Situated deep in the Amazon rainforest, on the banks of the Tupana River, is this charming, little jungle lodge. Your Amazon adventure starts from the moment you begin your journey to the lodge, which is by car and motorboat down the rivers through the rainforest.
The lodge has just 18 rustic rooms, built from local timber. The rooms are extremely primitive, but nice and clean, with everything you need: a bed, a ceiling fan and a suite bathroom with naturally heated water. There are also mosquito nets over the windows.
Your meals are served as a buffet in the lodge’s restaurant, from which you have a lovely view of the river and the lush rainforest.
After your experiences in the jungle, you can enjoy the area around the lodge, where in addition to the restaurant, you will find a sun terrace, lounge and a nice garden. You can enjoy a dip in the river, and kayaks are also available for you to make use of, should you fancy paddling off on an adventure.
The lodge is powered by its own generator, which doesn’t run around the clock, so there will be times during the day and night when there is no power.
There is no Wi-Fi at the lodge, allowing you to be at one with nature and enjoy an authentic Amazon experience.
River View | Per person from: £79 |
If you stay at Amazon Tupana Jungle Lodge, you have the option of spending the last night at a primitive jungle camp out in the middle of the rainforest in a hammock with a mosquito net.
Please note: There are no toilet facilities out here. Visits to the toilet take place out in the wild.
Situated in the outskirts of the small town of Bonito is the cosy lodge Olho d’ Água. The lodge is made up of a number of small cabins and is surrounded by a tropical garden filled with beautiful birds.
The 24 rooms of the lodge are spread between the small cabins and each has an en suite toilet/shower, air conditioning, ceiling fan, safe, TV and a small veranda with a hammock.
The lodge has a living room with various games, and a swimming pool with a pool bar. Free Wi-Fi is also available in the communal areas.
The restaurant serves a delicious breakfast buffet and you can also buy lunch and dinner here.
A mere 3 km from the lodge is the centre of Bonito, where you will find a large selection of shops and restaurants.
La Chimere is a hotel with a great location, just a few minutes from the lovely beach, Praia dos Ossos, and close to shops, bars and restaurants.
The cosy hotel has just 26 rooms, which are modernly appointed in light colours. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a TV, a safe, a hair dryer and a minibar.
The hotel has several cosy seated areas where you can relax with a good book and a cup of coffee. In the middle of the hotel, there is a small courtyard with a swimming pool and jacuzzi. In the hotel bar, you can order chilled cocktails and small light meals if you’re a little peckish.
Breakfast is served in the small breakfast restaurant.
A 15-minute walk from the hotel is the charming beach promenade, Rua das Pedras, where you will find some of the town’s best restaurants and bars.
Just a 10-minute drive from Campo Grande Airport is the elegant Hotel Mohave. The hotel is centrally located, and you are just a short walk from the centre of Campo Grande and all the restaurants, markets, small parks and shopping malls it has to offer.
The hotel’s rooms are simply furnished and equipped with air conditioning, a 32” TV, minibar, safe and bathroom with a hair dryer and toiletries. In addition, the rooms either have a small balcony or a cosy indoor seating area.
The restaurant serves a daily breakfast buffet including a wide selection of juices, fresh fruit and delicious bread. You can also enjoy regional and international specialities in the restaurant, along with a wide range of delicious beverages.
The communal areas of the hotel include the restaurant, a lounge and TV room and a nice little bar. The reception is open 24 hours a day and there is free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.
Close to everything and strategically located in the centre of Foz do Iguaçu, you will find the recently renovated Pietro Angelo Hotel.
The hotel’s 74 comfortable, modern rooms are all equipped with a 32” TV, air conditioning, a safe, a hair dryer and free Wi-Fi.
The hotel has its own bar, outdoor swimming pool and two restaurants, one of which exclusively serves breakfast. The delicious breakfast buffet, which is included, offers, among other things, freshly squeezed juices and freshly baked bread and pastries.
Pousada Caiçara enjoys a wonderful location right on the beach in Vila do Abraão.
