Hotel Rio Penedo  

Tucked into Penedo in Itatiaia, this compact hotel sits steps from Vale do Paraíba and Casa do Chocolate. It’s a short walk to Pequena Finlândia, Shopping Vale dos Duendes, Casa do Papai Noel and Clube Finlandia. Family-friendly and perfectly placed for sightseeing.

A romantic, small-hotel vibe with 44 air-conditioned rooms. Rooms are warmly decorated and come with flat-screen TVs, minibars and some with DVD players. Private bathrooms, blackout curtains, desks and hair dryers keep stays simple and comfortable.

Outdoor pool, spa tub and sauna invite low-key relaxation. There’s also a fitness center, sun terrace, barbecue area and playrooms for kids. Tour/ticket assistance, a vending machine, free self-parking and complimentary wired and wireless internet round out the perks.

A business center, 24-hour front desk and luggage storage make business or quick check-ins easy. Complimentary wired and wireless internet is available throughout the property.

Grab a drink at the bar/lounge or fuel up with the complimentary buffet breakfast served daily from 8:00 to 10:30 AM. Rooms also include minibars for late-night cravings.