Brazil Recommended hotels list

Location
Othon Palace Hotel Rio de Janeiro is situated directly overlooking the Copacabana Beach and is a short ride from the shopping centres and main tourist areas of Rio. The hotel is just 8 kilometres from the railway station and the city centre. Many of the marvellous city's famous symbols are close by, such as the Sugar Loaf and the Statute of Christ the Redeemer atop the Corcovado peak.

Rooms
All rooms are comfortably equipped with numerous contemporaray amenities. Most of the rooms are modern in decor and have balconies that provide breathtaking views of the ocean.

Restaurant
The in house restaurant serves typical Brazilian cuisine and also enjoys great views of Copacabana. For a great night out without leaving the hotel, you can visit the rooftop Skylab Bar, offering light meals and a gorgeous view of the beach.

General
Guests can take the earned time out of their busy schedule and relax at the swimming pool and sauna. In the basement-level, you' will find a full weight room, fitted with the latest generation of equipment as well as a hydrotherapy pool.

Please Note
Some areas of the hotel are under construction, which is scheduled to be completed by May 2007. Minimal inconvenience may be experienced during your stay.

Location
The Clarion Hotel is strategically located in the region of Alphaville, a modern suburb of Sao Paulo near the Castelo Branco highway. This Barueri hotel is minutes from local sights like the Museum of Art of Sao Paulo and the Ibirapuera Park, home of the Great Marquee, where the Museum of Modern Art is located.

Rooms
All the guest rooms are comfortable and nicely equipped to give a feeling of being home while away from home.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the in-house restaurants that serve a wide choice of delicious cuisine.

General
Business travellers can avail of the facilities provided by the well-appointed business centre. The hotel also offers a convention centre that can accommodate up to 300 people. During leisure, you can workout at the gymnasium and later relax at the swimming pool or sauna.

Location
Situated in Ondina Praia and centrally located, this property is set on a headland and faces the turquoise waves of Ondina Beach. There are regular public transportation available directly outside the hotel to all parts of the city.

Rooms
Guests are offered 24-hour room service and a choice of 283 air-conditioned bedrooms that are modern and well furnished in light colours.

Restaurant
The on site restaurants serve an exotic cuisine including international delicacies in a relaxed ambience. Also, a sushi bar is also available for you to unwind with a fine drink.

General
Bahia Othon Palace features one of the best convention centers in the city. The 11 fully equipped meeting rooms and an exclusive green outdoor covered space are provided for conferences, shows or big parties. For your relaxation, an outdoor pool, overlooking the sea and a nightclub, which is open every evening are available at the premises.

Location
Situated in Paulista Avenue, the Caesar Business Hotel Paulista is few blocks away from the major financial institutions, the MASP Museum, Trianon Park, movie theaters and restaurants.

Rooms
Elegantly furnished, the 380 guestrooms are spacious, gracefully appointed and come with all the contemporary amenities to ensure you a pleasant and comfortable stay in Sao Paulo.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the on-site Amaranto Restaurant that serves delicious cuisine for breakfast, lunch as well as dinner. You can sip your favourite drink as well as relax in the cosy atmosphere of the tastefully designed bar.

General
The hotel offers versatile conference rooms that can accommodate up to 350 people for organising your business meetings, seminars as well as banquets. Health conscious guests can work out at the well-equipped gymnasium or relax at the sauna.

Location
The Caesar Park International Airport is close to Sao Paulo and is only 30 minutes away from the city's financial centre.

Rooms
The hotel boasts 148 rooms and 5 suites that are equipped with all the comforts to make you feel at home.

Restaurant
At the hotel's restaurant you can enjoy the tastes of Italian, buffet styled or a wide variety of cuisines. Each room, each place is planned with care and each dish is made of perfection.

General
Even when the scene is set for business meetings, the Caesar Park's unique touch is felt in its attention to every detail.

Location
Located in the heart of Sao Paulo, Gran Melia Mofarrej Hotel is surrounded by the restaurants and shopping areas. Overlooking the tranquil greens of Trianon Park, this property is close to the local attractions such as the Paulista Avenue, Sao Paulo Art Museum, Teatro Abril as well as the Avenida Brigadeiro Luiz Antonio.

