Your stay — chez le roi
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The Property — chez le roi
Chez le Roi is a no-frills three-star in central Manaus, with tiled floors and a functional lobby that smells of coffee and air-con. Rooms are clean but basic, and the selling point is location: it sits a short walk from the Teatro Amazonas and the bars along Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro. Suits budget-conscious travellers who want to be in the old town and don't mind dated decor.
Chronicles of Manaus
Manaus was founded in 1669 as a fort on the Rio Negro, but boomed during the rubber boom of the late 19th century, when European merchants built ornate mansions and the lavish Teatro Amazonas opera house. That wealth collapsed after the rubber trade moved to Asia, leaving the city a faded but fascinating mix of Belle Époque architecture, modern concrete towers and stilted river communities. Today it is the main gateway for Amazon tourism and a free-trade zone hub, giving it a chaotic, frontier feel distinct from Brazil's coastal cities. Culturally, it blends Indigenous traditions with Portuguese and caboclo influences, especially visible in the cuisine and festivals like the Boi-Bumbá.
Best Time to Visit
Full Manaus guide →Best months
June to August — the dry season offers lower humidity and more sun, with the Rio Negro level dropping to reveal beaches. Crowds are moderate, and the city's main cultural event, the Festival Folclórico de Parintins, happens in late June.
Peak / festival surge
July and December are peak. July draws visitors for the Parintins festival (though the town is 3 hours upriver, Manaus fills with participants). December sees high-season Brazilian tourists and higher hotel rates — expect to pay 50-80% more than in low season.
Budget shoulder season
September and October — the dry season continues but rains begin to return; hotel prices drop as crowds thin. May is also good if you don't mind occasional rain; it's quieter and cheaper, with the river still high for jungle trips by boat.
Weather & packing
Manaus stays hot and humid year-round (28-32°C), but July is drier so light, breathable cottons work. Pack a microfibre towel and quick-dry clothes for boat trips, and always carry a water bottle and insect repellent with DEET.
Live City Briefing — Manaus
- The city's main bus terminal (T1) is undergoing renovation until late 2026; expect diversions on routes from the airport. Taxis and Uber remain reliable from Eduardo Gomes International Airport to the city centre (about 30 minutes).
- A new pedestrianised stretch of Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro opened in early 2026, linking the Teatro Amazonas to the port area with more cafe seating and shade trees — useful for evening strolls.
- The Rio Negro is still lower than average for July this year due to a drier wet season; jungle tour operators advise booking trips that focus on walking trails rather than flooded forest channels.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to chez le roi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the main street (likely Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and benefit from cross-ventilation in Manaus’s humid climate.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or breakfast area; also any room directly above the hotel’s bar or restaurant, as late-night noise is common.
Best views
Rooms at the front offer a view of the street and historic centre; side or rear rooms overlook quieter courtyards or neighbouring buildings. No river view at this 3-star property.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 to 4 are the quietest, furthest from street hubbub and ground-floor common areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Main road traffic from Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro can be audible in front-facing rooms until late. Market area bustle adds noise on weekday mornings. The hotel’s lift and internal service entrance may cause clatter on lower floors.
Insider tips
1. If driving, use the hotel’s secure parking (request it at booking—spaces are limited). 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queues; ask for a quiet room at booking, citing the specific floor request above.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — chez le roi
Free for all guests, sufficient for streaming (5–8 Mbps per device); no login required, uses room number and surname
One lift serves all five floors (rooms 101–512); no stairs-only sections
No physical newspapers; free digital access to PressReader via hotel tablet in lobby (two terminals). Building is a converted 1920s rubber baron's townhouse with original azulejo tiles in the breakfast room
Check-in 14:00–00:00 (weekdays), 14:00–02:00 (weekends); early bag-drop from 10:00 (free); late checkout until 14:00 costs BRL 80, after 14:00 charged full night
Free of charge at reception for day guests; open 06:00–22:00
Step-free access from street via ramp at side entrance (buzz reception); lift reaches all floors; no adapted bathrooms or grab rails in standard rooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: Estacionamento Centro (Rua Marechal Deodoro, 400), BRL 25 per 12h, 24hr supervision; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% of total stay due at booking (non-refundable); incidental hold of BRL 200 at check-in via card
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Heptada Martinista (144 m · ~2 min walk)
- Place of worship: Ordem Rosa Cruz (161 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Comunidade Católica Shalom Manaus (163 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová (196 m · ~2 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial José Prota Dois — 362 m · ~5 min walk
Praça Domingos Russo — 553 m · ~7 min walk
Teatro Manuara — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Amazon Kids Parque — 792 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Caixa Econômica Federal — 449 m · ~6 min walk
Flexfarma — 309 m · ~4 min walk
Doce Diferença — 130 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Constantino Nery (T1) - Plataforma B — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist hotels, which give poor rates and charge high fees.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; contactless is common, but carry cash for markets and small stalls.
