My only recommendation would be for the staff to label the amazing food they serve. A few Brazilian guests were kind enough to describe the food for us.

Book this hotel! Great staff - the guides, boat operators, drivers, bartender/cooks were all amazing. But lets take a minute to discuss the food. Every day, I saw every guest get up for a second plate. Best meals I had while in Brazil (including Rio and Manaus). They also took in guest preferences from vegetarians, to my friend and I - I have a seafood allergy and she had a peanut allergy. Communication prior to and during the trip was perfect and was well coordinated. I knew where to be when and what to wear. Hot tip: bring an extra 1-2 pairs of clothing and shoes just in case it rains while you are on a tour. Its too humid for clothing to dry. You dont want to wear wet socks and sneakers on a 2 hour jungle walk. Prior to traveling spray your clothes and shoes with an insect repellent like sawyer made for clothing. Bring a handheld fan.

Stayed in April 2024

Cold shower

Shout out to Dodo, our Amazon guide. He was great! This lodge is an amazing experience and you get everything included so it’s good value for money.

Stayed in February 2024

The rooms could have been a bit brighter with a more modern mosquito net. The only reason I say this is that it made us feel a bit stressed more than it made us feel calm about the local bugs.

The food was absolutely exceptional. The location itself, while a bit of a travel, was great for excursions into the amazon. The guides and staff were friendly, professional, and fun!

Stayed in April 2024

Me and my husband went for a mini honeymoon and we had an amazing and unforgettable experience! We had Dodó as our guide and Santiago as boat driver and they were the best, so knowledgeable and passionate about the Amazon! We had a lot of fun and learned a lot! Food was amazing and freshly cooked everyday. We got to eat the piranhas we fished the day before! Accommodation was better than expected, it really made a difference to have the AC in the room. We did have some insects and small frogs visiting us in the room but it was totally expected from being in the middle of the jungle and that didn´t bother us. We felt protected with the nets above the bed and didn´t hear a single mosquito during our sleep. It was very nice arriving from the activities and finding the beds done and net prepared for you with fresh towels everyday. Bring cash to spend at the bar and to buy art crafts from locals, they accept PIX but it´s hard to get wifi connection for that.

Stayed in April 2024

Incredible staff, the food was amazing, and logistics were all wonderful!! We had a great time thank you dolphin lodge!

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing that took away from the trip. Showers had limited hot water at times. Due to language miscommunication we were charged an excessive amount for a bottle of wine but that is not an issue with the lodge. Bugs including cockroaches would come into the rooms but once we sealed/hid/threw it out any open snacks it was less of a problem.

Absolutely incredible experience in the Amazon rainforest. Drivers for 2 car rides and 2 boat rides to and from the lodge from airport was seamless. The lodge is beautifully located in the rainforest on the river. Our tour guide Thiago was very knowledgeable and took us on multiple exciting trips-- hikes along river and into rainforest, nighttime Caiman watching, sunrise viewing on the river, piranha fishing trip. Other reviewers on booking.com had mentioned issues with not having enough cash-- highly recommend bringing extra cash for buying items from local village (during tour of turtle sanctuary/village) and tips. However, we were able to pay using credit card for other items (extra alcoholic drinks/sodas purchased at bar) with a negligible credit card fee. Room was comfortable with helpful bug nets around beds. Recommend bringing long sleeves and long pants and bug spray/cream for jungle hikes to protect against mosquitoes. Food was incredible and plentiful-- Tambaqui is a local fish that was served in multiple ways and delicious. Had no issue with not having enough food/snacks like other reviewers.

Stayed in February 2024

Nothing to complain about.

Actually I Have no words to describe our experience there. It was just AMAZING. From the wonderful Lodge and the delicious, fresh Food, to the kind staff and the exciting tours. Everything was beyond our expectations. Especially our Tour-Guide Romário was simply the best! I am really thankful for the Dolphine Lodge Team!

Stayed in February 2024

They could fix up the grounds a little bit with some more seating areas. Our mosquito net and window screen did have one small puncture.

