WHERE TO STAY - Brazil - page 364

RIO DE JANEIRO STATE & ESPÍRITO SANTO

ANGRA DOS REIS (Rio de Janeiro State) Pestana Angra 0 S ÷ z h 7 ∑ \\\\\
Estrada Vereador Benedito Adelino 3700, Retiro Tel [phone] Rooms 27
With bungalows set in tropical gardens on a forested peninsula, this private beach resort provides a very high
level of comfort. There are fantastic views over the sea, making this place a perfect choice for a beach vacation.
Also on offer are conference facilities and a good restaurant, the Cais da Ribeira. www.pestana.com
ARRAIAL DO CABO (Rio de Janeiro State) Capitão n'Areia Pousada 0 S ÷ z h

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Rua Santa Cruz 7, Praia dos Anjos Tel [phone] Rooms 32
Located on the main town beach, this family-friendly seafront hotel draws a loyal clientele for its splendid views.
There is a good range of chalets and rooms to choose from, all equipped with modern conveniences, as well as
a sea-facing café and the pleasant Porto das Delícias Restaurante. www.capitaopousada.com
BÚZIOS (Rio de Janeiro State) Brigitta's Guest House

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Rua das Pedras 131, Centro Tel [phone] Rooms 4
Brigitte Bardot stayed in this pousada at the time when her presence in Búzios put the fishing village on the map.
Named for its celebrity guest, the small guesthouse stands on what is now the main shopping street, overlooking
the water. Rooms are decorated with arty bric-à-brac, and the ambience is friendly. www.brigittas.com.br
BÚZIOS (Rio de Janeiro State) Hibiscus Beach S z h ∑ \\\
Rua 1, 22 Quadra C, Praia de João Fernandes, 28950 000 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 13
One of the best-value hotels in the area, this British-run pousada overlooks Praia de João Fernandes, one of the
peninsula's prettiest and liveliest beaches. The surrounding luxuriant tropical gardens create a calm ambience.
Accommodation is in cabanas, all of which have sea views. www.hibiscusbeach.com
BÚZIOS (Rio de Janeiro State) Abracadabra

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Morro do Humaita 13, 28950 000 Tel [phone] Rooms 16
The pool and breakfast area and the most preferred rooms in this tastefully decorated mock-Mediterranean hotel
have some of the best views in Búzios. The oceanfront hotel bar is known to serve fantastic caipirinha. Good
beaches are a five-minute car ride away. www.abracadabrapousada.com.br
BÚZIOS (Rio de Janeiro State) Casas Brancas 0 S z h ∑ \\\\\
Alto do Humaitá 10, Búzios, 28950 000 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 32

Considered to be one of Brazil's best boutique hotels, the Casas Brancas has created a series of Mediterranean-
inspired rooms with breathtaking views of the Morro do Humaíta. The hotel restaurant serves superb modern
Brazilian-Mediterranean fusion cuisine. There is a first-class on-site spa. www.casasbrancas.com.br
CABO FRIO (Rio de Janeiro State) La Plage

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Rua dos Badejos 40, Praia do Peró Tel [phone] Rooms 32
The principal suites at this beachfront hotel all come with a stunning ocean view. All suites are appointed with
basic amenities, and are tastefully decorated. There is also a small play area for children. The hotel can organize trips
to the nearby sand dunes. www.laplage.com.br
CABO FRIO (Rio de Janeiro State) Pousada do Leandro

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Avenida Nilo Peçanha 333, Praia do Forte Tel [phone] Rooms 17
Owned by famous ex-Flamengo footballer José Leandro Souza Ferreira, this intimate, brightly colored pousada
is located a short stroll from the town center on the area's busiest beach, Praia do Forte. All suites come with a
veranda and are equipped with modern amenities. www.pousadaleandro.com.br
GUARAPARI (Espírito Santo) Enseada Verde S z h \\
Rua Duarte Mattos 27, Enseada Verde, Praia do Meaípe Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 20

Set in rainforest overlooking Praia do Meaípe, one of Guarapari's most popular beaches, the reasonably priced
Enseada Verde has pretty apartments. The pool here is very popular and the on-site restaurant has unforgettable
views of the lush tropical surroundings. www.enseadaverde.com.br
ILHA GRANDE (Rio de Janeiro State) Pousada Ancoradouro

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Rua da Praia 121, Vila do Abraão Tel [phone] Rooms 8
One of several pousadas in the picturesque Vila do Abraão, the Ancoradouro is located right on the beach, in the
quiet part of the village. There are eight minimalistically decorated, but very well kept, apartments offering basic
amenities, including a TV and a small refrigerator. www.pousadancoradouro.com.br
ILHA GRANDE (Rio de Janeiro State) Sítio do Lobo

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Enseada das Estrelas, Ilha Grande Tel [phone] Rooms 9
A luxury boutique hotel run by Julinha Serrado, a famous Brazilian interior designer, the Sítio do Lobo lies on a
peninsula reachable only by boat from either the mainland or Abraão town. Activities include hiking, kayaking,
yoga, and tai chi. Rooms are tastefully done, though the cheaper rooms are boxy. www.sitiodolobo.com.br

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