Small Boutique hotels in BRAZIL

This unique property is located on the paradisical island of Boipeba, by the long crescent shaped strip of sand called Morere beach. Far from the bustle and distractions of the city and the typical coastal resorts, Alizées Moreré offers peace and tranquillity in a secluded island setting. Alizées Moreré is the perfect spot for complete disconnection and recharging in a thoroughly natural atmosphere. Here, guests can enjoy total relaxation on a near-deserted beach, boat trips to coral reefs and mangrove fringed creeks, or dolphin and whale watching. Ilha de Boipeba's crystal clear waters are also ideal for snorkelling and scuba diving, and guests can take a course at a PADI approved school. Alizées Moreré's eco-friendly boutique accommodation consists of fully-equipped thatch-roofed bungalows with spectacular ocean views, arranged around a delightful tropical garden. Alizées Moreré's Zen sea-shore restaurant serves delicious Brazilian dishes based on freshly caught fish and seafood with touches of French cuisine and savoir-faire. There is also fabulous panoramic spa with massage, yoga classes and a Jacuzzi.

Located on a quiet street in the pretty mountain resort of Campos do Jordão, Apple House is set in a delightful Alpine-style half-timbered lodge. This charming property offers luxurious boutique-style bed and breakfast accommodation in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Perfect for relaxing stays in this atmospheric resort, with its Alpine and Swiss-style buildings and lush vegetation, Apple House is within easy reach of all of the town's most important attractions, including countless shops and restaurants, the cable car, the picturesque railway, and the Morro do Elefante hill. Popular outdoor activities available in the resort include hiking, mountain climbing, horse riding, or four-wheel drive tours. At Apple House guests can enjoy the finest delicacies of the Mantiqueira mountains, in a delicious breakfast full of tasty choices. The alternatives range from cakes, freshly baked breads, cheeses, pastries and the delicious jams typical of Mantiqueira. A hot breakfast is even tastier, and morning meals at Apple House are served until 01:00pm, and tea is available throughout the day.

Set in the San Antonio Quarter, at the centre of the Salvador de Bahia old town, the Aram Yami Boutique Hotel offers exclusive luxury accommodation with stunning views over Todo Os Santos Bay. The Arami Yami Boutique Hotel is ideally located for visiting some of Brazil's best beaches and is just a short walk from the Unesco World Heritage Site of Pelourinho and many other places of interest. Recently refurbished the Arami Yami Boutique Hotel, which is housed in a 19th-century Boroque-style building, offers comfort and charm in contemporary styles. There is a large terrace with a swimming pool, which offers fantastic panoramic views over the bay, while some of the hotel's rooms have their own private pools. Breakfast is served in a dining area with great ocean views. Drinks and snacks are also served from the hotel bar. There are restaurants galore just a short walk from the hotel in the San Antonio Quarter.

Boasting one of the finest locations at Praia de Pipa, Boutique Hotel Marlin's stands right beside the crystal clear waters of this charming resort, and offers exclusive accommodation, good food and friendly, welcoming service in a fabulous beachfront setting. Perfect for enjoying all the charms of this fashionable, buzzing resort, Boutique Hotel Marlin's is within easy walking distance of all the main attractions in the town, and also offers direct access to the beach. Pipa is a water-sports enthusiast's paradise, with surfing, wind-surfing, kite surfing and snorkelling being immensely popular. Guests will find a number of surf schools for enthusiasts of all abilities. Other popular activities include hiking and mountain biking, or simply soaking up the great atmosphere on the beaches. Although Pipa is replete with all kinds of eateries, the restaurant at Boutique Hotel Marlin's, Ú Bistrô, is a guarantee of fine dining experiences, having won awards at the Pipa Gastronomic Festival on a number of occasions. Menus are based on the finest locally sourced produce, especially freshly caught fish and seafood, and feature the creative art of head chef Altemar Cardoso.

Calá & Divino Hotel Fazenda is the only hotel located right on Espelho Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil and the world, famous for its natural setting and secluded privacy. Offering delightful rustic, barefoot luxury, good food and friendly, welcoming service, Calá & Divino is a fabulous spot for relaxing stays in this idyllic location. Ideal for relaxing stays on this beautiful corner of the Brazilian coast, guests at Calá & Divino Hotel Fazenda can enjoy an extensive range of activities, both on-site and close by the hotel. These include mountain biking, capoeira lessons on the beach, kayaking on the river and of course surfing and kite surfing. A range of massages and treatments can also be arranged. Nearby landmarks and attractions include the Imbiriba indian reserve, Caraiva, or the beautiful village of Trancoso, with its famous Quadrado, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Calá & Divino Hotel Fazenda has two unique dining venues: during the day, the beach restaurant serves traditional dishes and international and contemporary cuisine, while at night the Restaurant at the Top of the Hill is an inviting setting for delicious international cuisine and a magnificent selection of drinks, cocktails and fine wines from the bar, all with sweeping views of the ocean and the surrounding natural landscape.

Enjoying a splendid, isolated location on a sandy peninsula near Maragogi, on the Coral Coast of north-eastern Brazil, Camurim Grande is set in a unique small resort complex, originally a private residence. Extended and refurbished in 2012 as a boutique lodge by its present owners to architect Pedro Motta's, this charming property offers barefoot luxury accommodation, great food and friendly, welcoming service in an idyllic beachfront setting. A delightful spot for tranquil, relaxing stays in this beautiful area, Camurim Grande occupies just five percent of its five hectare plot, the rest being devoted to coconut palms, mango and cashew trees, and freely growing mangroves. Activities available on-site or close by include stand-up-paddle surfing, kayaking, mountain biking and slack-line. Famous for their coral reefs, the waters around Camurim Grande are calm and warm, and are ideal for snorkelling. The lodge also boasts a large outdoor swimming pool.

