Pousada Recanto da Praia  

On Brazil’s northeast coast in São Miguel do Gostoso — a compact beach town with winds and laid-back charm. The property sits centrally, about a 5-minute walk to Xepa Beach and 10 minutes to Praia do Cardeiro, with Praia do Maceió and Santo Cristo Point close by. A beachfront guest house and chalets right where the action meets the sand.

A small, family-friendly beach inn with both 10 individually decorated guestrooms and roughly 15 chalets set in a natural garden. Chalets offer private bathrooms, balconies with hammocks and sea views; rooms come with minibars, Smart TVs and air conditioning. Décor is simple and breezy, daily maid service is provided, and some rooms feature partially open bathrooms and in-room massage options.

Blue-sky outdoor pools for adults and children, an on-site spa and massage rooms, plus a solarium to soak up the sun. Watersports and activities include a diving club, kite and windsurfing classes, buggy rides and horseback treks; tour/ticket assistance is on hand to book excursions. Library, daily complimentary reception, microwave in a common area and free guarded parking keep things easy. Expect sea-breeze mornings and pool-view lounging.

Complimentary Wi-Fi across the property and a 24-hour front desk. Tour desk and on-site staff can help arrange transfers and activities.

Restaurante — a beachfront restaurant with a bar/lounge and pool views — plus a coffee shop/cafe on site. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM, with continental and Brazilian homemade options served on a terrace overlooking the beach.