Hotel Solar do Arco  

In the heart of Cabo Frio, steps from the Itajuru Canal and São Benedito Church. This colonial 4-star small romantic hotel sits about 0.4 mi from Japanese Island and within easy walking distance of Brava Beach, Forte Beach and nearby museums.

The vibe is intimate and colonial with a terrace and garden for slow afternoons. About two dozen individually decorated rooms offer minibars, LCD TVs, air conditioning, safes, blackout drapes and private bathrooms stocked with designer toiletries.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool and order at the poolside bar or unwind at the bar/lounge. The hotel also has a restaurant, picnic area, library, spa options including massage and sauna, and access to a local diving club. Free self-parking is available and a roundtrip airport shuttle can be arranged for a surcharge.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property and an on-site business center with a conference hall support meetings. A 24-hour front desk and multilingual concierge keep things running smoothly.

A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30–10:30. The hotel’s restaurant and bar serve meals and cocktails, and room service is available (hours may vary).