Asian-inspired coastal pousada
This beachfront outpost trades typical surf-lodge simplicity for Indian hospitality, where barefoot days end with cocktails and tandoor cooking.
What it’s good at
Notable
Intricate Asian furnishings and antique Buddha statues gathered from across India and Bali.
Notable
Trussardi Egyptian cotton linens and private jacuzzis equip the quiet beachfront accommodations.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
its furniture, fixtures, and copious art objects were all sourced from similarly remote collectors or artisans in Bali, India, and the Middle East.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Praia de Guajiru sits right out front, where low tide exposes calm ocean pools and steady coastal winds draw kitesurfers.
The rooms
Every room has a private jacuzzi and balcony, while standalone bungalows add four-poster beds and enclosed garden courtyards.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
The oceanfront swimming pool sits among palm gardens beside an outdoor wooden soaking tub, and the gym faces leafy courtyards.
The spa
Painted Indian screens and mosaic lamps glow over massage tables dedicated to Rolfing and Shiatsu bodywork.
At the table
The open-air thatched beach bar pours chilled champagne on the lawn and serves fresh seafood petiscos beside coconut palms.
How it began
Founder Sumeet Dhillon gathered hand-carved woodwork and stone figures across Asia before shipping them to Ceara's remote shores in 2013.
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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.