6 Luxury family resorts that celebrate the best of Brazil
Carnival. Copacabana. Caipirinhas. Samba. Soccer. What’s not to love about Brazil? Turns out, Brazil does luxury pretty well, too.
Here are my picks for the best luxury family resorts and hotels in Brazil.
1. Belmond Hotel das Cataratas
Perfectly positioned inside Iguaçu National Park, Belmond Hotel das Cataratas is a five-star luxury resort with breathtaking views of the Iquaçu Falls, one the wonders of the natural world. Guests of the hotel have exclusive early morning and early evening falls access without the crowds. After a day of sightseeing, you can return to an enormous swimming pool, children’s wading pool, and tennis courts, all surrounded by a lush, manicured garden. Service here is impeccable. Click here for a full review.
2. Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge, located on the Rio Negro in the heart of the Brazilian Amazon, organizes daily, guided family adventures. You can see pink porpoises or even fish for piranhas! Opt to arrive by seaplane to enjoy views of the archipelago. While the bungalows are comfortably appointed, your kids will likely choose the hammocks, overlooking the rainforest.
3. Salinas do Maragogi All-Inclusive Resort
Situated along the Coral Coast, Salinas do Maragogi All-Inclusive Resort leaves families wanting for nothing. At low tide, swim in the natural pools with colorful fish. Or try wakeboarding, paddle boarding, windsurfing or kayaking along the lush mangroves. The fun doesn’t stop on land where you’ll find a climbing wall, tree climbing circuit, tennis, archery, and target shooting. Kids 12 and under stay free.
4. Iberostar Bahia
The all-inclusive Iberostar Bahia is located on a turtle nesting beach in Praia do Forte, where you may spot humpback whales in the distance. The resort boasts six pools (two specially-designed for kids) with a swim-up ice cream bar, plus golf and tennis. Children can enjoy the kids’ club, while parents take a samba class. Babysitting services are available.
5. Belmond Copacabana Palace
Overlooking iconic Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro, the Belmond Copacabana Palace offers unrivaled personal attention, even for the littlest guests. Relax in the stunning pool or slip away to the tranquil Palace Spa. The five-star service extends to the sand where the hotel’s beach boys rush to provide loungers, umbrellas, and fresh fruit. Babysitting is available.
KidTripster Tip: While the ocean water may look tempting, do not swim in it! Rio has a real issue with raw sewage and trash in the bay. Use the pool!
6. Miramar Hotel by Windsor
Your kids will delight in the rooftop infinity pool at Miramar Hotel by Windsor, while you savor breathtaking views of Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach. Or enjoy the beach from your lounger. Miramar offers a scrumptious breakfast to satisfy the pickiest eaters. And no one complains when decadent chocolates arrive on pillows each night.
KidTripster Tip: While the ocean water may look tempting, do not swim in it! Rio has a real issue with raw sewage and trash in the bay. Use the pool!
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