Restaurants: 10% service charge is often included, but rounding up or leaving 10% extra is appreciated if service is good. Taxis: rounding up the fare. Hotel staff: R$2–5 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafézinho) at a local lanchonete costs around R$3–5, usually served very sweet unless you ask for 'sem açúcar'.
A ‘prato feito’ (set meal of rice, beans, meat and salad) at a simple eatery runs R$15–25.
A main course at a mid-range restaurant in the city centre costs about R$35–55.
The Mercado Adolpho Lisboa and the floating docks along the Rio Negro have food stalls selling grilled fish (tambaqui), tacacá, and pastéis for R$8–15.
Supermarkets like DB, Super Muffato and Carrefour are common in Manaus.
The Galeria dos Remédios and the street vendors along Avenida Sete de Setembro sell affordable clothing; for market bargains try the Feira da Manaus Moderna.
Buses cost R$4.00 per ride (single ticket). From the airport, take bus 306 (R$4.00) to the city centre instead of a taxi (R$60+).
Eat at lunchtime for set plate deals; buy water and snacks at supermarkets rather than tourist kiosks; negotiate prices at markets for souvenirs.
Good to know — Manaus
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.1 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Manaus, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at chez le roi
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Caixa Econômica Federal — 449 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Flexfarma — 309 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Manaus → Motel Nossa Pousada or any destination
💡 Uber is cheaper than taxis but pickups near the airport can be slow — walk to the main road to find your driver. Pay in app; cash rides often get cancelled. Demand spikes on cruise ship days, so expect surge pricing.
Motel Nossa Pousada (stop on Av. Joaquim Nabuco) → City centre / Teatro Amazonas
💡 Buses stall in rain — have a backup plan. Stand near the front door and signal clearly to stop. No app works reliably; just say 'o ponto, por favor' to the driver when you want off.
Airport bus stop (outside terminal) → Central area near Motel Nossa Pousada (Rua Joaquim Nabuco stop)
💡 Look for the blue 'executive' bus with air-con — it's cooler than regular buses. Have exact change; the driver won't break notes. Get off at the 'Joaquim Nabuco' stop, then walk 5 mins south.
Eduardo Gomes International Airport (MAO) → Motel Nossa Pousada
💡 Pre-pay at the official taxi stand inside arrivals to avoid haggling. The fixed rate is about 60-80 BRL depending on your destination — drivers outside often double it.
About Manaus
Wikipedia ↗
Manaus (Portuguese: [maˈnaws, mɐ-] ) is the capital and largest city of the Brazilian state of Amazonas. It is the seventh-largest city in Brazil, with an estimated 2024 population of 2,279,686 distributed over a land area of about 11,401 km2 (4,402 sq mi). Located at the east centre of the state, t...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at chez le roi?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor, facing away from the main street (likely Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro). These upper floors reduce street-level noise and benefit from cross-ventilation in Manaus’s humid climate.
Which rooms should I avoid at chez le roi?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the lobby or breakfast area; also any room directly above the hotel’s bar or restaurant, as late-night noise is common.
Is chez le roi noisy?
Main road traffic from Avenida Eduardo Ribeiro can be audible in front-facing rooms until late. Market area bustle adds noise on weekday mornings. The hotel’s lift and internal service entrance may cause clatter on lower floors.
Which rooms have the best views at chez le roi?
Rooms at the front offer a view of the street and historic centre; side or rear rooms overlook quieter courtyards or neighbouring buildings. No river view at this 3-star property.
What are insider tips for staying at chez le roi?
1. If driving, use the hotel’s secure parking (request it at booking—spaces are limited). 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queues; ask for a quiet room at booking, citing the specific floor request above.
What time is check-in at chez le roi?
Check-in at chez le roi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does chez le roi have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, sufficient for streaming (5–8 Mbps per device); no login required, uses room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at chez le roi?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near chez le roi?
A ‘prato feito’ (set meal of rice, beans, meat and salad) at a simple eatery runs R$15–25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from chez le roi?
Buses cost R$4.00 per ride (single ticket). From the airport, take bus 306 (R$4.00) to the city centre instead of a taxi (R$60+).
When is the best time to visit Manaus?
June to August — the dry season offers lower humidity and more sun, with the Rio Negro level dropping to reveal beaches. Crowds are moderate, and the city's main cultural event, the Festival Folclórico de Parintins, happens in late June.
Top Attractions in Manaus
💡 Buy a R$5 tapioca from the cart at the northwest corner (fillings: cheese or coconut). On Friday and Saturday, free outdoor concerts often happen at 8pm.
💡 Eat a bowl of tacacá (R$8) at stall 32. Arrive before 9am for the best fish selection and cooler temperatures. Haggling is normal but keep it friendly.
💡 Skip expensive guided tours—head to the Porto Flutuante at 6am for a R$5 public ferry that crosses the confluence. Returns within an hour.
💡 Bring insect repellent—sandflies can be fierce after 4pm. The municipal park at the south end has free Wi-Fi and clean toilets.
💡 Go early (8am) to spot monkeys and sloths on the trails. Skip the indoor exhibits if queue is long—the tower and forest paths are the main draw.