Standing by the beautiful white sands of the beach at Aquiraz, Carmel Charme Resort is a newly built barefoot luxury resort, set in a strikingly designed modern building. Featuring light, airy spaces, natural timber construction and an enviable selection of services and facilities, Carmel Charme Resort offers exclusive accommodation, top-class cuisine and friendly, welcoming hospitality in a spectacular beachfront location. Perfect for relaxing stays in this beautiful area of Ceará, on Brazil's north-eastern coast, Carmel Charme Resort provides a number of exclusive activities and facilities, including an immense outdoor swimming pool with a children's area, a spa area with a steam room, a fitness area and hydro-massage baths, an indoor tennis court, and a games room with a snooker table. There is also a volleyball area by the beach, and a number of gazebos strategically placed around the hotel's gardens. Popular activities in the area include wind-surfing and kite surfing. Carmel Charme Resort has just thirty-five accommodation units, including suites, lofts and bungalows, all with fabulous sea views. Spacious and airy, all units are air-conditioned, and come with a full complement of luxurious amenities, including large flat-screen TVs with cable channels, plush king-size bedding, l'Occitane toiletries, mini-bars and Nespresso coffee machines.

Perched between the sea and the city this beachside little hotel is perfect for relaxing on the beach, by the pool, or stepping out on the town. Celebrate this place where sky meets sea, sand, and land. The bedrooms are comfortably air conditioned and feature their own private bathroom. Some rooms have a soaking bathtub and/or an outdoor space such as a balcony or terrace. One of the things that makes this place special is the warm welcome and personal attention. They are happy to help organize activities, tours, or spa treatments right on site.

Casa de Pera'Inda is a delightful small boutique guest house, considered one of the most charming in Trancoso. Its prime location, 300 metres from the emblematic ''Quadrado'', in a pleasant residential neighbourhood of Trancoso, provides peace of mind and convenience. Standing in the heart of this beautiful heritage area, Casa de Pera'Inda is set in a lovingly restored and modernised traditional Trancoso house, with the addition of comfortable suites and the reception, lounge, and dining areas. Arranged around a central courtyard with a large swimming pool, the main house consists of a ground floor with terrace, a living room with TV and comfortable sofas, the kitchen and bathroom. One of the five suites is located on a mezzanine accessed from the reception area, while the other four are in independent ground floor rooms. Offering friendly, welcoming hospitality and service, staff at Casa de Pera'Inda consists of a cook, a maid, a gardener, a pool attendant and a night watchman. Bicycles are available for guests' use, free of charge, and other popular outdoor activities in the area include horse-riding, hiking, surfing and snorkelling.

This charming boutique property is nestled in the heart of Pelourinho, the historic centre of Salvador de Bahia. Offering splendid views of the Baía de Todos os Santos, Casa do Amarelindo is situated in a carefully restored and modernised 19th century colonial style mansion. Casa do Amarelindo is located on the Pelourinho carnival circuit, and is close to the myriad cafés, taverns and restaurants of this delightful district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Many of Salvador's most important historic landmarks and attractions are just a short distance from the hotel, including the cathedral, the church of San Francisco, the Palacio R. Branco and the Elevador Lacerda, which provides connections with the lower city and the Mercado Modelo. Casa do Amarelindo offers guests fabulous views of the rooftops of Pelourinho and Baía de Todos os Santos from its panoramic terrace, where cocktails are served, and the spectacular rooftop swimming pool. The hotel's Pelô Bistro restaurant offers delicious meals throughout the day, with the accent on fresh local produce, especially fish and seafood. Breakfast is served in the elegant dining room or in the courtyard.

Enjoying a fabulous location, just a few hundred metres from Praia de Parracho beach, and surrounded by delightful tropical gardens, Casa Grande São Vicente is situated in an elegant neo-classical building. Combining the best of Brazilian and Portuguese influences in its décor, this charming small boutique hotel offers exclusive accommodation in a spectacular ocean-front setting. Ideal for relaxing visits to this charming resort, Casa Grande São Vicente offers a wide range of outdoor activities and watersports, including stand-up-paddle surf, windsurfing, kite surfing and surfing. For golf enthusiasts, the hotel offers special rates at the Golf Club Terravista. The region was the landing point of the first Portuguese explorers in Brazil in the sixteenth century, and there are a number of fascinating heritage towns and villages within easy reach, including Porto Seguro and Trancoso. With its neo-classical architecture, Casa Grande São Vicente offers its guests all the elegance and charm of bygone colonial times, combined with maximum comfort and access to the latest communication technologies. The hotel's buffet breakfast is served in the elegant dining room or on the veranda, and guests can enjoy quiet strolls in the shaded gardens, or cooling dips in the large outdoor pool with ocean views. There is also a billiards and games room, and massages can be arranged on site.

Enjoying fabulous location close to the waterfront in the beautiful heritage town of Paraty, Casa Turquesa is situated in a carefully restored and modernised 18th century colonial town house. After a long and chequered history, this charming boutique inn was opened in 2008 and now offers exclusive accommodation in an enviable setting. Casa Turquesa's central setting means that it is perfect for visiting this historic town. Paraty has remained almost unchanged for centuries, and offers countless fascinating landmarks and monuments, including the Santa Rita chapel, the Nossa Senhora do Rosário e São Benedito church, and Forte Defensor, as well as its charming cobbled streets, which flood once a month at high tide. Guests can go on guided visits around the historic centre, or hike along the fascinating gold trail, dating from the 17th century. Casa Turquesa also offers unique boat trips, on its open whaler, the traditional Saveiro fishing boat or the offshore motor cruiser. Casa Turquesa boasts a charming courtyard garden for guests' use, featuring a swimming pool with whirlpool feature, a gazebo lounge, a bar and a wine cellar. There is also a quiet reading room with a fireplace for colder days, and a computer and Wi-Fi zone.

