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In the Itaipava/Moura Brasil area of Petrópolis, about 8 km from the city center. A short drive puts you at Itaipava Market and Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava, with Vale do Paraíba practically next door. Other nearby draws listed include AquaRio, Museu do Amanhã and the National Fine Arts Museum.

An easygoing, family-friendly retreat with 52 guestrooms featuring minibars, LED TVs and in-room safes. Bathrooms come with showers, complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. The hotel has elevator access, multilingual staff and kid playrooms, plus communal touches like a chapel, laundry and ironing services.

Dip in indoor and outdoor pools, work out in the fitness center or challenge someone on the outdoor tennis court. Spa-style perks include a massage room, sauna and steam bath. Extra fun comes from ping-pong, an arcade/game room, picnic and barbecue areas, a banquet hall and free self parking.

A business center and a 24-hour front desk handle practical needs. Free self parking makes arrivals and departures simple.

An on-site restaurant and a bar/lounge serve meals and drinks. A coffee shop/cafe offers snacks, and a complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Limited room service is available for late relax-and-eat moments.