Casanova Residence  

Tucked on Ilha da Gigoia in Rio de Janeiro’s Barra da Tijuca, this artsy guest house sits on a quiet island just off the city. Praia da Barra is about a 10-minute drive; Ipanema is roughly 7.9 miles away and Copacabana about 10 miles. Nearby points of interest include Ilha da Gigoia, Tijuca Lake and Pepe Beach.

An intimate, artsy pousada with five air-conditioned rooms. Rooms come with a refrigerator and microwave, and bathrooms feature showers. Expect a calm, creative vibe with a library, yoga area and a solarium that invite slow, neighborhood hangs.

Splash in an outdoor pool or lounge on the terrace and in the garden. There’s a bar/lounge, picnic and barbecue areas, plus a communal kitchen for self-catering. Tour assistance, laundry service and express check-in/check-out keep things effortless.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected.

Grab a drink at the on-site bar/lounge or prepare meals in the shared kitchen. Picnic and barbecue spots make casual outdoor dining easy.