Paraty & the Green Coast

Fazenda Catucaba is a true haven of peace and tranquility where you can enjoy delicious home-cooked food and a wide array of activities. Centrepiece of the fazenda, the main-house retains its original character with signature colonial features including polished wooden floors, fireplaces and high, beamed ceilings each dressed with soft, homely fittings and furniture. The rooms are simple yet comfortable with Egyptian linen, large beds and local artwork while the suites are larger and benefit ...

Paraty’s most exclusive boutique hotel and “pousada”, the Casa Turquesa has been beautifully restored andreveals a stylish blend of contemporary and historic architecture and décor. Downstairs, there is a small library and reading room which spills onto a leafy interior courtyard which harbours a plunge pool and jacuzzi – perfect for escaping the bustle of town at the height of summer. Simple snacks can be ordered throughout the day but there is no restaurant per se – Paraty boasts...

A welcome retreat from the bustling mainland, Paraty Marin captures the timeless charm of Brazil’s Green Coast, a beautiful 7-hectare island property surrounded by rainforest, hidden beaches and scenic trails. The rooms are divided between 3 elegant colonial beachhouses aptly named – “House with a View”, “House on the Rocks” and “House on the Dock”. Whereas the mainland (and neighbouring Ilha Grande) have become popular tourist destinations, Ara...

Built in the 18th century, the Pousada do Ouro retains Paraty’s rich old-world heritage – step through the traditional white-washed façade and you discover a tranquil haven bursting with tropical plants, wooden beams, cobbled patios and the odd splash of vibrant colour. Centrepiece of the pousada is a handsome pool, a rarity in Paraty where you can escape the heat of the day and wind down well away from the tourist bustle. The pousada is ideally placed for exploring Paraty and even r...

The Pousada Picinguaba evokes the best of Brazil’s glorious “Costa Verde” coast, a small tropical hideaway tucked amongst Atlantic Rainforest and soaring peaks overlooking idyllic islands and golden bays. Set in lush gardens above a small fishing village, Picinguaba offers chic, rustic charm amidst breathtaking natural surroundings. The food is delicious and typically Brazilian fare making best use of the catch-of-the-day accompanied by fresh local produce. Outside, the pool offers welc...

Art and history combine at the Pousada Arte Urquijo, a small quirky guesthouse at the heart of historic Paraty. Run by the owner-artist Luz Urquijo, the pousada doubles as a gallery showcasing an eclectic mix of contemporary art and design while maintaining the old-world heritage of the traditional town-house. From the upper floors, the views open across the terracotta tiled rooftops to the sparkling bay and distant Bocaina Mountains. The pousada features a small library, lounge and bar thoug...