Hotels in Santa Rita, Paraguay: how to choose where to stay

To choose a hotel in Santa Rita, start with why you're going: for business or the Expo, look for somewhere near the centre or the showground and book early; if you're just passing through, prioritise parking and a check-in that works if you arrive late. Before paying, check that the property is listed on Registur, the official register run by Paraguay's tourism ministry, Senatur.

Where is Santa Rita and how far will you drive?

Santa Rita is in southern Alto Paraná, about 70 km from Ciudad del Este and about 340 km from Asunción, linked by routes PY02 and PY06⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. It's a farming and livestock town (soy, maize, pigs and poultry), and nearly half its population is Brazilian⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠.

• From Asunción: it's a long drive. Ask the hotel to confirm reception hours and how to get in if you arrive late.
• From Ciudad del Este or Brazil: it's close enough for a day trip. Stay overnight if you have early meetings or are spending several days at the Expo.
• Language: Portuguese is widely spoken in shops and on the street, so you can message the hotel in Spanish or Portuguese.

What happens to hotels during the Expo Santa Rita?

The Expo Santa Rita is the town's main event⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. It's held at the CTG Indio José showground; in 2025 it had more than 400 exhibitors⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠, the 2026 edition ran from 25 April to 3 May⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠, and the 2024 edition drew more than 120,000 visitors⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠.

• Book weeks ahead if your trip falls between late April and early May.
• Ask the real distance to the showground and whether there's on-site parking; with crowds that size, don't count on finding a space nearby.
• Get the rate and cancellation terms in writing, so there are no surprises on arrival.

What to ask before booking

• Parking: if you're driving a pickup or carrying cargo, ask whether it's covered, enclosed and big enough.
• Air conditioning and hot water: Santa Rita has an average annual temperature of 21 °C and some of the highest rainfall in Paraguay⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠: ask about AC for summer and heating or hot water if you travel in winter.
• Breakfast hours: if you're heading out early to the fields or the road, check when breakfast starts.
• Wi-Fi and a desk: on a work trip, ask whether the connection handles video calls.
• Exact location: ask for a map pin, not just the barrio name. The town has 42 barrios, 22 urban and 20 rural⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠, and some places are well outside the centre.

How to check a property is licensed

Senatur keeps the National Tourism Register (Registur), a platform with registration details of licensed providers, hotels included, and whether they have any sanctions⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. Check it before you pay a deposit.

If you're booking a house or flat through Airbnb, Facebook or Instagram, Senatur has ruled that people who rent out regularly for tourism must be registered in the National Tourism Register under Law 2828/05⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. Ask the host whether they are.

Paying and paperwork

• Invoice (factura): the consumer agency Sedeco reminds businesses that every sale of goods or services must be invoiced⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. On a business trip, give your company's RUC (tax ID) when you book.
• Pix: since 2024, businesses on the Bancard network can accept Pix from Brazilian accounts⁠⁠ (opens in a new tab)⁠. Not all do, so ask first.
• Deposits: if you're asked for a bank-transfer deposit, get the booking, dates and refund policy confirmed in writing.

Quick checklist before you travel

• Reconfirm the booking in writing the day before, with your arrival time.
• Save the hotel's map location and a contact number.
• During the Expo, keep your booking printed or as a screenshot.