“A little piece of paradise”

We stayed in this hotel at the end of our trip around South America. It is a little way out of the centre but in my opionion it's definitely worth staying here. There are only a few rooms in this hotel so it is boutique and it felt very secure. We stayed in the purple room which was huge, very tast… more

We stayed in this hotel at the end of our trip around South America. It is a little way out of the centre but in my opionion it's definitely worth staying here. There are only a few rooms in this hotel so it is boutique and it felt very secure. We stayed in the purple room which was huge, very tastefully decorated with an enormous bed and a balcony that looks out over Rio. We had no trouble getting Ubers to pick us up, our maximum wait was around 10 minutes because it was night but that was fine. Every day we got an Uber to the sights and returned late afternoon to swim in the pool with a view. We received lots of tips for where to eat nearby from the staff. You order everything on WhatsApp which was easy (and we are 60+). On our first night we ate at the hotel and they set up a table for us in the lounge area with a view of Rio at night. I can honestly say it was magical. In the morning you WhatsApp the staff to let them know you are ready for breakfast and they set up the table in the dining area where they bring you a good variety of food and drink. It was a great breakfast. If you want a little piece of paradise and are happy to travel the short trip to the sights of Rio, i would highly recommend this hotel.

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“Stunning location”

I've traveled throughout the world and I literally gasped when I entered the lobby. The view is dramatic and gorgeous. I loved both rooms (the purple suite the first night and the red suite the second night) and the interaction with all of the staff. While the hotel is fairly close if you intend to… more

I've traveled throughout the world and I literally gasped when I entered the lobby. The view is dramatic and gorgeous. I loved both rooms (the purple suite the first night and the red suite the second night) and the interaction with all of the staff. While the hotel is fairly close if you intend to climb Pedra da Gavea (which I did), it's a bit far from some of the more touristy beaches (which I avoided). Ubers were generally timely and able to find the location, and there is a good supermarket about a 7 minute drive away. Staff were kind and accommodating and anything you need can be requested via Whatsapp. The breakfast on the terrace overlooking the bay was really special.

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“Unique and beautiful property in Rio”

This property is very beautiful in a secluded and remote part of Rio. The mansion is beautiful appointed and has magnificent sunrises overlooking the bay. I highly recommend this location for a couple as they offer intimate dining experience.

“Beautiful boutique hotel in a stunning location”

We stayed here for the last three nights of our 16 day tour of Argentina and Rio. The setting is simply stunning with beautiful views over to Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. The hotel only has eight rooms which is lovely, it’s like staying in someone’s house and the dining areas were v… more

We stayed here for the last three nights of our 16 day tour of Argentina and Rio. The setting is simply stunning with beautiful views over to Sugar Loaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer. The hotel only has eight rooms which is lovely, it’s like staying in someone’s house and the dining areas were very private. Mostly there were only one or two other couples eating dinner, you almost felt like you were the only ones there. We ate here every night and although the food choice is limited, there is enough variety and it is very tasty, nicely presented and reasonably priced. You can preorder dinner via WhatsApp which is a good idea as I would imagine this saves massively on food waste. Breakfast too is excellent, it was very relaxing to look out over the sea towards the city. We stayed in the ‘blue room’ which although beautiful could do with a little bit of a ‘tidy up’ it is showing wear in places, especially in the bathroom. Service was very good by all staff members but a special mention needs to go to Daniel and also a female member of staff whose English was perfect (sorry I can’t remember your name). Their efficiency in service and responding to WhatsApp messages was outstanding, thank you. We stayed over the Easter weekend and they even left an Easter egg in our room (very nice touch)! This review would easily have been five stars if a couple of changes are made, i.e the bathroom being ‘attended’ to and also the inclusion of a mini fridge, I did miss not being able to get an ice cold drink when I wanted one. You could easily send a WhatsApp message for room service but it wasn’t quite the same.

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