Manaus

I got sidetracked. I visited Manaus this year. I went to Remulos on a Friday night. It was great. I arrived around 1 am and stayed until 3 am.

I saw a dozen ladies out of the 50 I would be interested in. A few chicks that didn't strike my fancy tried to ply their wears. I never sampled any of the talent. I didn't approach any of the cute ladies. I think prices were $40 usd. The subsequent Sat. Night wasn't good. I arrived a little earlier but the lineup was weak. I bounced in less than a hr. There are lots of local clubs nearby but more for locals and LGBTQ.

Hi OJeito,

Congratulations for the review on Manuas. Can I ask you which hotel have you been to? 4 years ago, I was in Manaus, and I enjoyed it very much even though it was for a few days. I had booked, a decent 4-star hotel (Saint Paul Hotel) located in the center. As soon as I arrived, the manager told me that "guests" were not allowed in the rooms. I also complained that, because I had booked for two people. They would only accept one other guest (but always that one) and only after checking her documents. Perhaps he had had some previous experience that was too "complicated and embarrassing". The second day I changed hotel and went to a 5 star hotel of an international chain (Accord hotel) unfortunately, on the outskirts. There no one has ever asked me about the many welcome guests. The only negative note: I had to rent a car to be more independent from overly expensive taxi drivers.

Greetings.

Apartment is the right way to go in Manaus. All the Manaus veterans stay in the same building. No question about guests and lots of neighbours who willingly spread their legs. Some for free and some for a help with the rent.

[QUOTE=AndyCap;2668095]Hi OJeito,

Congratulations for the review on Manuas. Can I ask you which hotel have you been to? 4 years ago, I was in Manaus, and I enjoyed it very much even though it was for a few days. I had booked, a decent 4-star hotel (Saint Paul Hotel) located in the center. As soon as I arrived, the manager told me that "guests" were not allowed in the rooms. I also complained that, because I had booked for two people. They would only accept one other guest (but always that one) and only after checking her documents. Perhaps he had had some previous experience that was too "complicated and embarrassing". The second day I changed hotel and went to a 5 star hotel of an international chain (Accord hotel) unfortunately, on the outskirts. There no one has ever asked me about the many welcome guests. The only negative note: I had to rent a car to be more independent from overly expensive taxi drivers..[/QUOTE]I originally booked a few nights in a centro hotel before I quickly realized that it was not the place to be. I didn't like the area because it quickly became a ghost town after the businesses closed down for the day. I also thought the nearby restaurants were nothing special so I sought out an alternative site to bring the ladies back that also had better and cleaner dining options nearby. I stayed at the quality hotel in adrianopolis. It was around 60 per night and was GF. I believe the ibis budget in the same neighborhood is half the price and also GF. Sperto's recommendation of renting an apartment near the most popular forro clubs sounds like a great idea if you decide to stay for awhile.

[QUOTE=OJeito;2668719]Sperto's recommendation of renting an apartment near the most popular forro clubs sounds like a great idea if you decide to stay for awhile.[/QUOTE]Apartment, yes, but apartment near the forró clubs is impossible as they are spread out all over the outskirts of Manaus.

Centro after 7 PM is very dead and almost no good restaurants are open in the evening. Still centro is not a bad choice to stay at as you're located as the spider in the middle of the web. In my case I have a lot daytime activities in centro.

[QUOTE=Andy Cap;2668719] ... Can I ask you which hotel have you been to? ... As soon as I arrived, the manager told me that "guests" were not allowed in the rooms. I also complained that, because I had booked for two people... [/QUOTE]

Some BMs have suggested renting an AirBnB at Edifcio Antonio Simoes, located on Av Sete de Setembro 1251 • Centro. Apparently, if all holds true since last reported, there are a number of Prives also located in this building. So you won't have to go far for "catch-and-release" or "take-out".