Relax in sun loungers on the fabulous sun terrace in front of the hotel with direct access to the beach.
The hotel’s spacious rooms are flooded with natural light from their own private balcony. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, TV, minibar and an en suite bathroom with hair dryer.
A breakfast buffet is served every morning in the bright restaurant, which features free Wi-Fi.
Cosy restaurants and small shops can be found a mere 600 metres from the hotel, in the centre of Vila do Abraão.
Please note: Prices are not valid over the Christmas and New Year period or during Easter. Please enquire regarding prices when traveling over this period.
Please note that the Wi-Fi signal all over Ilha Grande can be unstable.
Ocean View Room | Per person from: £18 |
The cosy hotel Pousada Naturalia is situated in the midst of beautiful scenery and the sound of the ocean waves and birds singing. The hotel is built in natural materials, blending in well with the surrounding tropical forest.
All rooms have a private balcony with a hammock where you can lie and enjoy the beautiful views of the sea and Vila do Abraão beach. All rooms have free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, ceiling fan, minibar and safe.
The hotel restaurant serves breakfast and afternoon tea, both of which are included in your stay.
If you walk five minutes along the beach, you will reach the pier and the centre of Vila do Abraão, where there are numerous restaurants and bars.
Please note that the Wi-Fi signal all over Ilha Grande can be unstable.
Hotel Saint Paul is located in Manaus’ historic district, just a 5-minute walk from the lively São Sebastião Square, home to the breathtaking Teatro Amazonas.
The hotel has 60 comfortable and attractive rooms, all of which have cable TV, a minibar, air conditioning, a safe and Wi-Fi.
If you’re an active type, the hotel has a well-equipped gym and a small outdoor pool where you can enjoy a refreshing dip.
The hotel has a breakfast restaurant where your breakfast is served.
Pousada Aguapé is located in southern Pantanal and, like most lodges in Pantanal, is a working farm with both cows and horses. For more than 20 years, they have been welcoming travellers from all over the world to show off their amazing scenery.
The lodge has just 15 rooms and the atmosphere is cosy and informal. The rooms are simple but they all have a private toilet, air conditioning, ceiling fan and fridge stocked with cold drinks.
Meals are included in the price and are served as a delicious buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
In the morning and afternoon, when the temperature is at its lowest and the animals are therefore most active, there are various excursions on offer either by 4WD, by boat, on foot or on horseback. So you have every opportunity to experience the beautiful scenery and the fascinating wildlife the area has to offer.
In the middle of the day, it’s “siesta” time back at the lodge where you can relax by the small pool while enjoying chilled drinks from the bar.
In the lodge’s communal areas and TV room, you can chat to the other guests about their animal experiences and share your own. There is also Wi-Fi here, so you can share your experiences your family and friends back home.
Look forward to an eventful stay at Pousada Aguapé.
A stay at Pousada do Príncipe is like stepping back in time. The historic building has been lovingly restored with great attention to detail. The hotel is a few minutes’ walk from Paraty’s historic centre.
The 35 comfortable rooms either overlook the lush garden or the pool and all have air conditioning, a telephone, TV, minibar, safe, ceiling fan and an en suite bathroom.
After your experiences in Paraty, you can relax in the cosy garden with its exotic flowers or by the pool. You can also enjoy a delicious drink in the hotel bar.
Free Wi-Fi is also available in all communal areas.
A delicious breakfast buffet is served daily in the hotel restaurant.
Porto da Lua is a lovely little boutique hotel right on the beach in Praia do Forte.
The hotel has three floors and just 24 rooms, all overlooking the beautiful beach and the breathtaking sea.
The rooms are simply appointed with colourful paintings by a local artist and feature air conditioning, a TV, a safe, a hair dryer and a minibar. Relax in a hammock on the terrace or balcony while enjoying the sound of the waves.
Please note that the hotel does not have a swimming pool. On the other hand, the reef in front of the hotel forms small natural pools which are great for swimming in at high tide and wonderful for snorkelling in at low tide. These natural pools, called “piscinas naturais” in Portuguese, are a quite unique experience.
