Don’t like Carnival? Discover 14 hotels to escape the revelry and rest

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How about swapping Carnival revelry for waterfall baths, hiking trails surrounded by greenery and diving in the sea? Or take advantage of the holiday to discover new destinations that are far from marchinhas and axé music?

Thinking about who prefers to relax, the following selection brings 14 hotels without Carnival programming in the five regions of Brazil. The list includes destinations such as the Amazon, seaside villages and municipalities in the Mantiqueira Mountains, perfect for slowing down from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and integrating with nature.

ALAGOAS

Pedras do Patacho, Porto das Pedras

This exclusive boutique hotel for people over 14 years old is on the edge of the green sea of ​​the coast of Alagoas and offers experiences such as meals in the sand, meditation and therapies with L’Occitane amenities from the spa. Installed on Patacho beach, between Maceió and Maragogi, the region has attractions such as natural pools and a manatee sanctuary.

Patacho Beach, Porto de Pedras. Five-night package from BRL 16,690 per couple. Phone: (82) 99185-3260; Pedrasdopatacho.com.br

AMAZONS

Mirante do Gavião Amazon Lodge, Novo Airon

An alternative for those looking for an authentic experience in the forest, this hotel in the Amazon offers canoe trips through the igapós, nocturnal alligator spotting and piranha fishing. The restaurant serves fish and other local ingredients, and the bungalows, integrated into nature, were built with materials from the region.

R. Francisco Cardoso, s/nº, Novo Airão. Three-day packages from BRL 20,280 per couple, with full board (drinks not included), daily tours and round-trip transfers from Manaus. Phone: (92) 99503-8634; mirantedogaviao.com.br

BAHIA

Pousada Mangabeiras, Ilha de Boibepa

Sun, sea and peace are the ingredients of Carnival in this Bahian refuge located on top of a hill. It is already possible to perceive the integration with nature upon arrival, when going up to the reception by a glass elevator between the trees. In addition to rest, another attraction of the place is the Bahian cuisine at the restaurant and the attractions of the island of Boipeba, such as diving in the corals, ecological walks and kayaking through the mangroves.

Rua da Praia s/nº, Ilha de Boipeba. Four-night package from R$ 10,000 per couple.
WhatsApp: (75) 99903-6153; pousadamangabeiras.com.br

CEARÁ

Makena Hotel, Icaraizinho de Amontada

Time passes more slowly at this peaceful hotel in the village of Icaraizinho de Amontada, 190 km from Fortaleza and 130 km from Jericoacoara. Only guests aged 12 and over can enter here, and no one needs to look at the clock to know when to walk on the almost untouched beach, bathe in the natural pools and admire the view from the panoramic rooftop, with pool, restaurant and bar. There is only a timetable for doing yoga in the sand, functional exercises
and massages, which can be performed in the suite itself.

R. Joaquim Alves Parente, s/nº, Icaraizinho, Amontada. Five-night packages from BRL 16,950 per couple. WhatsApp: (85) 998124-2202; makenahotel.com.br

MATO GROSSO DO SUL

Promenade Bonito All Suites, Bonito

After spending the day enjoying Bonito, which has attractions such as floating on crystal clear rivers, visits to caves and waterfall baths, you can continue to relax at the hotel. The space has swimming pools and a massage room, and the structure also includes a mini kitchen, dining table and tank. The location is close to the center, with easy access to restaurants. Pets accepted.

R. Dezenove de Novembro, 300, Bonito. Four-night packages from BRL 3,400 per room with two adults and two children up to 12 years old. WhatsApp: (67) 9244-2.346; bonitoallsuites.com.br

PARANÁ

Bourbon Ponta Grossa Convention, Ponta Grossa

Still not popular on the national scene, Ponta Grossa has attractions such as the Vila Velha State Park, with curious rock formations; Mariquinha Waterfall, with a refreshing natural pool; and Buraco do Padre, a rocky cavity with a lake and waterfall. The hotel has a sauna and gym.

R. Jacob Holzmann, 219, Ponta Grossa. Rates from BRL 240 per couple. WhatsApp: (11) 98690-8865; bourbon.com.br

PERNAMBUCO

Nannai Noronha Solar dos Ventos, Fernando de Noronha

The landscape of Baía do Sueste is breathtaking from the bungalow of this boutique inn in Fernando de Noronha, an archipelago famous for its beautiful beaches and excellent diving spots. The inn’s restaurant serves dishes with ingredients harvested directly from its garden.