Even though many businesses shutdown early in Centro, I'v always found more than enough restaurants up and down Av. Sete de Setembro and
in and around Teatro Amazonas (Rua 10 de Julho). Slight walk to some of these places, but its a nice evening walk (in the hot Manaus heat) and typically you'll encounter lots of evening events going on, all over downtown. Just follow the noise, in various directions.

Back-in-the-day (being younger and more adventurous), I would book a room, in the "love motel" area of centro (most are found up the hill past Pra. de Policia) and had no problem, bringing several girls, throughout the day back to the motel. After all, that's what they're used for.

Downside is, the rooms weren't too bad (minus the sex decor and fun house mirrors), providing you could withstand the moaning and groaning at all hours of the day, coming from neighboring rooms...kkk! But on the upside, the motels (are/were) a cheap option and (are/were) teaming with other working girls either staying there or working a shift, so to speak.

Not sure if your in Manaus for business or pleasure, but anyways, I present one apartment option and one "love motel" option if you're in a pinch. BTW, a couple of times I booked a "love motel" option and a hotel at the same time, which worked out great for the number of hookups, given my mood on certain days.

Hope this helps! Good Luck!

[QUOTE=Andy Cap;2668719] ... I had to rent a car to be more independent from overly expensive taxi drivers. [/QUOTE] Good for you! Never tried renting a car in Rio (just way too crazy), but have rented one in Fortaleza (a few times), for a quick couple of days get-away-vacay in Canoa Quebrada and surrounding areas.

Just curious, what was driving in Manaus like? With almost everything, (like the dance Forro clubs) being so spread out, did you actually find this to be advantageous vs.taxis/ubers?

[QUOTE=Sperto;2668126]Apartment is the right way to go in Manaus. All the Manaus veterans stay in the same building. No question about guests and lots of neighbours who willingly spread their legs. Some for free and some for a help with the rent.[/QUOTE]Is it bookable on Airbnb? I have been thinking about heading up to MAO from RIO soon.

[QUOTE=Internash1;2670724]Is it bookable on Airbnb? I have been thinking about heading up to MAO from RIO soon.[/QUOTE]No, it's not bookable on Airbnb. I just heard from a friend it's "death penalty" if I share the location of this apartment building. It would ruin for the Manaus veterans.

The poster below recommended Edifcio Antonio Simoes, on Av Sete de Setembro 1251. It's a building in centro with several puteiros. I wouldn't stay there but I guess it's OK for some people. However you have lots of options on Airbnb.

Before I started renting apartment in Manaus I used to stay at one of the three Hotel Magnífico. It's not a hotel, it's a motel for short time sessions. I negotiated with the owner and paid 30 reais / night (quite a few years back). Excellent location, 1 block from Teatro Amazonas. Nice big rooms, giant beds, A / see, lots of mirrors, hidromassagem, Tv and video and super clean. No problem bringing girls. The downside was that the rooms had no windows. I prefer an apartment with a balcony where I can watch the sunset over Rio Amazonas and the jungle.

[QUOTE=Internash1;2670724] [b]Do you have any more details on it?[/b] Is it bookable on Airbnb? I have been thinking about heading up to MAO from RIO soon. [/QUOTE]Just to be clear, the information w/r to Edifcio Antonio Simoes, on Av Sete de Setembro 1251, was previously discussed by other BMs and I simply offered it up, as a possible option, one may want to look into. I've never stayed there.

Check here and the follow up reports, info and BMs who reported on Edifcio Antonio Simoes:

[URL]http://www.internationalsexguide.nl/forum/showthread.php?564-Manaus&p=1918936&viewfull=1#post1918936[/URL].

[QUOTE=Spidy;2669558] [b]Apartment/Motel Option in Manaus?

[/b] ... Back-in-the-day (being younger and more adventurous), I would book a room, in the "love motel"... [/QUOTE]But as stated, reports and recommendations for staying at the "love motels", can be fun, but isn't necessarily everyone's "cup-of-tea". Enjoy!