Rooms
Elegantly furnished, the 228 guestrooms are spacious, gracefully appointed and come with all the contemporary amenities to ensure you a pleasant and comfortable stay in Sao Paulo.

Restaurant
Guests can relish delicious international cuisine in an elegant setting of the onsite restaurant. You can sip your favourite drink as well as relax in the cosy atmosphere of the tastefully designed bar.

General
The hotel comprises 8 well-appointed meeting rooms that can accommodate up to 600 people for organising your business as well as social events. After an exhausting day, you can workout in the state-of-the-art gymnasium, have a bracing dip in the swimming pool, pamper yourself at the sauna or relax at the spa.

Location
Conveniently located just 40 minutes from Sao Paulo Guarulhos International Airport, Maksoud Plaza Hotel Sao Paulo is 15 minutes from Sao Paulo Congonhas Domestic Airport. The hotel's garden with tropical plants offers an impressive view of the sculptural ceiling, while the various artworks add to the style of the atmosphere.

Rooms
The hotel has 416 rooms and suites that are elegantly furnished in order to provide all the comforts to its guests.

Restaurant
The hotel's gastronomic centre with four restaurants and four bars, La Cuisine du Soleil features delicacies from the four continents. You can also relax at the cosy lobby or piano bar with a glass of drink.

General
The hotel offers fully equipped rooms for conventions, meetings and banquets. The atrium lobby with a distinguished architectural design provides an unforgettable welcome.

Location
Offering a magnificent ocean front location, this property is 15 minutes drive from the main tourist attractions and about 20 kilometres away from the Salvador da Bahia International Airport.

Rooms
Exceptionally designed, the Pestana Bahia hotel offers spacious accommodation units that are completely equipped with contemporary and luxurious fittings to make your stay comfortable. All the units offer spectacular views of the sea or city for you to enjoy.

Restaurant
After a great day, make your way to the in-house restaurant that dishes out excellent meals for you to relish. You can also elevate your sense at the stylish Oceanico Pool Bar that offers a wide selection of refreshing drinks.

General
This elegant hotel provides comprehensive conference and banqueting facilities suitable for all types of business events from meetings to large seminars and residential conferences. For your comfort and relaxation, this property offers a fitness centre, 2 swimming pools and a sauna.

Location
Situated in front of the most beautiful Itapua Beach, this property is in the district of Stella Mares on Praia Do Catussaba. The hotel is just 3 kilometres from the airport and 20 kilometres from the city centre.

Rooms
This property boasts 256 comfortable accommodation units that are air-conditioned and facilitated with an array of modern amenities. Each unit features a balcony that provides spectacular view of the surrounding.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the onsite restaurant that serves both local Bahia dishes as well as international cuisine. After a tiring day, unwind at the cosy bar with an exotic drink.

General
This property offers well-equipped conference room for organising your business meetings. During leisure, you can workout in the state-of-the-art gymnasium, have a bracing dip in the swimming pool, indulge in the game of tennis or pamper yourself at the sauna.

Location
Situated in Rio Vermelho district, Blue Tree Towers Hotel Salvador is easily accessible from the city's beaches as well as commercial and historical centre. This property is quite close to the famous Pelourinho and Mercado Modelo sites, while the Salvador International Airport is 25 kilometres away.

Rooms
The hotel features 200 spacious accommodation units that are tastefully designed and elegantly decorated. Each unit offers a beautiful view of the sea or garden and come with modern and comfortable amenities.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the onsite restaurant that serves delicious international cuisine. Offering magnificent view of the Bay of Salvador, the cosy bar is an ideal place to relax with a glass of fine drink.

General
This property comprises 2 well-equipped conference rooms, capable to accommodate up to 300 delegates. During leisure, you can workout in the state-of-the-art gymnasium, have a bracing dip in the swimming pool, indulge in the game of tennis or pamper yourself at the sauna.

