Small Boutique hotels in RIO DE JANEIRO STATE

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoying an enviable location, surrounded by lush tropical gardens and overlooking the Armação bay, Vila D'este Handmade Hospitality is a charming boutique hotel in the fashionable resort of Búzios. Preserving authenticity and tradition, Vila D'este offers romantic getaways in a an exclusive, relaxed atmosphere. Just a short distance from the famous Bardot promenade, Vila D'este Handmade Hospitality is perfect for easy-going visits to this delightful resort. Close to Rua das Pedras, with its chic shopping, myriad restaurants and bustling night-life, the hotel is also within easy reach of a number of superb beaches, including Azeda, Ferradura, João Fernandes, Armação, and Geribá. Popular outdoor activities include snorkeling, scuba diving, wind-surfing and surfing, or just lying on the beach soaking up the sun and the atmosphere. Vila D'este offers a number of exclusive packages and promotions, and the hotel's expert concierge staff can arrange a wide range of bespoke activities, such as schooner tours and diving courses, or make bookings at the best clubs and restaurants. Featuring a light, airy, colonial-style décor, with noble timber flooring and exposed-beam ceilings, the hotel's rooms and common areas are spacious and comfortable, and offer splendid views of the town and the bay. Guests can relax on sun-loungers by the outdoor pool, or unwind in the unique heated hydro-massage infinity pool. The hotel's Egeo restaurant and bar is an intimate spot to enjoy fine Mediterranean dining under the stars on its charming panoramic dining terrace.