We went to Manaus for the World Cup in 2014. I absolutely hated the city itself and was happy that we booked a hotel on the Rio Negro (I think it was one of the Radisson brands, but it's changed hands since). It was right on the beach with lousy rooms but awesome views, beautiful pool, and the lobby filled with working girls every night. It was a very pleasant area compared to Manaus decrepit downtown and a 30-minute ride to the Centro on a comfortable AC bus.

[QUOTE=Xpartan;2671033]We went to Manaus for the World Cup in 2014. I absolutely hated the city itself and was happy that we booked a hotel on the Rio Negro (I think it was one of the Radisson brands, but it's changed hands since). It was right on the beach with lousy rooms but awesome views, beautiful pool, and the lobby filled with working girls every night. It was a very pleasant area compared to Manaus decrepit downtown and a 30-minute ride to the Centro on a comfortable AC bus.[/QUOTE]

The hotel you're discribing located by the beach and overlooking the Rio Negro, sounds like the [i]Tropical Executive Hotel[/i], in Ponta Negra, which has the only beach (Praia da Ponta Negra) in the city of Manaus. [url] https://www.tropicalexecutive.com.br [/url] and [url]https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g303235-d15276829-Reviews-Tropical_Executive_Hotel-Manaus_Amazon_River_State_of_Amazonas.html[/url]

The Tropical, which was once owned by Varig Airlines, had put me up overnight (free of charge) on a flight mix-up/delay (real customer service, in those days) and I remember the hotel really wasn't all that (and "a bag of chips"), let alone worth US$250/night (at time), compared to the US$60-75 today. But I did enjoy the lavish caf de manh buffet style breakfast and liked walking around the the well kept hotel grounds.

Totally in agreement w/r to the City of Manaus and it's esthetic beauty, or lack thereof, when looked at in the same ways as traditional cities [i](ie. skyscrapers, solid infrastructure, polished concrete architecture, pristine roadways and freeways, manicured landscaping ...etc). [/i]

But really, who can forget the flight into Manaus and the thick lush green vegetation over the Amazon jungle and its Pantanal of rivers and tributaries, spreading across the land, in an endless weave of greens, blues and earth tones from the fabric of nature. Very picturesque, indeed!

Although, I consider Manaus my fav "jungle city", I think Belem cityscaping is far better and slightly more cosmopolitan. But for me, Manaus, just has more of a cool, rustic, jungle vibe to it, despite all its unpolished urban flaws.

Okay! Maybe I'm just biased, because of (the once famous/infamous) Remulos strip club....kkk!

However, I will say Manaus, did loose it's luster, with me some time ago, due to the cleansing, closing and shuttering of some of my fav outdoor social venues. Pity!

[QUOTE=Spidy;2671405]The hotel you're discribing located by the beach and overlooking the Rio Negro, sounds like the [i]Tropical Executive Hotel[/i], in Ponta Negra, which has the only beach (Praia da Ponta Negra) in the city of Manaus. [url] https://www.tropicalexecutive.com.br [/url] and [url]https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g303235-d15276829-Reviews-Tropical_Executive_Hotel-Manaus_Amazon_River_State_of_Amazonas.html[/url]

The Tropical, which was once owned by Varig Airlines, had put me up overnight (free of charge) on a flight mix-up/delay (real customer service, in those days) and I remember the hotel really wasn't all that (and "a bag of chips"), let alone worth US$250/night (at time), compared to the US$60-75 today. But I did enjoy the lavish caf de manh buffet style breakfast and liked walking around the the well kept hotel grounds.

Totally in agreement w/r to the City of Manaus and it's esthetic beauty, or lack thereof, when looked at in the same ways as traditional cities [i](ie. skyscrapers, solid infrastructure, polished concrete architecture, pristine roadways and freeways, manicured landscaping ...etc). [/i]

But really, who can forget the flight into Manaus and the thick lush green vegetation over the Amazon jungle and its Pantanal of rivers and tributaries, spreading across the land, in an endless weave of greens, blues and earth tones from the fabric of nature. Very picturesque, indeed!

