Baía do João Pousada  

In the heart of Armação dos Búzios, just a short stroll from Joao Fernandes Beach. This family-friendly, pet-friendly pousada sits near Joao Fernandinho and Azeda beaches and is a quick walk to the Joao Fernandes viewpoint and downtown shops.

A small, eco-certified property with only 9 air-conditioned rooms. Many rooms have private furnished balconies or patios and some offer full direct ocean views and panoramic terraces. Rooms include minibars, LCD TVs, rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries. The pousada also has 24-hour reception, multilingual staff, luggage storage and an on-site dog park with nine activity features plus a dog beach.

Soak in an outdoor pool, book a massage in the wellness room or catch some sun in the solarium. There’s a diving club nearby, an on-site bar, babysitting/childcare (surcharge), laundry and car-rental assistance. Free parking is available, and airport transfers can be arranged for a fee — perfect for waking up to sea-breeze mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet is available in rooms and communal areas, plus a 24-hour front desk to help with transfers and logistics.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 8:00–10:30 AM. There’s a bar on site and limited-hours room service for late arrivals or lazy evenings.