Le Relais de Marambaia  

On Rio de Janeiro’s rugged southwest coast in Barra de Guaratiba, this 4-star boutique beach hotel sits steps from Barra de Guaratiba Beach. A romantic small hotel with just seven rooms, it’s minutes from the Roberto Burle Marx estate and close to Prainha and Grumari beaches. Easy access to Tijuca National Park and the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden makes it a great base for nature and beach escapes.

Seven individually decorated guestrooms with private balconies, minibars, air conditioning and flat-screen/LCD TVs. Bathrooms vary from rainfall showers to deep soaking tubs and some feature partially open layouts. The property keeps things intimate and relaxed, with local touches, a small library and multilingual staff to help plan your days.

Full-service spa offering massages, body treatments and facials, plus a sauna, steam bath and solarium. Outdoor pool with poolside bar, a bar/lounge and concierge services. Complimentary breakfast is served daily, and guests can arrange tours or airport transfers; on-site parking is available.

24-hour front desk, concierge and wedding services. Complimentary Wi‑Fi in public areas and guest rooms, plus limited room service and assistance with transfers and local excursions.

On-site restaurant, a coffee shop/café and a poolside bar keep things simple and local. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily (typically 8–10 AM), and room service is available during limited hours.