Although, I consider Manaus my fav "jungle city", I think Belem cityscaping is far better and slightly more cosmopolitan. But for me, Manaus, just has more of a cool, rustic, jungle vibe to it, despite all its unpolished urban flaws.

Okay! Maybe I'm just biased, because of (the once famous/infamous) Remulos strip club....kkk!

However, I will say Manaus, did loose it's luster, with me some time ago, due to the cleansing, closing and shuttering of some of my fav outdoor social venues. Pity![/QUOTE]Yep, checked the pictures, and that's the place.

Yes, I also remember it cost a ridiculous amount of money for our dates, yet was very busy due to the World Cup, but we got it on points very cheaply. Our room was huge, but ridiculously shitty, think Motel 6 quality or even worse with the bathroom that was a challenge to fit in. And yet, it had a huge wraparound balcony with astonishing views. I remember sleeping on the balcony one night and I slept like a baby. It was perfectly cool outside and not even one mosquito. Also, the infinity pool was beyond awesome, the breakfast was superb, and the working girls in the lobby bar kept us busy for 2 nights. And it was a couple minute walk to the beach too.

If the new owners have refurbished the rooms, I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.

Since we only stayed for 3 days, we only took one Rio Negro / Amazon tour, but it was really, really good.

Interesting that you mentioned Belem. How would you compare the two nature and hobby-wise, LOL? I thought of trying it next, since I've already been to Manaus.

Or should I go back to Manaus to explore more?

P.S. Actually, just checked Airbnb, and they list this as an aparthotel for only $36. And the same shitty rooms, it seems, LOL. Well, for $36 it's a steal, shitty or not. And the views are still magnificent.

[QUOTE=Xpartan;2671444] ... Interesting that you mentioned Belem. How would you compare the two nature and hobby-wise, LOL? I thought of trying it next, since I've already been to Manaus. Or should I go back to Manaus to explore more? ...[/QUOTE][B][i] Which is better, Manaus vs. Belem w/r to hobbying and exploring nature? [/i][/B]Great question, tough to completely answer, since it's been a few years since I've been to either place, but here's my take:

[b]Manaus:[/b]
[LIST][b]Tours:[/b] I think Manaus, wins when it comes to jungle tours, exploring nature and other near trips/sites of interest. [i](ie. jungle tours, fishing, visits to local indigenous villages, river boating, jungle hikes ...etc) [/i][/LIST][LIST][b]Accommodations/Hotels:[/b] Slightly, questionable quality, but cheaper than Belem for the most part, but more "love motels" for the horny traveler.[/LIST][LIST][b]Wifeying-Up for the weekend:[/b] Paradiso de Angelo in Manacapuru as must visit. This place is great jungle hideaway for a "wifey weekend get-a-away". Nice relaxing, resort village. [url]www.paraisodangelo.com.br [/url][/LIST][LIST][b]Food:[/b]This is just me, but just loved the variety of fish and fresh fruit to eat down by the fishing docks (Mercado Manicipal), during lunch hours. Rough area, but good to explore w/r to seeing business and commerce in the area. The fish market at the docks is huge.[/LIST][LIST][b]Nightlife/Clubs:[/b]Very good dance scene with the open air Forró clubs. The night clubs were OK, with just a few in centro and the rest, regrettably (like the Forró clubs) spread out all over the city. Some nights there are free events around centro and Teatro Amazonas. Saw several very good musical concerts at Teatro Amazonas for like R$2.[/LIST][LIST][b]Hobbying:[/b] Remulos, the once "crown jewel" of strip clubs in Brazil, IMHO, has lost much if it's luster over the years, but remains as a relatively decent P4P option, albeit watered-down, from its former glory.