Location
Situated next to the park of Campo Grande, the Tropical da Bahia Salvador is opposite the Castro Alves Theatre. The hotel is just a 5-minute drive from Farol Da Barra Beach and 10 minutes from the famous Pelourinho District.

Rooms
The hotel boasts spacious guestrooms that are well-refined and equipped with all the modern comforts that will satisfy both business as well as leisure travellers. Most of the rooms offer views over Campo Grande and the theatre.

Restaurant
For your dining pleasure the onsite restaurant serves a variety of appetising international cuisine in a very comfortable and relaxed setting.

General
The well-appointed meeting room is an ideal place for organising your official meetings and seminars. The hotel also provides a well-facilitated business centre to caters to the professional needs of the guests. After a tiring day, you can have a refreshing dip in the swimming pool.

Location
Offering a oceanfront location, this property is located on Barra da Tijuca Beach and provides easy access to most of the important points of the city as well as the local attractions that include Barra Shopping Center, Gavea Golf Club, Leblon Beach, Ipanema Beach and many more.

Rooms
This property offers 292 spacious and tastefully decorated accommodation units that come with an array of modern amenities to provide you the maximum comfort. All rooms offer a private balcony facing the beach.

Restaurant
The on-site Terral Restaurant offers an assorted buffet for breakfast and lunch. Dinner features an a la carte service of Mediterranean cuisine with a Thai touch. With live music, the Lobby Bar is an excellent option for socializing while enjoying drinks and appetizers.

General
With a solid banquet and catering reputation, the hotel offers 11,960 square feet of meeting space, including 2 ballrooms with marvelous garden views and exclusive areas for business meetings, conventions, social events and special parties. Recreational facilities at the hotel include a fitness centre, swimming pool and a spa.

Location
The hotel is located in an oasis of lush tropical vegetation, above a sandy beach, lapped by the azure waters of the Atlantic Ocean and flanked, on the other side, by mountain scenery.

Rooms
Sheraton Towers offers a comprehensive selection of tastefully appointed guestrooms with numerous amenities to ensure that your stay is made more comfortable and enjoyable. All 559 rooms and suites feature private balconies where guests can enjoy spectacular views of the ocean, world famous beaches and mountains.

Restaurant
The restaurants, poolside snack bar and lobby lounge bar offer a wide variety of international and Latin American cuisine. Four restaurants offer a casual or elegant atmosphere, serving traditional Brazilian or international cuisine.

General
With a solid banquet and catering reputation, the hotel offers 15 event rooms, including 5 event rooms with views to the mountains and ocean, with state-of-the-art audio and visual equipment. On-site leisure amenities include a spa and health club, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness centre and many others.

Location
Located near the Rio De Janeiro city, this property is 35 kilometres from the Tom Jobim International Airport and is close to Sugar Loaf Mountain, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches as well as the Botanical gardens.

Rooms
The Inter Continental Hotel consists of 429 air-conditioned guestrooms that are all well-decorated and furnished with modern amenities that redefine the utmost level of comfort. Round the clock room service is also offered at this hotel for your convenience.

Restaurant
Guests can relish breakfast, lunch and Italian dinner that is served at the onsite restaurants. Serving special drinks and famous Caipirinha in a cosy atmosphere, the lobby bar is an ideal place to relax or meet friends.

General
Perfect for hosting any event, the 20 meeting rooms at this hotel are quipped with modern, state-of-the-art technologies and can accommodate up to 2000 delegates. Recreational facilities at the hotel include gymnasium, swimming pool, spa and much more.

Location
The Tropical Tambau Joao Pessoa is located on the Tambau beachfront, one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. The hotel is just 4 kilometres from the city centre and is 7 kilometres from the nearest Centro Convergees Fair Site, while the airport is 23 kilometres away.

Rooms
The hotel has 175 cosy guestrooms that are well furnished and equipped with modern amenities. Attentive room service is also available for your convenience.

Restaurant
You can dine at the onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine.

General
Conference facilities are available for people travelling on business purposes. During leisure, you can simply laze around the swimming pool or play a game of tennis at the tennis court.