BR-363 Highway, Vila do Sueste, Fernando de Noronha. Five-night packages from BRL 23,835 per couple. Phone:(81) 3552-0100; nannai.com.br

RIO DE JANEIRO

Rituaali, Penedo

You can balance body and mind at this spa close to the Itatiaia National Park. In it, everything is personalized, respecting the needs of each guest — the menu, which is vegetarian and includes detox juices; rituals, such as immersion baths and thermal contrasts; and physical activities, which include alternatives such as piloxing, mixed pilates, boxing and dancing. The objective is for the guest to return home incorporating healthy habits into their daily lives. A team of doctors, nutritionists, psychologists and physiotherapists supports this task.

R. Harry Bertel, 310, Penedo, Itatiaia. Seven-night packages from BRL 27,880.75 per couple, including full board with vegetarian diet and drinks (except alcoholic); medical, nutritional and psychological consultations; massages and treatments. WhatsApp: (24) 98815-3728; rituaali.com.br

LARGE NORTHERN RIVER

Kilombo Villas, Sibaúma

There are 5 km of practically deserted beach for the enjoyment of guests at this hotel located in the village of Sibaúma, close to the trendy Pipa Beach. Visitors can explore this area by bicycle, horseback, buggy and speedboat, on optional tours organized by Kilombo Villas. If you prefer to relax at the hotel, there is a butler service, spa and restaurant, as well as a wooden pavilion called Folhas Secas, where you can relax with your feet in the sand.

R. das Tartarugas, s/nº, Sibaúma, Tibau do Sul. Five-night packages from BRL 11,000, with breakfast, afternoon tea, welcome drink, butler service and aromatherapy. WhatsApp: (84) 99147-7595; kilombovillas.com

RIO GRANDE DO SUL

Travel Inn Axten Antonio Prado, Antonio Prado

Serra Gaúcha is the setting for this cozy hotel in Antônio Prado, a city marked by Italian immigration —which can be seen in the gastronomy and architecture of the region, with historic buildings, most of them made of wood. There, it is also possible to enjoy wineries and natural attractions such as waterfalls and caves. The hotel has a heated indoor pool, gym, playroom and a restaurant with colonial dishes.

R. do Centro de Eventos, 2, Antônio Prado. Rates from R$ 265.50 per couple. WhatsApp: (11) 93439-4133; travelinn.com.br

SANTA CATARINA

Ponta dos Ganchos Resort, Governador Celso Ramos

The exclusive hotel for adults, located on a peninsula 60 km from Florianópolis, has a special program during Carnival, with a guided walk to Praia de Fora, drinks workshop, beach tennis class and two 20-minute massages at the brand’s spa SisleyParis. Between one activity and another, guests can relax on the beach or in their bungalow.

R. Elpídio Alves do Nascimento, 104, Governador Celso Ramos. Four-night packages from BRL 25,215 per couple, with breakfast and activities, including massages. WhatsApp: (48) 3262-5000, Pontadosganchos.com.br

SAO PAULO

Fasano Boa Vista, Porto Feliz

With a butler to organize your bags and a concierge, it is easier to enjoy the hotel, which has two golf courses, an equestrian center, tennis courts, a small farm, a kids club and a Fasano restaurant. If you prefer, you can simply enjoy the scenery, with 15 lakes, woods, gardens.

Highway Pres. Castello Branco, km 102.5, Porto Feliz. Five-night packages from BRL 28,000 per couple. WhatsApp: (15) 99111-5550; fasano.com.br

Pousada Quatro Estações de Pinhal, Santo Antônio do Pinhal

The inn is nestled in the Mantiqueira mountain range and only accepts guests aged at least 12 years. There, it is possible to relax in the chalet’s whirlpool, which has a retractable sunroof, and try dishes from the restaurant’s seasonal menu, which has some of the ingredients harvested from the property’s garden. The Lageado Waterfall, Pico Agudo and the Eugênio Lefréve Train Station are some of the attractions in the region.

Estrada Alderman Arlindo Inácio Fernandes, 2389, Santo Antônio do Pinhal. Five-night packages from BRL 4,990 per couple. WhatsApp: (12) 99198-0944; pousada4estacoesdepinhal.com.br

Pousada Candeias, Cunha

You don’t even have to leave this inn to take a dip in the waterfall: just take a 1,700-meter trail right there, surrounded by trees such as araucaria and pear trees. The ten chalets have a veranda or deck with a hammock and are surrounded by greenery. Located in Cunha, the guest house is surrounded by attractions such as the trails of Serra do Mar State Park, Cachoeira do Pimenta and lavender fields. The city of Paraty is situated just 35 away.

Campo Alegre road, km 1.1, Cunha. Four-night packages from BRL 3,120 per couple. WhatsApp: (12) 99603-5892; pousadacandeias.com.br

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