Enjoying a spectacular location in the heart of Búzios, Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa is situated in splendid tropical gardens overlooking Baía da Armação. This luxury boutique hotel is a short walk from the Rua das Pedras, with its huge range of restaurants, chic shopping and bustling night-life. Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa offers exclusive accommodation and fine dining in an elegant, informal atmosphere. Perfect for relaxing visits to this fashionable resort, Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa is within easy reach of all of the fabulous twenty-three beaches on the Búzios peninsula, including Geribá, Tartaruga, João Fernandes and Ossos. Popular outdoor activities in Búzios include fishing, snorkelling, scuba diving, kite and windsurfing, and golf. Casas Brancas Boutique Hotel & Spa organises Yoga and Tai Chi lessons on weekdays, and guests can also take advantage of the Spa and Wellness centre, offering a range of massages and treatments. Casas Brancas is host to three unique restaurants. Café Atlantico serves delicious gourmet menus based on regional Brazilian cuisine with French and Mediterranean influences, while the Deck, located on the Orla Bardot, offers a selection of Italian dishes and traditional local cuisine. Finally, the Rocka Beach Lounge serves typical seaside delicacies in an incredible beach-front setting.

Convento Arcadia takes first place for having the most ideal location in the Atins, Brazil amongst hectares of coconut palm trees and swaying groves of cashew trees. This gorgeous tropical hotel strives to be the most eco-friendly hotel in the region. It is a haven for kite surfers and beach goers and has a full equipped spa and massages to relax after those long days of hiking and being in the water. A gourmet restaurant is onsite serving up Indian and Persian cuisine along with delicious cocktails. Convento Arcadia features artsy chalets as their ideal way to accommodate their guest sin an eco-friendly manner. These chalets are cozily designed with canopies and four posters or among wooden accents and soft colours. This destination is perfect for those seeking the thrill of kite surfing as its is located in a renowned area for this sport. For those looking for a more naturistic holiday, the hotel is situated close to the national park of Lençóis Maranhenses.

Standing in the central Jardins district, on boutique-lined Oscar Freire Street, Emiliano is set in a modern-design building. Featuring contemporary Brazilian architecture, this fabulous property offers luxurious boutique accommodation, fine cuisine and top-class service in an up-scale city-centre location. Perfect for both business and pleasure in this spectacular metropolis, on arrival, Emiliano ushers guests into a calm haven, starting with a complimentary fifteen-minute massage at the full-service spa. Nestled in one of the city's up-scale districts, Emiliano is within easy reach of many of the city's most important landmarks and attractions, including Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand, the Cathedral, the historic centre, galleries, museums, and much, much more. A range of shuttle services are offered, and there is even a heli-pad for the ultimate in stylish arrivals. On-site facilities at Emiliano include an exclusive Spa centre, with two Japanese hot tubs, a 24-hour fintness centre and a wet sauna. For fine dining experiences, the hotel is home to the Emiliano Restaurant, which serves innovative Italian cuisine in a sophisticated, relaxed atmosphere, while the top-floor Champagne & Caviar Bar is the perfect venue for a memorable celebration with fabulous views of the city. The Emiliano Bar is a cosy, luxurious space, featuring award winning design and a magnificent selection of cocktails, spirits, wines, champagnes and quick snacks.

Located in Trancoso, by the sand of Nativos' Beach, Estrela D'Agua is the perfect getaway for those seeking comfort and sophistication. Suites and bungalows feature Wi-Fi, balcony, hammock, Jacuzzi, Led TV, Sky and DVD, air conditioning, minibar, digital safe, Nespresso coffee maker and hairdryer. Estrela D'Agua isa member of the reputable Associação Roteiros de Charme, which maintains strict environmental policies and quality of services. The Estrela D'Agua offers an authentic and varied gastronomic experience in its 3 restaurants, with specially designed menus. Estrela D'Agua has a Spa that offers energy massage, hot stone, bamboo, and reflexology feet and hands and also a Fitness & Gymnastics room.

Located in the heart of Brazil’s buzzing Praia da Pipa seaside resort, Exotica Boutique Hotel features an eclectic mix of Asian and Moroccan elements in its design, and combines unique materials such as quartz and volcanic rock to create an atmosphere of balance, positive energy and serenity. One of the newest and most distinguished boutique hotels in Pipa, this charming property offers luxurious accommodation, fine food and extensive facilities. Just a short walk from many of Pipa’s spectacular beaches, Exotica Boutique Hotel is ideally placed for visiting this fascinating resort. Well known as a surfer’s paradise, Pipa has become a bustling, lively holiday destination, with carefully decorated streets, internationally famed gastronomy and outdoor markets with unique, high quality products. Aside from surfing, other activities available in and around Pipa include buggy, quad and jeep tours, paragliding, tree climbing and kayaking. On site, Exotica Boutique Hotel boasts a leisure area with spa and Jacuzzi, a large swimming pool, and an exclusive shop featuring the latest Brazilian fashions. Guests can also enjoy top-class fusion cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant, where internationally renowned chefs Walter Benenati and Hady Nassar have created contemporary menus based on the finest locally-sourced, fresh produce.