Location
Othon Palace Hotel Belo Horizonte is located at the downtown section that has an intense social and business life as well as the greenery and lakes in the Municipal Park, right in front of the hotel.

Rooms
All the guestrooms provided by the hotel are well equipped and offer first class comfort with a marvellous view of the Municipal Park. The hotel also offers 24-hour room service for your convenience.

Restaurant
Guests can savour delicious international cuisine at the onsite Tacho de Ouro Restaurant and later unwind with a fine drink at the cocktail bar.

General
Othon Palace Hotel features a modern convention centre with 11 fully equipped meeting rooms that cater for your conferences, seminars, banquets, cocktail parties and other social gatherings. The recreational facilities include a health centre, swimming pool and sauna.

Location
Facing the famous Copacabana Beach, the Copacabana Palace Hotel is placed only a few minutes from the centre of Rio. The hotel is 8 miles from the Santos Dumont Airport and 20 miles from Rio de Janeiro's international airport.

Rooms
The Copacabana Palace has 225 rooms and suites, all of which are individually designed with fine period furniture and original works of art. Each room offers beautiful views of the sea or Copacabana Avenue for you to enjoy.

Restaurant
With its opulent lounges, bars and restaurants, the Copacabana Palace is a haven of relaxation and good living. Guests can dine at the Cipriani Restaurant that serves Italian dishes, while the Pergula Restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and alfresco dining. You can also relax and enjoy a drink at the Copacabana Piano Bar, which is a sophisticated and casual meeting place.

General
The Copacabana Palace provides the ideal setting for business events of every kind. With 10 private rooms, this hotel is equipped to handle everything from a small company meeting to a major international conference, with a total capacity to accommodate 2000 people. The hotel boasts a magnificent swimming pool and also offers a fitness centre, beauty salon, tennis court and much more.

Location
Located just in front of the Ipanema Beach, the Caesar Park Hotel is situated in the most exclusive district of the Rio De Janeiro City. The hotel also has an easy access to all the places of interest as well as the bars and restaurants and is just 3 kilometres from the city centre.

Rooms
Furnished in a traditional style, the guestrooms are comfortable, pleasant and well-equipped with an array of modern amenities to ensure you a wonderful and relaxing stay in Rio De Janeiro City.

Restaurant
Offering an elegant atmosphere, the onsite Galani Restaurant serves delicious Italian cuisine for you to enjoy and have a wonderful dining experiences. The English Bar is also an ideal place for spending pleasant moments in the company of friends or colleagues as well as for an informal get-together.

General
Guest can make use of the well-facilitated business centre available onsite, for their professional needs. At leisure, you can workout at the gymnasium, have a bracing dip in the swimming pool or enjoy a relaxing treatment at the sauna.

Location
Situated 35 kilometres from the city centre, Costao Do Santinho Florianopolis is 45 kilometres from the airport.

Rooms
Elegantly designed, the spacious guestrooms are gracefully appointed and come with all the contemporary amenities, enabling you to relax and have a blissful sleep after a busy day.

Restaurant
Guests can dine at the onsite restaurant that serves delectable cuisine in a relaxed setting. The cosy bar is an ideal place to unwind with an exotic drink, after a tiring day.

General
This property offers well-appointed conference rooms for organising both business as well as social events. During leisure, you can workout in the state-of-the-art gymnasium, have a bracing dip in the swimming pool, indulge in the game of tennis, pamper yourself at the sauna, relax at the lobby or wander through the beautiful garden.

Location
Located in Ilheus, Cana Brava Resort is in front of beach and 24 kilometres from the airport.

Rooms
The property offers comfortable accommodation units that are tastefully designed and come with an array of modern amenities, ensuring a pleasant stay.

Restaurant
At the onsite restaurant, guests can relish delicious international cuisine in a relaxed setting.

General
This property offers well-equipped conference rooms for people travelling on business matters. The onsite recreational facilities include a state-of-the-art gymnasium, swimming pool, sauna, tennis as well as a games room.