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Ten Brazil Honeymoon Resorts
Have
you been dreaming of an extraordinary Brazil honeymoon?
Wondering what honeymooners rave about in Bahia, Rio,
Buzios or Floripa. Which have the best beaches? Which
have the best service? Which have the best suites? Where
does one begin? The luxury Brazil experts at VIP Brazil
compiled a list for us of the Top Ten Honeymoon spots
in Brazil. Honeymoon planner and owner Michael Eiseman
suggests exploring several areas of Brazil, mixing culture,
beaches and romance. He explained, “Brazil is such a large
and wonderful country with a cornucopia of cultures and
traditions. Our clients want more then just the beach;
they want to immerse themselves in the people and culture
of Brazil, while still finding that perfect bungalow.
The country has come a long way from its simple routes
and now boasts some of the best luxury accommodations
in the world, and at affordable prices.”
#1)
Ponta dos Ganchos –
Especial Villa Bungalow
The fabulous Especial Villa bungalow at Ponta dos Ganchos rated highest for service, ambiance, style and cuisine.
Situated on a small point nestled between two charming
fishing villages and surrounded on 3 sides by the sea
of the Emerald Coast, this Exclusive Resort offers the
warmth and personalized service of a guest house together
with the sophisticated infrastructure of an upscale hotel.
With over 3 staff per bungalow they aim to offer a service
customized for each guest. More...
Location:
Florianopolis, Santa Catarina in the South of Brazil
Price Range: $900-$1200 per night. Best
time is November thru March
Meals: Includes Breakfast, Lunch &
Dinner, Full gourmet restaurant.
#2)
Nannai – Master Bungalow
Water
is the main theme at this luxury resort situated on
Muro Alto Beach less then an hour from Recife. Accommodations
are predominantly in Balinese style thatched bungalows
with their own private pool or whirlpool. There are
2 Master bungalows that are at the ends of the property
and much more private then the Premium and Super lux
Bungalows that line the property. Most couples explore
the local reef and Porto Galinhas where there's a wide
range of lively bars and restaurants. More...
Location:
Porto de Galinhas, Fly in to Recife, Pernambuco
Price Range: $820-$1200 per night.
Best time is November thru March
Meals: Includes Breakfast, afternoon
snacks & Dinner, nice buffet.
#3)
Txai Resort – Superior Bungalow
Itacare is a beautiful area in the center of Bahia's exotic
coastline. Offering the ultimate in barefoot luxury, the
Txai is lovingly run by the owners themselves. Attention
to detail is everywhere, from the stylish thatched bungalows
decorated with fresh flowers to the huge open living area
offering huge sofas and beautiful books on local cultures.
The pool is surrounded by palm trees right next to one of
the nicest beaches in Brazil. There are two to six
bedrooms villas with their own pools. More...
Location: Itacare, Bahia in the romantic
Northeast coast of Brazil
Price Range: $550-$880 per night. Best
time is July thru Nov.
Meals: Includes Breakfast, Full gourmet
restaurant.
#4)
Pousada Maravilha – Bungalow
Idyllic paradise island hideaway on Fernando de Noronha,
home to one of the most spectacular nature reserves in
Brazil and part of a stunning archipelago made up of 21
islands. Wildlife viewing opportunities are endless and
the area is particularly renowned for its excellent scuba
diving and snorkeling. With just 8 bungalows nestled in
the hillside, Pousada Maravilha offers privacy, comfort,
fabulous views and spectacular sunsets. More...
Location: Island of Fernando de Noronha,
Northeast of Brazil
Price Range: $580-$980 per night. Best
time is July thru Nov.
Meals: Includes Breakfast, Full gourmet
restaurant.
#5)
Copacabana Palace – Ocean view Suite
Who can leave out Rio if you will visit Brazil only
once in a lifetime? The Copacabana Palace is a true
landmark and one of the grandest hotels in South America.