The hotel has a small restaurant serving Bahian dishes and all manner of seafood. Be sure to try the local speciality Moqueca de Peixe, a kind of stew with fish and tiger prawns. You can also choose to dine at a restaurant in Praia do Forte town centre, a mere 5-minute walk from the hotel.
Right next to the hotel are TAMAR sea turtle project and the town’s charming little lighthouse.
Porto da Lua is close to everything, yet far enough away to avoid noise from the town’s bars, for example. Enjoy the tranquillity and have a great end to your holiday.
Free Wi-Fi is also available in the communal areas.
Porto Zarpa Hotel is centrally located in the pleasant resort Praia do Forte, within walking distance of shops, restaurants and the beautiful golden sandy beach.
The hotel’s 32 spacious and comfortable rooms are fully equipped with air conditioning, TV, minibar and safe. All rooms have a private balcony or patio with hammock and lounge chairs where you can relax and enjoy the view of the lush garden and the swimming pool.
The hotel’s charming Restaurant Atobá serves delicious Bahian and international dishes. The restaurant is also where the included breakfast buffet is served.
Windsor Martinique enjoys a fabulous location in central Rio, just a 2-minute walk from Copacabana beach. The area buzzes with life, and you are within walking distance of shops, bars and restaurants.
The hotel has 116 modern rooms, all equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a minibar, a safe and Wi-Fi. The bathroom has a hair dryer and complimentary toiletries.
The hotel’s rooftop terrace affords views of the sea and Copacabana beach. There is also a small gym, a small pool and a bar. Relax with a cool drink after an exciting day of sightseeing and experiences in the vibrant metropolis.
A sumptuous breakfast buffet (included) is served in the hotel restaurant. The restaurant is also open for lunch and dinner, and you will find a mix of Brazilian and international dishes on the menu. 24-hour room service is also available.
The reception staff are on hand to help you with any questions you may have in order to make your stay in Rio unforgettable. Beach towels and parasols are also available free of charge if you wish to spend your day at Copacabana beach.
Bahiacafé is located right at the entrance to Salvador’s historic centre Pelourinho at the popular Praça da Sé square. It is a small, colourful and charming boutique hotel with just 25 rooms. The building dates back to the mid-18th Century and is steeped in history.
The hotel’s rooms are small, but comfortable and cosily furnished in a rustic African style. They are all fitted with a private bathroom and modern facilities such as air conditioning, Wi-Fi, minibar, safe, smart TV and tea and coffee making facilities.
As a guest at the hotel, your day starts with a delicious breakfast, which includes fresh fruit, local pastries and coffee.
In the hotel bar, you can buy a light snack or enjoy a drink, try, for example, the local drink, caipirinha.
In the local area, you will find a wide selection of restaurants serving both international and local specialties.
The hotel also has a small SPA facility, where you can buy a relaxing treatment, after a day filled with experiences.
Situated in the middle of Largo do Cruzeiro de São Francisco square, in the centre of Salvador’s colourful historic district, Pelourinho, is this charming little boutique hotel. From the hotel’s rooms, you can look down over the cosy square where café and restaurant guests are enjoying lunch or a cup of coffee. Standing majestically at the end of the square is the impressive São Francisco Church, which is beautifully illuminated in the evening.
The hotel has just 6 rooms, spread over two floors. Meticulous attention to detail has been paid here, and all rooms are individually decorated in different colours with beautiful antique furniture.
Breakfast is served in the room at the desired time and includes homemade bread, fruit and local delicacies, such as tapioca pancakes.
In the evening, you can stroll around the atmospheric streets of Pelourinho, with their cosy galleries, restaurants and bars, and enjoy the fantastic street life with music and dancing.
Around 4 hours from Manaus in the lush Amazon rainforest, you will find Juma Amazon Lodge.
To accommodate the large volumes of water that come in the rainy season, the intimate bungalows are built on stilts up to 15 metres high – the same height as the tree tops.
