Small Boutique hotels in RIO GRANDE DO SUL

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.

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.

Enjoying a spectacular location in the heart of the Quilombo Valley, Saint Andrews Gramado is set in a uniquely designed building, inspired by Saint Andrews Castle in Scotland. This Relais & Châteaux property offers luxurious boutique accommodation, magnificent facilities and activities, and top-class gourmet cuisine in an idyllic natural setting. A wonderful spot for relaxing stays in the beautiful Serra Gaúcha region in Rio Grande do Sul, Saint Andrews Gramado offers a fabulous range of experiences and activities, both in and around the hotel. These include helicopter rides to the Cambara do Sul canyons, mountain biking, hiking, horse riding or golf, among many other options. The hotel also boasts indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a lake, and a spa and wellness centre with a sauna and a fitness room. Saint Andrews Gramado's expert chef and kitchen brigade can arrange romantic lake side dinners, or unique traditional wood-fired barbeques, held in the beautiful rose and lavendar garden, to the accompaniment of traditional live music. The hotel's main Primrose Restaurant serves delicious Franco-Italian cuisine, with influences from the land and culture of the Serra Gaúcha. Seasonally changing menus are based on the finest, locally sourced ingredients, especially organic produce from the hotel's vegetable garden and wild fruit from the surrounding countryside. Dining can be enjoyed in the air-conditioned restaurant, on the terrace or in the garden, and as befits a Relais & Châteaux property, there is a carefully selected wine list and a dedicated sommelier.

Enjoying a commanding location, overlooking Gramado's Lago Negro, St. Hubertus Estalagem is set in a delightful Alpine-style lodge, and offers luxurious boutique-style accommodation, top-class facilities and friendly, welcoming service in a magnificent natural setting. A charming location for relaxing stays in this beautiful corner of the Serra Gaúcha Highlands, St. Hubertus Estalagem is close to all the town's most important attractions, and is ideally placed for exploring the region's famed Romantic Route. On-site, the hotel boasts a heated indoor pool, a steam sauna, an exercise room, and a massage room, for a full selection of spa treatments. There is also a games room, a TV lounge, a cosy salon with a fireplace, and many other corners for moments of quiet relaxation. Every morning, a delicious traditional breakfast, consisting of home-made breads, 'cucas', pastries, fruits, yoghurts, cereals, cold meats, eggs, pancakes and many other seasonal specialities, is served in the elegant dining area or on the deck. The coffee shop serves snacks and light meals throughout the day, while St. Hubertus Estalagem also has a number of unique gastronomic partnerships with the finest restaurants in Gramado, offering Italian, German, French, Mediterranean, and Thai cuisine.