Pousada Picinguaba is a luxury boutique hotel, set amidst the charms of nature. A stunning hideaway and with views over the peaceful bay at the heart of Serra do Mar national park, Pousada Picinguaba is the perfect retreat and a haven of seclusion. The local road stops at the beach, and guests walk the last 250 metres to the hote, nestled in the forest. l. You enter a different world at this boutique hotel, where the only sounds are the wind in the palm trees and the sea gently lapping the shore.

The facilities

The restaurant offers lunch and dinner, with a menu which features delicious local specialties and also a fabulous sea view. Most of the produce is drawn from the surrounding area, from fish to fruits.

At this boutique hotel the large spring-water swimming pool is set in a tropical garden, designed by a São Paulo garden architect. There are hammocks in which you can relax under the trees and plenty of sunbathing spots by the pool. You might be tempted by a relaxing massage after a day of exploring the sea or jungle.

The rooms

There are ten simple and comfortable rooms at this boutique hotel, all of which open onto the sea and natural surroundings. Each room has a private balcony with a hammock. There is a breathtaking honeymoon suite, with a large balcony, en-suite Jacuzzi and divine view over the sea.

The rooms of this boutique hotel are subtlety decorated in a minimalist style with a few orchids and fresh water on the table. Simplistically beautiful with a focus on nature, the rooms are styled and designed with the intent to give guests a focus on nature and slow down the pace of life. With no TVs, telephones or internet, this boutique hotel is the perfect oasis to unplug and unwind.