Praia Grande Paraty, Brazil
Renovated
2021
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Wellness LocalOutside the door
Hillside coastal pousada
This eight-room guesthouse centers on an honesty bar and an infinity pool looking across the island-dotted bay.
What it’s good at
Listed
Elevated hillside perches overlook Praia Grande fishing village and island-dotted coastal waters.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Casa Mar, thankfully, is elevated above a fishing village a few minutes’ drive up the coast from Paraty proper — in its case Casa Mar refers not to the ocean’s waters
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Praia Grande's beach sits directly down the hill, and the colonial cobblestones of central Paraty are a short drive away.
The rooms
Crisp white interiors keep the focus outdoors, and private balconies look across the bay or gardens.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Bromeliads and palm trees border the infinity pool, set beside a timber-covered patio facing the water.
The spa
At the table
Lanterns light the open-air honesty bar at dusk, and breakfast is cooked to order on the terrace.
Paraty
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.