Pousada Chácara Aracê  

Tucked into the Araras neighborhood of Petrópolis, this guest house sits in the mountains yet is an easy drive to local valleys. You’re within a 15-minute drive of Vale do Paraíba and Vale das Videiras, about 11 km from Petrópolis center, roughly 26 km (16.2 mi) from Crystal Palace and 13.5 km (8.4 mi) from Itaipava Market. A family-friendly pousada/bed & breakfast with a relaxed, local vibe.

Small and personal — just 4 individually decorated guestrooms with minibars, LED TVs, satellite channels and DVD players. Pillowtop beds with premium bedding, private bathrooms stocked with toiletries and hair dryers. The lobby’s fireplace and outdoor seating add to the cozy, getaway feel. Wedding services are available for on-site celebrations.

Take a dip in the outdoor pool, sweat it out in the sauna or unwind at the spa center. There’s a restaurant, coffee shop and a bar/lounge on site, plus sun umbrellas and outdoor furniture for lazy afternoons. Complimentary wireless internet, luggage storage, coffee/tea in the common area and free self parking round out the essentials. Wake up to crisp mountain-air mornings and a calm, intimate setting.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property and luggage storage available for convenience.

On-site restaurant serves meals and the café offers snacks and coffee to-go. Bar/lounge available for drinks and casual evenings.