I can't imagine what the more expensive options could really offer above this -- it's an all-around great experience. It's as comfortable, safe, clean, and delicious as you need for a stay in the jungle! The staff is absolutely delightful and you won't believe the things you'll see and feel. Great meals, air conditioned rooms, strong shower, fresh juice, amazing views, exciting excursions. We saw every creature you could imagine: dolphins, caymans, monkeys, sloths, frogs, tarantulas, etc.

Stayed in February 2024

For the price, I expected more attention to some details: - As it rain a lot, each room could have an umbrella, to walk from bedroom to the restaurant - Bedroom lamps could be cleaner - Menu could vary a little bit more for whom stay longer - Ability to pay extra for some experiences or create my own combination of activities during my stay

Staff is the differential of Dolphin Lodge. Despite they are gentle and helpful, they are locals with a lot of interesting knowledge and life history to share, what makes the stay a cultural immersion. The actitivties included in the stay are amazing, and the experience is intense ith no rush. If you want to stay in a true Amazon experience and not just a "disney show", here is the place.

Stayed in February 2024

Very affordable and tasty caipirinha can give headaches the next day ;)

My stay at Dolphin Lodge in the heart of the Amazon exceeded all expectations. The package, inclusive of accommodation, food, and guided jungle tours, provided an unforgettable experience. The guides, especially Thiago, went above and beyond, ensuring our small group had personalized attention throughout the four nights. Thiago and Leo, our boat driver, were not just knowledgeable but genuinely passionate about the Amazon. Thiago's daring act of catching a cayman showcased his dedication to creating unique and thrilling experiences for us. The food was a highlight – some of the best fish dishes I've ever tasted. The seamless hotel pick-up added to the overall convenience, making this Amazonian adventure a truly remarkable and safe experience. Dolphin Lodge is a must for anyone seeking an immersive and well-crafted journey into the heart of the rainforest.

Stayed in February 2024

Very scenic location, super friendly staff, very good food. Tiago was our guide and despite his young age was very knowledgeable and super friendly. His English was very good.

Stayed in January 2024

All the excursions were fantastic, but we missed out on the last day as we had to leave very early with another group. I would recommend staying 3 or 4 nights to make the most of the experience.

We had a fantastic stay at Dolphin Lodge! Our guide Thiago was amazing, the facilities rustic but comfortable and food very tasty! I appreciated their flexibility in preparing gluten-free meals for me as well. The transfer from Manaus (car, speedboat, car and speedboat again) sounded complicated, but it was very smooth. Just make sure you travel light as you will have to carry your luggage from car to boat to car to boat! There were almost no masquitos when we visited (January).

Stayed in January 2024

I knew that the rooms, were more "rustic". And what I was afraid the most, happened! Many many animals came inside my room in the evening ( I stayed 3 nights, in Superior Bungalow), and often cockroaches, frogs, wasp and even small marsupials could enter the room (I am aware that we are in a forest and there its their space), but still this was a big issue close to the sleeping time. The days were amazing, but all my group didnt have a good sleep.

I really like the lodge overall! The staff was super great, every single person was nice and super helpful. The food was amazing, very simple, but super local and fresh things. Definitely one of the highlights! We had a guide, his name is Thiago, which was super great and nice in explaining the things of the forest and animals.

Stayed in September 2023

Air conditioning not very strong so can get warm. Mosquito nets provided not amazing. Do not go with a set idea based on the itinerary as we were initially put off by the laid back attitude as didn't want to miss out on anything. It's very much take each day as it comes and your guide will suggest plans for each day

Meals were delicious, our tour guide Omario was great and really tried his best with his English to explain things to us. Accommodation was comfortable with WiFi being accessible from the room. Bring your own mosquito nets!

Stayed in September 2023

We had no complaints at all ,this is a unique property in an astonishing part of the Amazon Rainforest.

Staff were so kind and helpful. Rooms lovely. Food delicious. Great value for money. The excursions were fabulous. Tiago our guide was just brilliant.

Stayed in September 2023

I don’t think many people enjoyed the pool but that wasn’t really an issue

The staff is just amazing, felt home immediately. Local guides Mario and Gabriele were very good and Filipe always available for our drinks. Loved fishing, caveman’s spotting and barbecue in the jungle, walking into the jungle and cruising in the river was amazing too.

