Uros Lodge Lover

Location was great. We were too full to try the breakfast; however, our host Nicanor went out of his way to provide vegetarian dinner for us the one night we were hungry and ate there :-). The second day, we had a day excursion which Nicanor helped arrange - as part of the day excursion, we had a very filling lunch and so we were not hungry for dinner. The third day, we had to leave early, so we didn't have breakfast. The stars and moon coming out at night were quite something to behold for us city slickers. The floating reef islands were quite unique and the scenery was captivating. It was an adventure to live in such an environment.

Well, the weather could have been better lol. Coming from Florida, we knew it was going to be cold but weren't prepared for the sub-zero (degrees celsius) aka freezing temperatures. It made it a bit tough to wake up early in the morning and enjoy the serene sunrise. Nothing that our host could have controlled.

The place was great! The host was super helpful with coordinating our way onto the island and a tour around the Uros islands too. The food was amazing and it was overall a very great value. Even had wifi!

The lodge was in a beautiful location and whilst it was cold at night, there were more than enough blankets to keep us warm. The food is also pretty nice. Nicanor and his family are great hosts.

There was a lack of transparency when it came to prices of food and drink as the restaurant and shop doesn't have any prices on it. Most things were reasonably priced (25 per meal) but we were dissapointed to find that a 3 litre bottle of water which costs 3/4 soles on the mainland cost 15 soles at the lodge. Water is a neccessity and on the lodge there is nowhere else to buy it. This meant that we spent 75 soles on water after buying 5 bottles which we thought was crazy. Note- you have to pay for transport to and from the lodge which cost us 15 soles.

We stayed here 2 nights. First impression was amazing. Really kind host, but later the true appears. About food: it was cheap and nice. Breakfast was delicious. His daughter was hard working which was a shock for us and we really appreciate that.

He cheated us few times! During our stay we said that we want to go to main island on Uros and he said that he will arrange the transport for us. We said that we didn't want to have organized trip and without travel agency. Only transport to island. Next day the bout arrived and he said that it will go to main island. We trusted him and after few minutes we realized that he put us into an organized full day trip to Taquile... we spoke with one girl on that trip and she said that she paid 30PEN from Puno. Next day, we wanted to pay for everything. He counted 160sol for that trip??? Then we said that other people paid 30. Then he add extra 30sol for his transport form his island to puerto, but he didn't mentioned it befor. When he was counting all things on calculator, he used "x" instead of "+"... he tried few times to take more money from us. Finally we paid just about 30sol more then we should. When we wanted to pay by card he said that we have to give card number and CVV??? It's unbelivable... About accomodation: Last day we didn't have water in our house.

Very comfortable beds with lots of blankets and layers for the cold evenings and mornings. Lovely balcony with views of the lake. The man running the lodge was incredibly helpful and friendly, providing a free service by boat into Puno. Food was reasonably priced and the free breakfast was delicious and very substantial. Highly recommend this family run lodge!

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I knew from the reviews this place would be charming, hospitable and unique and it was even better than I expected. This place has a special place in my heart, the family that lives here is beautiful ❤ We dined at their family restaraunt twice and the trout is wonderful, fresh from their lake and the meals are carefully prepared by the entire family. We had mashed potatoes with fried trout which was delicious for 20sol. The fresh juice at breakfast was amazing too!! This is one of the most interesting places I've ever stayed at and I highly recommend it. You will have to do without modern facilities like WiFi or a heater but it is absolutely worth it. It is warm enough with all the blankets and the hot shower does get very hot. My partner and i had a very deep sleep, its nice and quiet on the Island and the bed is cosy. Bring thermal clothes and a raincoat. Our host was so helpful and sweet too, making sure we were OK and constantly available to pick us up on his boat when we were in the city of Puno, when I'm sure he is a busy man with lots to maintain on his reed island. I wish you guys all the best, please support this charming little family on the reed Island

Maybe more hooks in the bathroom to hang towels and clothes More information on the page about details of transport to the island with costs for budget travellers (he is very good at messaging on what's app but it will be easier for him if it was already written on the page)

The rooms are simple but above expectations for the price and location! They are clean and have lots of blankets to keep you warm during the very cold nights and the shower was hot. Nicanor and his family were very welcoming. His daughter Geraldine helped out a lot and we enjoyed playing cards with her and practicing our Spanish. Food was lovely and we enjoyed our tour around the islands with Nicanor.

Not a dislike just to flag to bring extra cash for the tour and transfers from the port as they are not included.

Really good comms from Nicanor, our bus was cancelled so arrived early morning 5am (morning after our missed out night accom) and Nicanor was able to pick us up, very appreciated 👍👍. Spent the rest of easy day on the lake, and sleeping off our late night travels... with a short tour and extra lunch and got back to mainland late afternoon. Nicanor and his kids are great, we've had very relaxing day there. Breakfast and lunch very nice.

Photos are not accurate but Nicanor said there were some bigger changes in last 4months. Would be good to add on description the boat pickup dropoff are small extra $$

Lovely family run homestay. The kids are super cute, we loved playing cards with them. Our room was big with plenty of blankets on the bed to keep warm. Simple but delicious food.

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