Without compromising on comfort, the 21 bungalows blend seamlessly into the surroundings. All bungalows have en suite bathrooms with water heated by the sun, a veranda with hammocks and ceiling fans.
The magnificent view of the river can be enjoyed from the lobby’s veranda. You can also swim in the river or jump into the little “river” swimming pool, which is surrounded by sunbeds and a small bar.
After your jungle experiences, you can relax in the hammock house and enjoy a drink from the lobby bar. A selection of books and board games is also available for free use.
The buffet restaurant serves delicious local and international dishes. The food can be enjoyed as you take in the exceptional view of the Juma River.
Bungalow | Per person from: £623 |
Wetiga Hotel is located in quiet surroundings, approx. 1.5 km from the town centre.
The hotel has 64 rooms, all located around the large swimming pool. The rooms are all equipped with air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, a TV, a hairdryer and a small balcony overlooking the pool.
Next to the swimming pool, there is also a bubble pool and two saunas.
The hotel has its own restaurant, which is open all day. In the morning, a breakfast buffet is served, and for lunch and dinner there is an a la carte menu. A mix of international and local dishes is served here.
There is a small snack bar by the pool where you can buy cold drinks and light meals to quell any hunger pangs.
The town’s shops and restaurants are within walking distance of the hotel.
Standard Room | Per person from: £20 |
In the outskirts of Búzios is the charming pousada, Pedra da Laguna, where you will stay close to the lovely Ferradura beach and the Ponta da Lagoinha viewpoint – and the most amazing sunrises.
The rooms are located on the ground floor, all with their own little patio leading out into the lovely garden. All rooms have a minibar, a TV and a safe, as well as air conditioning and ceiling fans.
During your stay, you can relax in one of the pleasant areas around the swimming pool, enjoy a drink at the bar or unwind with a good book in the lounge. All communal areas are comfortably and tastefully appointed.
You can also treat yourself to fabulous spa treatments at the hotel.
The hotel is a 5–10-minute drive from Búzios’ busy high street, Rue das Pedras, if you want to go shopping or to try out some of the town’s wonderful restaurants.
Please note: Prices are not valid over the Christmas and New Year period or during Easter. Please enquire regarding prices when traveling over this period.
Superior Room | Per person from: £22 |
Deville Prime is one of Campo Grande’s best hotels, located in a quiet neighbourhood right next to the large Parque das Nações Indígenas park. Built in 2014, the hotel is still fairly new and nicely decorated in a tasteful blend of new and old.
The hotel has 196 spacious rooms, all with air conditioning, a minibar, a safe, a TV and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms are fully kitted out with toiletries and hair dryers.
The hotel has its own restaurant, Ventanas where a lavish breakfast buffet (included) is served. The restaurant is open all day, and for lunch and dinner there is an a la carte menu. Both international dishes and local specialities are served.
There is a cosy lobby bar at the hotel with an adjoining lounge area where you can relax.
The hotel has a small swimming pool which, despite its size, is large enough for you to enjoy a refreshing dip.
Standard Room | Per person from: £62 |
With the Manaus Hotéis Millennium, located in the Millennium Center Complex, you get a fabulous view and the opportunity to do a spot of shopping right on your doorstep.
The 135 spacious apartments all have a balcony affording fabulous views of Manaus, a TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a safe and a small kitchen with a microwave.
From the roof of the hotel, you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city, and there is a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and gym up there, too.
The hotel’s restaurant is open all day and is dedicated to jazz, bossa nova and regional music.
With the Manaus Hotéis Millennium, located in the Millennium Center Complex, you get a fabulous view and the opportunity to do a spot of shopping right on your doorstep.
The 135 spacious apartments all have a balcony affording fabulous views of Manaus, a TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a safe and a small kitchen with a microwave.
From the roof of the hotel, you can enjoy stunning panoramic views of the city, and there is a swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and gym up there, too.
The hotel’s restaurant is open all day and is dedicated to jazz, bossa nova and regional music.
