Built in 1850 and renovated in 2008, this charming building is one of the few hotels in Rio de Janeiro that is a listed building under government protection. The air-conditioned hotel features a tropical design and is surrounded by courtyards, gardens and terraces. It offers 44 personalised rooms and a lobby with 24-hour reception and check-out service, as well as a restaurant, pub, hairdressing salon and bicycle hire. Additional features include conference facilities, bar, café, cloakroom, currency exchange and safe. Room and laundry services are provided for guests' convenience, and those arriving by car can leave their vehicle in the car park or garage. The WLAN Internet access ensures that guests can always stay in touch.
The hotel is located in Santa Teresa, the only picturesque and artistic quarter of Rio, with various old mansions from the 18th and 19th century, museums of art and history, plastic artists and painters' ateliers. With easy access to the main tourist attractions. 3 kms to city centre 5 kms to the airport (rio de janeiro- santos dumont) 15 kms to the airport (rio de janeiro) 10 minute walk to the nearest metro station (gloria) 5 km to the nearest fair site (sul america convention center) 6 km to the nearest beach