Located in Brazil in Ponta do Corumbau on the south coast of Bahia between the cities of Porto Seguro and Prado, Fazenda Säo Francisco do Corumbau feels like paradise. A small boutique hotel, Fazenda Säo Francisco do Corumbau offers total privacy, with suites and bungalows on the seaside, a lagoon-style swimming pool and quality service. Fazenda Säo Francisco do Corumbau is nestled amid a grove of nut palm trees and over 2 km of beach. Located on an open sandbar that stretches out into the sea, the farm has 167 hectares and brings together the comfort of a luxury hotel with the charming, relaxed and friendly atmosphere of a beach house. There are four super deluxe bungalows with a king size bed, TV and a spacious bathroom with a private garden. 2 deluxe suites are on the upper level of the main building, and 4 are located in two bungalows (2 suites in each bungalow). The furniture was specially designed to blend harmoniously in all rooms. All rooms contain bed linen and towels from Trousseau, air conditioner, minibar, CD player, in-room safe and a spacious porch with stunning ocean views.

Surrounded by forty hectares of woodlands, countryside and gardens, Hotel Fasano Boa Vista is set in a spectacular contemporary ranch. Like other properties in the Fasano Group, it was designed by top Brazilian architect Isay Weinfeld, and offers exclusive, luxurious boutique accommodation, fine cuisine and bespoke service in a beautiful natural location. Perfect for escapes in the lap of luxury in Porto Feliz, this elegant property combines the excellence in service and refinement of the Fasano brand with a relaxed countryside ambiance. Fully integrated in the stunning natural surroundings, Hotel Fasano Boa Vista offers a fabulous range of on-site activities, including an exclusive Randall Thompson-designed 18-hole golf course, an equestrian centre, tennis courts, a magnificent infinity pool, along with a lake and a fully featured Spa centre. There is also a great selection of facilities for younger guests, including a playground, a children's zoo, a games room. Hotel Fasano Boa Vista's restaurant brings the Fasano group's renowned Italian-Brazilian fusion cuisine to a spectacular, rustic setting. Here, guests will enjoy a relaxed, cosy atmosphere with fabulous views from the floor-to-ceiling windows. Dining is also available on the poolside deck, while the Lobby Bar is a delightful, intimate venue for cocktails, aperitifs and snacks throughout the day.

Nestled between Avenida Paulista and Avenida Faria Lima, two of São Paulo's most iconic thoroughfares, Hotel Fasano is located in Jardins, one of the city's most beautiful and up-market neighbourhoods. Set in a spectacular contemporary design building created by the renowned architects Isay Weinfeld and Marcio Kogan, that echoes the art-deco masterpieces of the forties, this magnificent property provides exclusive boutique accommodation, fine cuisine and top-class service in a highly central location. Standing in the heart of São Paulo's luxury shopping hub, between Bela Cintra and Haddock Lobo streets, Hotel Fasano São Paulo is ideally placed for both business and pleasure in this fascinating city. Nearby attractions include the Museum of Art of São Paulo Assis Chateaubriand and the Nossa Senhora do Brasil church. The downtown historic area and the rest of the city are within easy reach by car, taxi, bus or metro. Hotel Fasano São Paulo is also home the the Fasano restaurant, where guests can enjoy what is widely considered the finest Italian cuisine in South America, and Baretto, an intimate live music and jazz bar, where top class jazz and bossa-nova artists like Caetano Veloso and Bebel Gilberto give regular performances. As befits a five-star luxury establishment, Hotel Fasano São Paulo also boasts a top floor spa and wellness centre, offering a full range of treatments, yoga, a fitness studio, a sauna, and a swimming pool.

Boasting one of the finest locations in Jericoacoara, just a few metres from the Malhada and Jericoacoara beaches, Hotel Hurricane Jeri is a charming boutique resort, featuring rustic-style accommodation in just twenty-two suites and bungalows. Recently having undergone a thorough renovation, Hotel Hurricane Jeri is a delightful spot for relaxing stays in this charming coastal resort. Perfect for relaxing stays in this buzzing little village, surrounded by spectacular beaches, sand dunes, and the spectacular Jericoacoara National Park, with its lagoons and shifting sands, Hotel Hurricane Jeri is within easy reach of the main street, with its cafés and eateries, as well as the most emblematic landmark of Jericoacoara, the immense Pôr do Sol dune. Activities available on-site or close by the hotel include an extensive range of water sports, such as kitesurfing, windsurfing and SUP surfing; yoga, pilates and water aerobic classes, or buggy rides, jeep trips, quad biking and hiking. Hotel Hurricane Jeri's poolside restaurant serves a delicious selection of smoothies and fresh fruit juices, along with cold beers, soft drinks and national and international cocktails. As well as healthy breakfasts, the restaurant serves light meals throughout the day, with freshly-made salads, sandwiches, pastas and seafood, all with fabulous views of the ocean from the open-air dining area.

Hotel Maitei is a boutique establishment offering luxury accommodation in an area of Brazil famed for its stunning natural beauty, Arraial d'Ajuda. This exclusive hotel organises guided nature trips for guests who wish to visit Monte Pascoal National Park, which is only two hours away. There is also the anthropological delights of the nearby Pataxó Indian Reservation, where fascinating ancient traditions can be enjoyed at first hand. Other activities include whale watching, ocean fishing, bike trails, boat tours, trekking and canoeing. Hotel Maitei was designed by architect Luciano Soares: its interiors are a careful blend of sophistication, comfort and beauty. Rooms have panoramic ocean views and are equipped with free Wifi, cable TV and DVD. Leisure amenities around the hotel grounds include an outdoor swimming pool, gym, sauna and games room. The Hotel Maitei restaurant serves local Brazilian and international dishes and poolside dining is welcomed. There are also restaurants, bars and clubs just a short distance away.