The hotel's spacious guest rooms and suites have all
been individually designed with fine period furniture
and original works of art. Each of the suites affords
fabulous views of the sea and spacious, opulent sitting
rooms. The hotel boasts magnificent service, semi-Olympic
size pool and the only rooftop tennis court
in the city. More...
Location: Copacabana Beach, Rio de
Janeiro, Green coast
Price Range: $480-$860 per night. Good
all year around.
Meals: Includes Breakfast at Pergula,
one of the best breakfasts on the planet.
#6)
Pousada Casas Brancas – Suite #21
Close your eyes, imagine a stunning Brazilian version
of St. Tropez meets the Greek Islands… that's
Buzios; just a short 3 hour drive north or Rio. Pousada
Casas Brancas is a Bed & Breakfast with 23 well-appointed
guest rooms and suites, which have all been individually
decorated with modern amenities, however suite #21 is
very special, it is in a private wing, has a En room
Jacuzzi and spectacular views. For the ultimate in relaxation,
Casas Brancas has its very own spa offering a range
of beauty treatments and massages. More...
Location: Buzios, 3 hours from Rio
de Janeiro, north up the Green coast
Price Range: $240-$330 per night. Good
all year around. Oct thru April is best.
Meals: Includes Breakfast. Full gourmet
restaurant.
#7)
Convento do Carmo - Suite
A colorful blend of Europe, Africa and the new world,
Salvador is a city rich in lore and legend. Stroll cobblestone
streets near old churches, museums and parks.The Convento
do Carmo is a renovated convent steeped in history,
dating back to 1586, and has been converted into a fabulous
boutique hotel with swimming pool, butler service, gym
and spa. The hotel is located in the Pelourinho district,
whose center has UNESCO heritage status. More...
Location: Pelourinho historical district,
Salvador, Bahia
Price Range: $280-$420 per night. Good
all year around.
Meals: Includes Breakfast. Full gourmet
restaurant.
#8)
Vila d'Este - Master Suite
Buzios, located about 3 up the coast from Rio, is known
as Brazils Riviera. It boasts crystal waters, local
fishing boats and the charming cobblestone street Ruas
das pedras, the perfect setting for beaches and nightlife
in an exotic island setting. Well located within a few
steps of town, the Vila d'Este Master Suite has a huge
Jacuzzi on the veranda and simply the best view in Brazil.
We especially like that this suite is separate and private
from the rest of the Pousada. More...
Location: Buzios, 3 hours from Rio
de Janeiro, north up the Green coast
Price Range: $280-$450 per night. Good
all year around.
Meals: Includes Breakfast. Full gourmet
restaurant.
#9)
Pestana Angra – Lux Bungalow
There are 365 islands in the bay of Angra dos Reis, creating
the perfect setting for Brazils rich and famous circles.
Just 2.5 hours south of Rio Angra is one of the most sought
after regions in the country. This exotic coast line offers
honeymooners quite waters and boating activities second
to none. Your bungalow at the Pestana Angra will have
an ocean view and a private Jacuzzi on the balcony. The
resort occupies 55,000 sq. meters between the Atlantic
Forest and the sea. More...
Location: Angra dos Reis, 2.5 hr. drive south of rio
Price Range: $270-$380 per night. Good
all year around.
Meals: Includes Breakfast and Dinner.
Full gourmet restaurant.
#10)
Fasano Hotel – Luxury Ocean View
I know what you're thinking… how crazy is it to
put a hotel that hasn't opened yet on a top ten list.
Well quite simply, we finally have a true design hotel
opening in Rio come September. The Fasano will open on
Ipanema Beach; Imagined by Philippe Stark, The decor is
elegant and understated with signed pieces of the 50s
and 60s. The Fasano Al Mare , Rogerio Fasano's gastronomic
Restaurant and the Londra lounge with its live Brazilian
music makes this Hotel high on our list of perfect honeymoon
hotels. We can't wait, for Delano types this will fit
like a glove!
Location: Ipanema Beach, Rio de Janeiro,
on the Green coast
Price Range: From $500 per night. Good
all year around.
Meals: Includes Breakfast. Full gourmet
restaurant Al Mare.
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