Luxury Room | Per person from: £17 |
Refúgio da Ilha is located in southern Pantanal, a 4-hour drive from Campo Grande.
This cosy little lodge has just eight rustic rooms, all with air conditioning, a ceiling fan, a hair dryer and a fridge.
The lodge has two restaurants. One is indoors and this is where breakfast and dinner are served. The other is outdoors by the Salobra River, where you can enjoy your lunch in the midst of the beautiful scenery.
Look forward to tasting the local specialities and international dishes, all prepared from fresh, organic ingredients from the local market.
Two excursions a day are organised, one in the morning and one in the afternoon/evening, when the animals are most active.
In the middle of the day, you can relax at the lodge, go for a walk in the scenic area or enjoy a refreshing dip in the river.
Free Wi-Fi is also available in all of the lodge’s communal areas.
Look forward to experiencing Pantanal’s amazing flora and fauna.
Standard Room | Per person from: £588 |
At the historical heart of Paraty is the Pousada do Sandi hotel. The hotel was constructed as a private summer house in the 18th century and was later remodelled to serve as Paraty’s first luxury hotel. Look forward to enjoying this unique combination of colonial charm and modern amenities here.
The hotel has 27 rooms painted in warm, pleasant colours, which gives them a charming look. All rooms feature air conditioning, a minibar, a safe and free Wi-Fi.
After a day packed with experiences, you can unwind in the hotel’s comfortable garden and lounge area or enjoy a drink at the hotel’s English pub, Capitan’s Bar. The hotel also has its own fitness centre, steam room, sauna and outdoor swimming pool. A lavish breakfast buffet is served in the lounge area every day.
At the end of the swimming pool are two hotel restaurants operated by Mr. Pippo – Restaurant Pippo and Restaurante Bom Jardi. Here you can purchase both breakfast and dinner.
Standard Room | Per person from: £48 |
On the outskirts of the cosy resort of Praia do Forte, you will find the luxurious, Tivoli Ecoresort.
The resort is set in lush surroundings surrounded by tropical rainforest and swaying palm trees, right by the beautiful beach.
The rooms are spacious and tastefully appointed with beautiful wooden furniture and natural colours on the walls. All rooms have air conditioning, a safe, TV and free Wi-Fi, as well as a private balcony with comfortable lounge furniture and a hammock where you can lie and relax with a good book.
The bathrooms are fully stocked with toiletries, a hair dryer, bathrobes and slippers.
Cool down in one of the resort’s seven swimming pools or laze under an umbrella on the beach in the comfortable sun loungers.
The resort offers a wide selection of restaurants and bars, where you will be treated to a combination of delicious international and Bahian dishes and exotic cocktails.
A wide range of water sports activities are available to purchase if you feel the urge to be active, or perhaps a spot of pampering in the form of a lovely spa treatment at the resort’s exclusive spa is more the order of the day.
Please note: Prices are not valid over the Christmas and New Year period or during Easter. Please enquire regarding prices when traveling over this period.
The hotel is located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro right next to Arpoador beach, which is an extension of the famous Ipanema beach with azure blue waters and white sand. The area is characterised by a lively atmosphere with a wealth of shops, cafés and restaurants.
The rooms are not that big, but they are beautifully furnished in natural materials with calm colours. They are all equipped with private bathroom, air conditioning, smart TV, minibar and Wi-Fi, and are an excellent base in Rio after a day packed with experiences.
You can upgrade the room category to get a private balcony and sea view, which is highly recommended.
As a guest, you can enjoy the hotel’s facilities, including morning yoga on the rooftop terrace, and take a dip in the small pool or relax in a sun lounger. The small roof terrace offers breathtaking panoramic views of the sea and beaches.
If you want to pamper yourself a little extra, you can purchase a massage as an add-on.
If you are an active traveller, you can rent bicycles to explore the area or cruise along the beach on your own. You can also use the hotel’s fitness room if you want to keep in shape.