Hotel Santa Teresa MGallery by Sofitel, in the heart of Santa Teresa neighborhood, offers direct access to the economic hubs of the city, such as Avenida Rio Branco, Botafogo beach, Marina da Gloria and is only 10 minutes away from Santos Dumont Airport. It is also close to all the main tourist attractions, such as Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Lapa district, Ruins park, Selaron steps, Santa Teresa tram, plus Copacabana, Leme, Ipanema, Leblon and Barra da Tijuca beaches. It has 44 rooms beautifully decorated with Brazilian design furniture, connected to gardens filled with exotic plants and birds, Le Spa, a serenity escape in the middle of Rio de Janeiro, a pool with a breathtaking view of the city, our Bar dos Descasados, known for receiving a loyal and cool crowd, and last but not least Restaurant Térèze with its contemporary Brazilian gastronomy, ranked as one of the best hotel's restaurants of Rio de Janeiro.

Hotel Vila Dos Orixas is located on Praia do Encanto (Charming Beach) in Brazil. This is one of the quietest beaches in Morro de Sao Paulo. Hotel Vila Dos Orixas is notable for being the most exclusive hotel on the island in an environment where palm trees, sun, and peace and quiet predominate. Located 60 kilometers south of Salvador, Morro de Sao Paulo is one of the most popular destinations on the Dende Coast. It is one of the oldest areas in Brazil, along with its neighboring island, Boipeba. It is naturally preserved with clean sand, warm water, Atlantic vegetation, mangroves and innumerable nearly empty beaches. The perfect place to get away from it all. The ten bungalows at Hotel Vila Dos Orixas are surrounded by palm trees and native vegetation with a fascinating deserted beach as a backdrop. Every detail is designed to make the most of peace and privacy, as well as access to all of the wonderful amenities at the hotel. Some of the highlights include a 25 meter pool with a bar serving some of the best caipirinhas on the island, an oceanfront restaurant and of course the beach.

Standing in the heart of Pelourinho, Salvador de Bahia's historic quarter, Hotel Villa Bahia is set in two sympathetically restored colonial mansions, originally dating from the 17th and 18th centuries. After a year's careful and painstaking work, with the participation of local craftsmen and following UNESCO requirements for sustainability, this charming boutique property offers exclusive accommodation in a unique heritage setting. Hotel Villa Bahia's central location in Salvador de Bahia means that it is ideal for relaxing visits to this spectacular city. Many important landmarks and monuments are within easy walking distance of the hotel, including the historic Elevador Lacerda, the cathedral and the Mercado Modelo, among many more. Visitors will find countless cafés, taverns and restaurants in the delightful cobbled streets around the hotel, and the city is also famed for its chic shopping. Salvador boasts a number of fine beaches, and Porto da Barra has been classified as one of the world's top three beaches. Villa Bahia features two peaceful patio courtyards, one with lush plants and an elegant fountain, and the other with a hanging garden and a small pool. Indoors, the hotel's public rooms contain authentic period furniture, noble timber flooring and high ceilings, in keeping with the heritage nature of this splendid building. Adapting French techniques to local ingredients, the restaurant offers first-class contemporary cuisine with the richness of local flavours. Breakfast is served in the elegant dining room or outdoors in the courtyard.

The Ilha de Toque Toque Boutique Hotel & SPA is a destination where the beach, mountains, nature, charm and gastronomy combine with friendly, personalized service to provide a peaceful and romantic getaway. Reflecting the "barefoot luxury" of a private vacation home, our hotel has 13 unique and comfortable suites with stunning sea views. Each is equipped with a private Jacuzzi spa or pool, and select accommodations feature their own saunas. With a breathtaking seaside location on São Paulo's North Shore, 50 meters above sea level and in the heart of the Atlantic Forest, Ilha de Toque Toque Boutique Hotel has been voted among the top 25 Brazilian romantic hotels by Tripadvisor Travellers Choice 2015 and has been awarded the 2016 World Luxury Hotels Award in the Best Beach Hotel category. Enjoy an experience that blends elegance, romance, charm, nature and simplicity like no other destination. Escape the ordinary at our hip boutique hotel in São Sebastião!

Insolito Boutique Hotel offers exclusive luxury accommodation set on the edge of Ferradura beach, one of the area's most beautiful beaches. Nearby Buzios offers a good helping of old fishing-villlage charm, and has a varied selection of restaurants, bars and clubs for those that fancy a slice of nightlife. Each of the rooms at the Insolito Boutique Hotel has a distinct Brazilian theme and features a wooden deck overlooking the sea. For saunas, Jacuzzis, massages and more, guests can saunter down to the hotel's on-site wellness centre and spa to relax and rejuvinate. The Insolito Boutique Hotel boasts a Franco-Brazilian restaurant which serves fusión food with the highest quality fresh ingredients and a stunning view of Ferradura Beach. Bicycles can be hired from the hotel. Aficionados of watersports will be more than satisfied with what the area has on offer, which includes water-skiing, wakeboarding and snorkelling. There is also a golf course just along the road.

Enjoying an excellent location on a pretty tree-lined street, just over a hundred metres from the beach, Ipanema Inn is set in a stylishly restored and modernised 1950s building, and offers spacious, luxury boutique-style accommodation and great food in a magnificent, tranquil location. Perfect for relaxing stays in this buzzing area of Rio, Ipanema Inn is just steps away from much of the best of the city. Ipanema is home to some of Rio's hippest boutiques, shops, cultural scene and nightlife, yet is within easy reach of the rest of the city. Designed by renowned architect Bel Lobo, rooms at Ipanema Inn are spacious and filled with light, harmonious, welcoming and functional, and feature elegant vintage style furniture and cool fabrics. Ipanema Inn's on-site restaurant, the Quitéria, located on the ground floor of the hotel, specialises in fresh, local and seasonal cuisine, based on the finest hand picked ingredients and created by chef Christian Garcia to please the most demanding palates. Like the rest of the hotel, it was designed by Bel Lobo and her team, and also features furniture by the award-winning designer Sérgio Rodrigues.

