Preserved history of Brazil: long-standing and ancient hotels

Hotel Colonial in Ouro Preto (the city's name literally translates as "Black Gold") has almost a half-century history. It is located in the heart of the city, pretty close to major attractions. The hotel building is a beautiful 18th-century mansion, and its baroque interior invites you to travel back to the past of Brazil. Polite staff, 18 excellent rooms, design’s comfort, beauty and coziness make staying in this historic hotel unforgettable. Pousada do Sandi, a hotel in the historic center of Paraty, has been providing services for 20 years. This is the first top-class hotel in town. It features an outdoor swimming pool and a bar, it is allowed to stay with pets. The hotel is known for huge beds, a Turkish bath, family rooms, buffet service, and delicious coffee. Here you can work out and then relax in a spa area or a jacuzzi. There is also a place for special occasions like weddings. A unique style of the beautiful colonial-style building reflects a mixture of cultures and times. The hotel's interior is unique: classic movie posters, personal things that belonged to Alfred Hitchcock himself and other prominent figures, paintings by local artists - all these are in a colorful tropical decor.

Casa Amarelo, Rio de Janeiro Savvy travelers keen on the culture of the past will enjoy their vacation at Casa Amarelo . This hotel is open in an old mansion constructed in 1904. Even more than a hundred years after the opening, the building has kept its original historic charm. Classic décor of guest rooms looks particularly stunning with unusual wooden ceiling and artworks by local craftsmen, antique furniture and massive chandeliers in the colonial style. Besides vintage décor, the hotel has one more advantage, a gorgeous garden. The garden is home for singing birds and tiny monkeys, an acquaintance with which will leave many warm memories.

Villa Almirante, Rio de Janeiro Villa Almirante is one more place with an inimitable historical charm. The beautiful hotel is open in a gorgeous villa in the colonial style. Fantastic beds with high hand carved headboards, colorful handmade carpets, landscape paintings and interesting antique decorations help to create a truly one-of-a-kind setting. Besides charming guest rooms, there are several picturesque lounges at the hotel. Their décor is no less amazing and features massive crystal chandeliers and intricate patterns on the walls. The villa is surrounded by a lush garden that has a big swimming pool and many lovely areas perfect for relaxation.
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Castelo Valentim, Rio de Janeiro Guests of Rio de Janeiro will have an opportunity to spend several days in a real old castle if they decide to stop at the truly unique Castelo Valentim . The magnificent castle with high turrets is located on the top of a hill. Inside, there are only two guest rooms. The castle is a stunning place with the atmosphere of the past, a rich collection of antique furniture, numerous old still life paintings, and artworks in the national style. Balconies of the fantastic hotel offer breathtaking views of the surroundings and the lush garden that surrounds the building.

Sonho do Papagaio, Rio de Janeiro Do you want to spend several days in a magnificent atmosphere of the colonial period? If so, consider booking a room at Sonho do Papagaio . This magnificent hotel is open in a colonial period mansion with a pale pink façade that is decorated with skillful brick lining. The design of the hotel is in line with traditions of the long gone epoch. High and narrow windows with colorful stained glass windows, massive wooden cabinets on carved legs, premium sofas and armchairs with velvet upholstery, high beds with sheer canopies in guest rooms – every detail of the design is in its right place. Some guest rooms have a beautiful balcony with a hammock and comfortable furniture.