When you get hungry, there are many great options for eating out in the local area. You can also choose to remain at the hotel, where the ARP Bar serves a wide selection of local dishes and refreshing beverages. Hotel Arpoador attaches great importance to sustainability and works actively to reduce its environmental impact. Therefore, local, seasonal and organic ingredients are prioritised in the menu.
Right next to the hotel is the belvedere, Pedra do Arpoador, which is a great spot to enjoy the sunset.
Medium Standard Room | Per person from: £56 |
Ocean View Room | Per person from: £178 |
Ocean view Room with balcony | Per person from: £225 |
You’d be hard pressed to find a better location in Rio. The recently opened hotel from 2018 is located right next to Copacabana Beach, and from the rooftop terrace, you can enjoy breathtaking views over the stunning, lively beach.
The hotel has 157 rooms, which are decorated in elegant dark colours, giving the rooms an exclusive look.
All rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, a TV, a safe and free Wi-Fi. The bathrooms are fully kitted out with toiletries and hair dryers.
The hotel’s restaurant is on the ground floor, and a lavish breakfast buffet is served here every day. The restaurant also offers lunch and dinner, but this is a la carte. If you’re feeling peckish, you can order light meals and chilled drinks from the hotel’s rooftop restaurant and bar. On a clear day, you can see the Christ the Redeemer statue on top of Mount Corcovado from here.
The hotel’s swimming pool is also on the top floor, where you can swim in the pool or relax in a sun lounger overlooking Copacabana.
The hotel also has a gym and sauna for free use.
The hotel’s central location places you close to the beach, shopping, restaurants and bars.
Standard Room | Per person from: £27 |
Mere steps away from the famous Copacabana Beach is the Hotel Windsor Palace.
The hotel has 85 spacious rooms, all with air conditioning, cable TV, a minibar and Wi-Fi.
From the hotel’s roof terrace, you have the most amazing view down over the lively Copacabana beach and out across the sea. Up here, you’ll also find a gym, sauna, bar and a small swimming pool perfect for a refreshing dip.
The hotel restaurant is open all day. Breakfast is served as a buffet, and for lunch and dinner there is an a la carte menu. Both Brazilian and international dishes are served, and it’s also possible to order room service around the clock. A few minutes’ walk from the hotel, there are also several good local and international restaurants.
This hotel enjoys a great location on the seafront by the popular Praia do Farol da Barra beach. As a guest of the hotel, you have free access to the hotel’s own reserved sun loungers and parasols on the beach.
The hotel has 80 spacious rooms, all equipped with TV, air conditioning, a safe, Wi-Fi and a balcony with a sea view.
The hotel has its own gym, sauna and swimming pool which, like the rooms, the restaurant and the bar, look out over the sea.
Serving from the bar takes place in the restaurant, on the hotel’s own sun loungers on the seafront and by the swimming pool.
The hotel’s Terra Vista restaurant serves international dishes and traditional Bahian cuisine.
Standard Room | Per person from: £16 |
Situated in the heart of Pelourinho, right in front of São Francisco Church and Convent, is the small boutique hotel La Villa Bahia. Here, you are close to all the attractions of the beautiful, historic district, and right in front of the hotel, there is a cosy square that buzzes with life, with lots of good restaurants and cafés.
La Villa Bahia is two beautifully renovated mansions dating back to the colonial era, and you can almost feel the history when you check in. The original floors are intact, and staying here is truly an experience.
The hotel has just 17 rooms, all of which are uniquely furnished with beautiful old furniture that is in keeping with the age of the buildings. All of the rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, a TV and Wi-Fi, and a bathroom with a hair dryer and bathrobes.
Look forward to first-class gastronomy in the hotel’s restaurant, which combines French and Bahian cuisine. Your breakfast (included) is served either in the restaurant or in the small courtyard.
The hotel also has a small swimming pool where you can enjoy a refreshing dip after a hot day of experiences in the colourful district.
There is a small roof terrace where you can relax and enjoy a good cup of Brazilian coffee while the sun goes down over the city roofs.
Luxury Room | Per person from: £46 |
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