Kilombo 5Villas&Spa is a resort complex which offers a new concept of luxury tourism. The resort consists of 5 exclusive villas located in the northeast of Brazil, on the paradise beach of Sibaúma, 80 km from Natal International Airport (7 hours from Europe by plane).Kilombo 5Villas&Spa is located in close proximity to a protected natural park which is frequented by dolphins and where sea turtle lay their eggs. In Kilombo the beauty of nature combines with excellence in customer service and state-of the-art facilities. Each of the five villas is served by its own butler and, in addition, has a spa zone, a 30-meter swimming pool, satellite TV, computer, Internet, Jacuzzi, IPod, DVD, air conditioning and a gym. Each villa is designed in a distinct style and all offer spectacular views to the ocean. In addition, the resort has a select restaurant of only 6 tables. The kitchen, led by the recognized Chef Marconi Mud (rated with 2 forks), has as its main protagonists the excellent fresh products of the zone prepared with touches of Mediterranean and Asian exquisiteness.

Enjoying a fabulous, isolated location, nestled in the heart of the Gramado countryside, La Hacienda Inn & Restaurant is set in a traditional estate of the region, built in stone in the style of the European settlers from Italy and Germany who arrived in the region in the 19th century. With just six exclusive cottages, La Hacienda Inn & Restaurant offers cosy boutique-style accommodation, good food and a fabulous range of on-site activities in a homely, welcoming atmosphere. Standing in seventy hectares of well preserved forest and woodland, with waterfalls, streams and lakes, La Hacienda Inn & Restaurant offers many opportunities for outdoor experiences, including horse-riding, hiking, ecology trails and fishing. On-site, the Hacienda boasts an outdoor swimming pool, a tennis court, a fitness centre and a games room. There is also a spacious conference room with all equipment and comforts for successful business meetings, presentations or private events. The restaurant at La Hacienda serves delicious international cuisine based on the finest locally sourced produce and the hotel's organic kitchen garden and orchard. There is also an excellent wine cellar, and the atmosphere in the dining room is cosy and relaxed, accompanied by a roaring fire on cold evenings, and soft music from the piano bar.

From the top of Joao Fernandes beach, La Pedrera offers one of the most exclusive views of Buzios.Each of its 28 rooms has original decoration which sets it apart from conventional hotels. Either standard or premium, all rooms overlook the sea and have a private balcony.The careful decoration and customised attention give rise to the relaxed feeling of a place with its own original style. As days go by, you will feel captivated by the perfect blend of homelike comfort, tactful service, and the personal touch in every detail.

Built in 1871, this is a wonderful example of a Brasilian mansion from the 19th Century. It features a veranda and high ceilings of 3.5 m. This splendid house was once the home of former mayor, Bulhoes Carvalho.

Standing on a quiet, tree-lined street in the centre of Curitiba, Nomaa is a newly built boutique hotel, combining contemporary design, gastronomy, connectivity and top-class service in a cosy, relaxed atmosphere. Surrounded by the finest shops, restaurants and art galleries in the city, Nomaa is perfect for both business and pleasure in Curitiba. Featuring a highly contemporary, though cosy design and décor, Nomaa is furnished with signature pieces by modern Brazilian and foreign designers, like Sergio Rodrigues, Hans Wagner, Jader Almeida and the Charles Eames. Good lighting and the latest technologies are present throughout the hotel. On-site facilities include include a spa area and a fully equipped fitness centre, with the latest high-tech equipment. There is also a co-working area and and a spacious events room. Nomaa's in-house restaurant, the Nomade, follows the hotel's design concept, and features an atmosphere that is a combination of a library, a bar and a restaurant, with a cosy indoor-outdoor ambiance. Menus feature Brazilian - international fusion cuisine, based on the finest locally sourced ingredients and the unique touch of award-winning chef Lenin Palhano.

After a decade of research, ORIXÁS HOUSE was founded in 1978 in the colonial village of EMBU DAS ARTES in São Paulo, Brasil, by Erich and Graça Steffen. The purpose being to study, develop and preserve the Amerindians, African and European bases of Brasilian culture via its social antropology; especially in the arts, musical and culinary fields.In 2001 the ORIXÁS ART HOTEL was built.In this unique project, a rustic way of life is interwoven into this sophisticated and comfortable hotel.Sculptures, paintings and other pieces of art find themselves integrated into the natural vegetation of the hotel. In keeping with a strongly held belief that the hotel should be in harmony with the nature that surrounds it, Orixas Art Hotel was built using regional organic materials by trained local labor.

Enjoying a fabulous location close to one of the largest canyons in Brazil, in Campos de Cima da Serra in Rio Grande do Sul, Parador Casa da Montanha is a unique ''glamping'' resort, set in cosy tents and cottages perched on a gently sloping valley overlooking the Rio Camarinhas. This charming property offers cosy accommodation, great food and a fantastic selection of activities in an idyllic natural setting. Ideal for relaxing stays in the heart of nature, Parador Casa da Montanha offers a magnificent choice of outdoor activities, both on-site and close by the lodge. These include mountain biking, hiking, horse riding or fishing. Bicycles are available for guests' use, free of charge, and the parador can arrange trips to the waterfalls and canyons of the Serra Geral National Park. Many of the suites offer an outdoor hot tub, and superior suites also boast an outdoor fireplace, perfect for stargazing under the spectacular night skies. Fine food is not forgotten at Parador Casa da Montanha, and the lodge offers tasty menus based on contemporary gaucho cuisine and the finest locally sourced produce. Breakfast consists of freshly baked breads, home-made cakes and biscuits, along with typical regional dishes. At night, guests can enjoy candle-lit dinners on the deck, by the warmth of the open fires.

