Beachfront timber house
The property runs like a quiet beach house. Timber walkways and open decks connect the rooms directly to the sand.
What it’s good at
Listed
Private hammock balconies facing Marcelo Bellotto gardens, steps from Praia de Camburi sand.
Listed
L'Occitane en Provence body rituals beside an outdoor pool and integrated steam sauna.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
It’s a modern getaway, smartly designed and eco-friendly, which feels particularly appropriate in a tropical climate suited to indoor-outdoor living.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
On the quiet sands of Praia de Camburi, backed by Atlantic Forest along the São Sebastião coast.
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The rooms
Garden rooms open onto private balconies strung with hammocks. Oceanfront suites look straight out across the surf.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Two swimming pools sit in the beachfront garden. One is heated for soaking, and both look straight out to sea.
The spa
Shea butter massages and sleep therapy take place in garden rooms, or on open-air tables overlooking the surf.
The sauna
A steam sauna sits right against the ambient pool, set behind a cascading wall of water.
At the table
YYE Resto serves fresh coastal seafood on the oceanfront deck. Inside, a timber bar opens toward the garden and pools.
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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.