Uros Amaru Marka Lodge

What an amazing stay! Highly recommended by all of us (5 people, older and young adults). Beautiful and peaceful place, great dinner and breakfast. Yes, it’s cold at night, but we were totally fine, you just need to wear right outfit for sleeping, there are heavy duty blankets to use as well. That is one in a lifetime experience.

The tranquil setting , simplicity, relaxation and watching the sunset tucked under a blanket. Felix went out of his way to make it the perfect stay . He organised some last minute excursions for me . He was the perfect host . Would definitely recommend going.

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This was hands down one of the nicest experiences I've ever had. Felix is such an amazing, kind, generous, hospitable, helpful and caring owner, who treated us like a family. He shared so much incredible knowledge that helped us to understand the local culture, history and community. He helped us to book a tour through the lake and offered us a delicious dinner and breakfast. It was indeed a bit colder at night but we received bottles of hot water that kept us warm through the night but just pack one extra sweater and you'll be fine. Also, the hot water is running in the shower without any trouble. The place is incredibly calm, quiet and peaceful. I literally have no regrets deciding for this amazing experience.

Absolutely nothing and I cannot recommend more!

From the moment we stepped off our bus in puño this stay was a highlight of our trip. To start, the floating islands are unique and something that you need to experience. Felix showed us a level of kindness and hospitality you don’t often see in the world anymore and we were left with full hearts and a new appreciation for the way people on the Uros islands look out for each other as a community. As for the rooms, they were beautiful and we spent hours lying in the sun lounge relaxing, reading our books and watching the boats pass by. This was one of those experiences you remember forever and I’m so glad we booked here.

Everything was perfect

Félix was such an amazing host, who took care of us from the moment of coming to Puno to the moment of our departure. The way we were welcomed, we felt more like guests than clients. Félix showed us around the community, spent a lot of time explaining the history and traditions, and also booked additional trips for us. It was certainly a special moment during our trip in Peru, so would definitely recommend anyone staying at Uros Amaru Marka Lodge.

Nothing, everything was perfect!

This was one of the most unique places we have ever stayed and Felix could not have been a better host. He is so genuinely friendly and helpful and his family was a delight. They are people you want to succeed and do well. The rooms are spacious and the view is amazing. The culture is so different from what we have come to expect and you can't help but just to fall into the relaxing rhythm of the islands.

We really liked everything because we were prepared. It is on a floating island so the only thing that may put some people off is there is a composting toilet which you would see on a boat. Trust us there was absolutely no smell to it but you don't want it to be a shock. There was an outdoor shower stall as well which we did not use but it was available. It in no way detracted from the place and as I said it was one of the most magical places we have ever stayed.

Felix and his family are the best. We felt totally welcomed and they created a lovely home for us for two nights. We didnt have to care about anything as Felix organized all for us, and his kind family happily supported. You wont miss anything: Good fresh breakfast, selfmade dinner and even a warm bottle of water to heat up your bed in cold nights. As we were a bit sick we had to rest, but Felix and his family never stopped worrying about us getting better soon. We also got a tour through the community of the Uros and Felix explained the different Islands and how the people live with the nature of the lake titicaca. My favorite was definetely the soccer pitch which includes short swimming breakes when the ball ends up in the water :D It was a special stay with maybe the best hosts on our trip that openly showed us ther home and way of life. We learned a lot about the Uros' example of living with the nature and not against it. We will take a few lessons with us to connect our daily live with nature again. This was really inspiring.

Although there is nothing even close to complain for our stay at your beautiful island Felix, I would kindly ask you to talk to the driver you call for transfer. We got picked up after our Colca Canyon tour. The guide told us we shouldn't pay more than 10 soles for a taxi. As everything was pre-organized and we didn't have to take care about the pickup the 20 soles on arrival were ok for us. Unfortunately, when driving us to the bus station after checkout (even shorter distance), your friend charged us 50 soles, which was overprized and even his reaction showed us he had just ripped us off. It is such a pitty that our last impression of these amazing experience is a negative one. Please talk to him and make the prices transparent to guests before entering his car. As the first and last impression is really important, this tiny issue should be easily solved to not giving a tiny bad feeling on a stay that was outrages beside that.

Staying at Felix, is like staying at good friends place. Its really not that impersonal hotel stay but the real experience in how life is on Uros. Felix did everything to make sure our stay was as beautiful as possible and really made us feel like home. As we arrived super early morning he organized our transport and even let us get to our rooms early to rest a bit before having an amazing local breakfast, prepared by his wife. On sundays he took us to a local community soccer game and we could meet his friends and share a beer with them. if anyone wants to have the real Uros experience staying with Felix is the best choice. Thanks for everything, Felix!

Everything!! This place is not only a place to stay but rather a whole experience! Felix and his family were so warm and welcoming, our little cabin was so cozy and you can see how much thought went into all the details. Food was incredibly delicious and the included tour around the floating islands while learning about the community of the Uros was fascinating. Also we could rent some kayaks free of charge. Overall this was one of the highlights of our trip and I can’t recommend it enough!

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