Pousada Refúgio Mantiqueira  

In São Bento do Sapucaí, tucked into the Mantiqueira highlands and a short drive from Toldi Falls and Pedra do Baú. This pet-friendly, family-friendly pousada is a base for hikes, waterfalls and slow mountain mornings.

Just six individually decorated guestrooms set in a cozy, boutique vibe. Rooms feature fireplaces, pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, private balconies or patios, and in-room entertainment like satellite and DVD players. Expect simple, homey décor, thoughtful touches and a library for quiet downtime.

Outdoor pool, sauna and a spa center for mellow recovery after trails. On-site restaurant, daily complimentary buffet breakfast, picnic and barbeque areas, children's playrooms and wedding services. Free self-parking and a daily complimentary reception round out the comforts—wake up to fresh mountain mornings.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout the property, express check-in and a 24-hour front desk. Free self-parking available onsite.

A restaurant on the premises and limited-hour room service keep meals easy. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM to fuel your day of exploring.