Stayed in September 2023

This place is fantastic. Transfer from and to Manaus was seamless. Food is tasty and vegetarian options are plentiful (and include proteins!). The excursions are awesome and our guide, Mo (and his brother) were fantastic helping us spot tons of animals, incredible generous with answering questions, and even made the cultural visit with a local family (which can often be performative or awkward in other place) into something cool, educational, real and meaningful. This place is an absolute gem.

Stayed in September 2023

One of our rooms had several cockroaches that could have been sprayed before, walls in shower room very moldy

Friendly staff, excellent tour guide, great excursions, meals varied from day to day and were very tasty

Stayed in August 2023

From the driver Eduardo, to our guide Ronaldo, everyone was amazing! Eduardo was kind and told us history facts about Manaus while taking us to our destination. He waited to make sure we we're all set when he dropped us off. Ronaldo was the best guide! So knowledgeable about the area and willing to answer my thousands of questions. Felipe the bartender was speedy and always ready to serve. Even Dona Dalva one of the cooks was ready to chat with me and ended up baking a birthday cake for one of the guests celebrating their birthday. The owner, seu Mocinho, would never admit to being the owner and you wouldn't ever tell, greeted us, made sure we we're all set, simple great guy. Washington was out boat driver, also knowledgeable and willing to share stories. I can't stress enough how wonderful this place and obviously staff was. I'm ready to go back! Thank you for an incredible experience.

Stayed in July 2023

Pack some snacks.There are only 3 meals a day which are included in your stay.I wished there was an option of a cafe and a restaurant which operates during non meal hours. There can be some misunderstanding for your requests between the staff at the lodge and the office in manaus, just make sure that they are clearly communicated for both ends. Would appreciate it if the food served in the meals had sort of cards with the name and some information.

The location The staff in the lodge and at the management in manaus office The food served was local and delicious. Seamless pick up from airport and transfer

Stayed in June 2023

Food was plentiful and very pleasantly served but not the reason to stay here.

Location, staff (especially our excellent guide, Elde).

Stayed in June 2023

The nature, the peaceful atmosphere and the pool.

Stayed in July 2023

Extra towels would be good.

Wonderful scenery and location. Ismael was our guide and shared his knowledge and insights to show us the sights, sounds and tastes of the Amazon. The transport organisation from airport pickup to lodge and back again was very smooth. We were met by a smiling Eduardo at the airport ahead of schedule after our early arrival. Excursions again, were well organised. Food was very tasty. Exotic flora and fauna at every turn. Rooms very clean and comfortable considering they are in the middle of the jungle. Only suggestion that I would suggest is the option of an extra towel change, as we had the same ones for four days. When showering two times a day they got a bit grubby. Apart from that small issue, it was an unforgettable experience.

Stayed in July 2023

Everything was perfect, the only things we could mention is that as you might imagine it does get quite hot, so we recommend choosing a room with airconditioning. When we booked our stay they were sold out so we got a room with a fan which was okay but it did get a little too hot sometimes. Not a big deal though as I said, we really loved it here :)

Our stay at the Dolpin Lodge was exceptional. I can't decide what we liked most but I think our highlight were the incredible guides (our guide Romario was just the best) their flexibility when it came to all of the tours and activities and the fantastic food. We had a pretty tight schedule and they let us add an extra activity to one of the days because we had to leave so early on our last day. Before we arrived they had already sent us a lot of information which was very helpful and always responded right away. We got picked up from our hotel in the morning and the transfer was perfect. When we got to the Dolphin Lodge we received a welcome cocktail which was delicious and got taken to our room. As we were there during rainy season our bungalow was above the water which was amazing and they had prepared it beautifully. We did various activities over the next few days and loved all of them. There was one guide per couple / room for the whole stay and they were all incrediby knowledgeable. The food for breakfast, lunch and dinner was superb, so many fresh flavours. One one of the days we caught some fish and they prepared them for us there, again everything just delicious. We would 100% recommend this place to anybody wanting to explore the Amazon region.

Stayed in May 2023