Rio de Janeiro is a city dramatically on the rise after it recently won the 2016 Olympic Games. As construction of new luxury hotels and restaurants takes off, prices are likely to increase dramatically, so now seems like the perfect time to visit. It is generally agreed that one of Rio’s biggest challenges is to move beyond its reputation as a party capital, and the Hotel Santa Teresa is a newcomer to the hotel scene which seems likely to help alter the status of the city.
It is the perfect example of a secluded retreat in the midst of the city where the clubbing scene feels like a different world. The colonial mansion has just reopened after three years of renovation work and, although situated only minutes from the centre of the action, it features luxuriant gardens, spacious rooms and a tranquil spa. The interior has been created by renowned Brazilian designers who have retained the cultural charm of Brazil and have kept the atmosphere homely and personal in each of the 44 rooms.
This authentic hideaway offers a refreshing change from the international hotel chains which dominate the city’s coastline and hopefully marks the beginning of a new wave of luxury boutique establishments.
http://www.santateresahotel.com/