Downtown bars, clubs and other strip clubs, diffidently catered to the local working class and the quality left something to be desired. For me, it was very entertaining, to grab a beer and "people watch" for a while.[/LIST][LIST][b]The Women:[/b] Easy to pick-up non-pros, but as you may already know (judging by your 2014 visit), the type of quality of girls is different than say Rio or SP. I happen to like the diverse looks and ethnic looks of girls and enjoyed the easy hookups, like at the Forró clubs. Downside is, they could turn into "Klingons", sometimes...kkk![/LIST]
[B]Belém:[/B]
[LIST][b]Tours:[/b] I friend of mine took the boat ride, from Belem to Manaus (which took about 4 days, back in 2004), but was bored out of his mind, after the first day and scenic aspect of the trip, was basically on rinse and repeat cycle and wasn't as diverse and picturesque as he'd hoped. Also for him a lack of privacy was also a problem. Others reported having a better time during the trip, (I think) mainly due to the bottles of cachaca and the company of friends.

[b]Note: [/b]I don't know if anyone has done this, but I always wondered, what it would be like to "weekend wife", such a trip? Nightmare on Elm St. waiting to happen or jungle boat fuck-a-thon?[/LIST][LIST][b]Accommodations: [/b]Much better with regards to quality, fit, finish and furnishings. I loved staying at Hotel Gro Par, (Av. Presidente Vargas, Centro). However, they no longer allow "unregistered" girlfriends.[/LIST][LIST][b]Food:[/b]Again, this is just me, but just loved the convenience of the local markets and fishing docs (Estao das Docas and Mercado Ver-O-Peso), in proximity to my hotel (5 min walk). Loved that I could pick the fresh fish of my choice and get it cooked and fried up, at any of the local market stalls. The docs also offered a good number of decent restaurants, offering a variety of cuisines.[/LIST][LIST][b]Nightlife/Clubs: [/b]Ask the taxi drivers. Much like Forró /clubs Manaus, they are spread out over the city and only open and operate on certain nights.[/LIST][LIST][b]Hobbying:[/b] I have to admit, I enjoyed hobbying slightly more in Belem, list time I visited both cities. It has a decent number of clubs in the downtown core to keep you entertained, with the best, Club Paraiso, Rua Senhor Manoeul Barata 105 Centro, as pretty good pro/semi-pro FL joint.

Other P4P joints, are spread out over the city like their night clubs. Recent reports from BMs in Belem, indicate that the action is still pretty good, for a "jungle city", that is.[/LIST][LIST][b]The Women:[/b] Same sentiments as Manaus, except perhaps the hookups weren't as easy.[/LIST]
For me, Manaus will always be my favorite, just because it holds more dear memories. But Belem had been growing on me. If I had to pick one for both nature and hobbying, it would be Manaus.

Because, I love to visit other Brazilian cities and re-visit some friends and past acquaintances, I also love to checkout the social-economic life in other parts of Brazil. I happen to use the Brazilian Airbus Pass, which allowed me to visit several cites for a nominal fee, over the period of like a month. So while I was this far out (from Rio), it just made sense to visit Belem as well.

My 2-cents. Hope it helps.

[QUOTE=Spidy;2671687][B][i] Which is better, Manaus vs. Belem w/r to hobbying and exploring nature? [/i][/B]Great question, tough to completely answer, since it's been a few years since I've been to either place, but here's my take:

[/QUOTE]Thanks so much. I think I'll try Manaus one more time and see if it grows on me, LOL.

[QUOTE=Spidy;2671687] [B]Belm:[/B] ...[LIST][b]Accommodations: [/b]Much better with regards to quality, fit, finish and furnishings. I loved staying at Hotel Gro Par, (Av. Presidente Vargas, Centro). However, they no longer allow "unregistered" girlfriends.[/LIST][/QUOTE] Sorry, that line should have read: I loved staying at [B]Hotel Grão Pará [/B], (Av. Presidente Vargas, Centro).

Arrrh! That fickin' [I][b]"Snazza frazza rashin' fashin' ISG auto-correctasin',[/b] piece of [b]@%#*$&!% "[/b][/I], will get you every time on the Portuguese words with accents/diacritics, even when following my own "auto correction" tips/advice...kkk!