Ponta dos Ganchos Resort is located on a privately-owned peninsula that juts out from the southern Brazilian coast between picturesque fishing villages, making it one of the most exclusive beach resorts in Brazil. For adults only, Ponta dos Ganchos Resort is a peaceful and way off the beaten path boutique hotel. A single hop from São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro or Buenos Aires, this romantic hideaway makes dreams a reality: 20 sophisticated and charming bungalows in perfect harmony with the breathtaking scenery. Here the waters of the Emerald coast meet the lush rainforest vegetation in a dazzling display of colour and light. This privileged location guarantees guests total privacy, while the luxurious bungalows provide them with the rest and comfort they deserve. Impeccable facilities, the exquisite cuisine and quality of services.

Enjoying a privileged location on the lush north-western coast of the island of Ilhabella, Porto Pacuíba Hotel is situated in a charming traditionally styled hotel building. Recently having undergone a full renovation and extension, this delightful property offers luxury boutique-style accommodation, good food and a full range of modern facilities in an idyllic beachfront setting. Nestled between the Atlantic rainforest and Viana beach, Porto Pacuíba Hotel is a wonderful spot for tranquil stays on this charming island. On-site, the hotel boasts three swimming pools and two onsens pools (Japanese hot tubs), standing in lush shaded gardens and surrounded by elegant sun decks. The large main pool is heated year-round, and there is also a spa area with its own pool, sauna, and a massage room. Ilhabella is a paradise for watersports enthusiasts, and boat and schooner trips around the island can be arranged from reception. Porto Pacuíba Hotel's on-site restaurant, The Portofino, offers a delicious selection of menus, featuring modern Brazilian cuisine and traditional favourites based on the finest locally sourced produce, including freshly caught fish and seafood. Located in a colonial-style house overlooking the hotel's gardens and the sea, it boasts a large veranda for al-fresco dining.

Enjoying a delightful location on a lush promontory overlooking the bay of Armação dos Búzios, Pousada Abracadabra is a charming small boutique hotel offering comfortable accommodation with fabulous views. Just two-hundred metres from Praia dos Ossos, Pousada Abracadabra is within easy reach of many more of the twenty-six beaches of Búzios, including Ferradura, Garibá and Tartaruga. Ideal for relaxing stays in this fashionable resort, Pousada Abracadabra is just minutes away from Rua das Pedras, with its myriad restaurants, chic shopping and and bustling night-life. Guests can enjoy a huge range of water sports in the area, including surfing and wind-surfing, scuba diving, snorkelling and kayaking. Within the property, guests can enjoy refreshing dips in the spectacular infinity pool, offering sweeping views over the bay. Pousada Abracadabra is home to the Mistico restaurant, which serves delicious menus based on Mediterranean cuisine, with the accent on locally caught fish and sea-food. Guests can enjoy al-fresco dining on the terrace, with the magnificent panorama of Armação Bay as a backdrop. Fine cocktails, wines and spirits are also served in the lounge throughout the afternoon and evening.

Standing in a lush tropical garden, Pousada Capim Santo is located in the heart of the historic village of Trancoso. Set in individually designed suites and bungalows, this delightful eco-friendly boutique property offers comfortable accommodation and delicious meals in an authentic, tranquil atmosphere. Situated just a short walk from fabulous, deserted white-sand beaches, Pousada Capim Santo is ideal for relaxing stays in this beautiful heritage region. Other attractions include the UNESCO protected Quadrado square and the ancient 16th century church. Trancoso's beautiful beaches are protected by reefs and form unique natural pools at low tide. Pousada Capim Santo's delightful restaurant is one of the most well-known establishments in this newly fashionable spot, and has been serving delicious menus based on the finest sea-food since 1985. Guests are sure to enjoy its informal atmosphere, within easy reach of the buzzing Quadrado.

Set in the sand, this charming collection of bungalows includes a restaurant, bar, and lounge as well as a beach area exclusively for guests. Outdoors and indoors merge harmoniously here. Each comfortable bungalow features air-conditioning, satellite TV, free Wi-Fi internet, and its own bathroom. Some have a living room area with a sofa that can sleep an additional person. Some even have their own water feature such as a soaking bathtub or its own pool. Reconnect to nature in this environmentally conserved area. Let the sand squish between your toes as you stroll barefoot along the beach. Swing in a hammock under coconut trees. Take a boat tour down a pristine river. Visit a nearby fishing village. Discover handcrafts and experience another way of life at Pousada da Amendoeira.

Set among beautiful flower gardens, the Pousada do Ouro boutique hotel offers luxury accommodation in the old colonial town of Paraty, which was founded by the Portuguese in 1667. A walk along the town's stone-cobbled streets will take you past characterful 17th-century mansions, monuments and churches. The Pousada do Ouro Hotel is a ten-minute walk from Pontal Beach, which offers water-skiing, snorkelling and fishing. Rooms at the Pousada do Ouro Hotel are decorated in cheerful colours, feature country-style furniture and are fully equipped with air-conditioning, LCD TV and free Wifi. The hotel also has a swimming pool and spa, which offers a variety of body massages. The Pousada do Ouro Hotel has a breakfast buffet with fresh tropical fruits, bread rolls and cold meats. The Rustic Bar serves exotic cocktails and the poolside bar will also prepare meals al fresco. Local Paraty restaurants are outstanding: don't miss the speciality "Caiçara" with fresh fish.

