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Pousada Picinguaba, Paraty, Brazil

Pousada Picinguaba

Beach and Island Escapes
Paraty, Brazil

Pousada Picinguaba is perched above a tranquil bay amongst tropical coastal forest, 30 minutes drive from Paraty. This peaceful and private paradise has nine double rooms, one honeymoon suite, and a secluded villa.

Furnishings are comfortable with elegant touches and original Brazilian art. Patio doors open onto private balconies with hammocks, garden and sea views. There are fans in the rooms but no air conditioning. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and freshwater pool fed by a natural spring.

The Villa offers one suite and two double rooms, a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge/dining area and large deck for alfresco dining. Villa guests have use of all the hotel facilities. Picinguaba offers activities including rainforest hikes to isolated waterfalls, horse riding, kayaking, surfing, and tours aboard the owner’s 40ft schooner.

Pousada Picinguaba, Paraty, Brazil

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Casa Paraty £££££

Brazil
Villas / Exclusive use

Casa Paraty is located on a cobblestone street close to the harbour, shops, bars and restaurants of the colonial town of Paraty. This historical merchant’s house has been completely renovated to a high standard with traditional furnishings. This four-bedroom house is very private with a walled garden, circular pool and both inside and outside dining areas. Services of a part-time English-speaking concierge, maid, housekeeper and a cook are included.

Pousada Literaria £££££

Brazil
Boutique

The Pousada Literaria is located in the historical centre of Paraty, 300 metres from the port. The Pousada is in a fully restored colonial house, furnished to a very high standard with 23 spacious rooms and suites. Pousada Literaria has a tropical garden and outdoor pool as well as a spa with treatment rooms and fitness area. Meals are served in the Quintal das Letras restaurant or at the poolside bar for more casual dining. Pousada Literaria also has a library that boasts over 3000 books and movies and the hotel is the official host for FLIP’s international literary festival.

Pousada do Sandi £££££

Brazil
B&B, Motel and Guesthouse

Pousada do Sandi occupies a former 18th-century schoolhouse in the heart of Paraty, and sits within easy walking distance of the popular harbour area. This charming colonial-style guest house offers 26 rooms and suites, all brightly furnished with select pieces of original Brazilian artworks. Pousada do Sandi also offers an outdoor pool, Shambhala Asian Day Spa, comfortable lounge areas and gardens, and a charming restaurant serving regional Portuguese specialities.

Casa Cairucu £££££

Brazil
Beach and Island Escapes

Casa Cairucu is a beautiful private villa set on the shores of Paraty Bay on the Green Coast of Brazil, a short boat ride from colonial Paraty. The property takes its name from the Environmental Protection Area of Cairucu, surrounded by pristine beaches, uninterrupted swathes of rainforest and traditional fishing villages.

Pousada do Ouro £££££

Brazil
B&B, Motel and Guesthouse

Pousada do Ouro is a charming colonial guesthouse, with rooms built around paved courtyards full of tropical trees and shrubs. All rooms have polished wooden floors and furnished with antique furniture. There is a restaurant and a bar, a swimming pool, spa and sauna. This pousada also operates its own schooner for trips around the gorgeous bay – where you will see hundreds of islands.

Casa Turquesa Paraty £££££

Brazil
B&B, Motel and Guesthouse

Casa Turquesa is a charming boutique hotel set in the heart of colonial Paraty, close to the port. The hotel offers nine comfortable and cosy rooms, all set around a pretty courtyard, with views of the Paraty scenery from its windows and terraces. All rooms are individually decorated with whitewashed walls alongside vibrant colours and unique furniture. The hotel has a library of art books, a decked plunge pool within the courtyard, a bar, wine cellar and a pretty garden

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