Hotel Santa Teresa
Avantgarde Luxury Hotel, Boutique Hotel in Rio de Janeiro > Brazil
Hotel Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro
After three years of restoration and repair, Hotel Santa Teresa , formerly the Guimaraes Fazenda, reopens its doors, in the heart of the historical and cultural Rio de Janeiro.
Hotel Santa Teresa has now been included in the prestigious Condé Nast Traveler Hot List Hotels 2009.
A very refined " tropical design", inspired by Brazil colonial, african and indigenian roots, arts and cultures. Natural materials, tropical woods like Canela, Imbuia, Peroba, Ypês, burnt ciments on the floors, line painted walls, golden and dark natural slates, coconut, banana or bacaba fibers, have been used in the design project to offer a unique travel into the brazilian soul from a contemporary sight. On each individual or social space of the hotel Santa Teresa, furniture and art have been created for the hotel by Brazilian artists and designers such as Sérgio Rodriguez, Rock Lane, Carassas, Oficina de Agosto, or even Zemog.
Hotel Santa Teresa has 40 personalized spacious rooms and suites, between 30 and 120 square meters, most with balconies and panoramic views over the Rio de Janeiro Bay, the Teresopolis Mountains and the Christ Redeemer.
On the patios and gardens, palm trees and century old Mangos, in the middle of scented jasmines, are visited daily by toucans, parrots and monkeys. Sun bathed all day long, the green slate swimming pool of Hotel Santa Teresa, just beside the Jacuzzi, is an ideal spot to enjoy the great views of the Rio de Janeiro Bay.
In a sophisticated natural and zen environment, decorated with natural fibers, woods and fabrics, Le Spa by Natura was specially created for the relaxation of its customers, offering treatments from amazonian seeds, flowers and roots to balance the body, soul and mind.
The Térèze Restaurant is the newest gastronomic venue of the city of Rio de Janeiro. A restaurant offering flavors from a "cuisine du monde", headed by the Executive Chef Damien Montecer, responsible for the most renowned restaurants in Rio de Janeiro and a vast worldwide experience. The Lounge Bar dos Descasados is an ideal place for drinks with friends, for romantic couples and for all that toast to life.
In a sophisticated environment, decorated with natural materials such as coconut fibers and reforestation woods, LE SPA, was specially created for the relaxation of its customers offering treatments to balance the body, soul and energy. The organic architecture and design pieces from Studio Vitty offers to its visitors a mix o peace and harmony. LE SPA, in partnership with the eco-Amazonian brand NATURA, has developed an exclusive line of natural treatments and therapeutic massages. With four massage rooms, a steam sauna with two ambient and a large area of relaxation.
Location:
Hotel Santa Teresa is located in Santa Teresa, one of the most picturesque quarters of Rio de Janeiro, with many old mansions from the 19th and 20th century, art and history museums, art and painting shops. A privileged view over the Guanabara Bay, has as its center the Guimaraes Square. With a simple access to all of Rio de Janeiro's attractions, such as the statue of Cristo Redentor Corcovado – Christ The Redeemer - (5 km), the Pan de Azucar – the Sugar Loaf - (9 km), Copacabana and Ipanema Beach (20 min drive). - View Location Map.
General Information:
| Category: | Avantgarde Luxury [learn more] |
| Address: | Rua Almirante Alexandrino, 660, 2024126 Santa Teresa, Brazil, Rio de Janeiro [view map] |
| Type: | Boutique Hotel |
| Best Rate: | 450 USD [View Calendar] |
| Total Rooms: | 44 |
| Languages Spoken by Staff: | English, French, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Credit Cards Accepted: | MASTERCARD, VISA, AMEX, DINERS |
Highlights
Business, Chic, Chic, Copacabana Beach, Design, Guanabara Bay, Hip, Inspiring, Ipanema Beach, Minimalist
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Rio de Janeiro - A Maravilhosa - has undoubtedly the most breath-taking setting for any city in the World. The rounded massive rocks that shoot up towards the sky, the coast-line teeming with coves, the beaches and lagoons. A large city located within a paradise resort. Try the 50 varieties of exotic fruit juices, Churrasco steak and plenty of Samba. The Cariocas love their city, and so do their visitors. Ipanema and Leblon at the South end of Ipanema is the most prestigious and classy part of the beach. The best people watching, the finest restaurants and shops are here. The Santa Teresa hill, in the cultural heart of the city, between the Christ Redeemer and Lapa, offers a bucolic and picturesque view of the historical Rio de Janeiro. The preserved colonial and art deco architectures, the paved streets with the old popular yellow tram, the many samba bars and gastronomic restaurants create a unique chic and authentic atmosphere in the heart of the city. At no more than 15 minutes from the nicest beach of Rio.