Lost in the forest shade, the Pousada Etnia hotel and shop return to their origins. The accommodations join extreme comfort with refined ethnic decoration. Each object shown reflects the whole and gives silent testimony to the diversity of the people that finally joined culturally, and can be seen as a mirror or kaleidoscope of the world.

Enjoying a fabulous, unspoilt location on the beach in the heart of Jericoacoara National Park, Pousada Jeribá is a small boutique beach hotel, offering luxurious accommodation, good food and excellent facilities in an idyllic beachfront setting. Pousada Jeribá is perfect for relaxing stays in this beautiful area of Ceará, with its immense swathes of sand dunes and spectacular beaches. A surfer's and wind-surfers paradise, Pousada Jeribá has full storage facilities for surfers' gear. Other facilities available include a large infinity pool with spectacular ocean views, and an intimate spa with a range of luxurious treatments. Boasting magnificent sea views, the Jeribá Restaurant has become a byword for fine food in the region. Paying special attention to locally sourced seafood, Jeribá's chef creates delicious menus, based on top quality ingredients and herbs and vegetables from the hotel's kitchen garden. Vegetarian and special diet options are also available.

The Hotel Pousada Quarto Crescente offers luxury accommodation situated in a large tropical garden filled with exotic plants and birds, and located just 400 meters from the historic centre of Trancoso, Brazil. This boutique hotel is ideal for visiting Quadrado Square and is only 15 minutes walk to some of the region's most spectacular beaches. The Hotel Pousada Quarto Crescente has two outdoor pools, a larger pool for adults equipped with water jets and a smaller one for children. The poolside area is the perfect place to relax with a cocktail after a long day at the beach. Some rooms are also equipped with a Jacuzzi. Breakfast consists of home-made cakes and fresh fruit picked in the Hotel Pousada Quarto Crescente's tropical gardens. They also serve afternoon tea, while pizza and drinks are available at the bar. Guests can rent cars, bikes and kayaks to explore the local area. And there's always something to read at the library, stocked with over 1000 international books. Kids can play in the safe environs of the gardens and enjoy a playground featuring a dolls' house and trampoline.

Pousada Rabo do Lagarto is located in an area of great natural beauty, and offers grandstand views of the beautiful Pedra Azul National Park. Pousada Rabo do Lagarto is a small boutique guest house, and offers charm, sophistication and privacy, along with respect for the environment and local characteristics in an idyllic natural setting. Ideally placed for visiting this fascinating mountain region, within easy reach of the spectacular Pedra Azul, the pousada boasts 30,000 meters of green area, suites with access for guests with special needs, a cosy restaurant with a fireplace, a massage and relaxation room, and a deck with hot tubs and fabulous views, where guests can order drinks and snacks facing the Pedra Azul. The principal attraction of the area is the Pedra Azul with its amazing Pedra do Lagarto rock formation, and a vairety of guided excursions and hikes are available to the rock. A bird-watcher's paradise, the Pedra Azul is the habitat of countless exotic species, along with animals such as the Brown Capuchin Monkey, the armadillo, anteater, and Ocelots, among many others.

Boasting a prime location in Pipa, a few metres from the best beaches, shops, bars and restaurants, Pousada Toca da Coruja is surrounded by an imposing green area of twenty-five thousand square metres, with tropical gardens filled with native flora and fauna. This charming property offers luxurious, spacious accommodation, great food and top-class service in a tranquil, romantic and cosy atmosphere. A fabulous spot for relaxing stays in this buzzing resort, Pousada Toca da Coruja is a haven of peace and quiet, though within easy reach of all the charms and attractions of Pipa. On site, the Pousada boasts two ionized pools, one with a semi-Olympic length of 25 metres, whirlpool areas, a gym, and a sauna. Guests at Pousada Toca da Coruja can also discover the wonders of Pipa's fabulous beaches, and practise a range of watersports, including surfing, kite-surfing, or kayaking. Other outdoor activities available include hiking, mountain biking, horse riding or buggy trips. Pousada Toca da Coruja's on-site restaurant, the Oca Toca, offers unique dining experiences, with exquisite menus that mix regional Brazilian cuisine with international touches, created by Chef Wagner Aguiar. There is also a wine cellar with one of the finest wine lists in the area, selected by wine expert Isis Faria Ribeiro.

Enjoying a fabulous location by the beach at Préa, Rancho do Peixe is a charming small eco beach-lodge, offering cosy accommodation and great food in a fabulous oceanfront setting. Built in locally sourced, natural and ecologically friendly materials, such as reclaimed wood and Carnauba straw, this charming property is a fabulous spot for relaxing stays in a pristine natural setting. Sustainable tourism is high on the list of priorities at Rancho do Peixe, and aside from its eco-friendly structure, other important green initiatives include an organic garden, energy saving measures and staff from local communities. Activities available on site include wind-surfing and kite surfing, and the Rancho can also arrange a fabulous selection of tours and experiences, including visits to the buried village at Tatajuba, the Jericoacoara National Park with its lagoons and sand dunes. On-site facilities include a large outdoor pool and a Spa and wellness centre. Rancho do Peixe's restaurant and bar serves authentic, fresh and tasty menus, based on traditional north-eastern Brazilian and international cuisine. Vegetarian dishes are also available, and all meals are created fresh every day from the finest locally sourced ingredients. The Rancho's Beach Bar is a great spot to wind down and relax after a busy day's sightseeing, and is a meeting point for wind-surfers and kite surfers.