Paraty

Casa Turquesa Paraty

Name: Casa Turquesa Paraty
Address: Paraty, Brazil
Price range: From US$180 per person, per night

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Casa Turquesa Paraty

About Casa Turquesa Paraty

A colour-coded boutique hotel in a rebuilt 18th-century mansion facing Paraty's port.

Occupying a beautifully rebuilt 18th-century mansion that burned down 30 years ago, Casa Turquesa brings a splash of colour to Paraty's historic centre. Created by architect Renato Tavolaro, each suite is themed around a different hue, from the Turquoise Suite with works by French artist Jacques Rey to the Brown Suite adorned with Margaret Mee's paintings of parakeets and macaws. Owner Tetê Etrusco and her team have cultivated an atmosphere that feels more like staying with a particularly stylish friend than checking into a hotel, and the shoes-off policy (you're given personalised Havaianas when you arrive) sets the tone for an entirely relaxed stay.

Paraty , Brazil

From $180 per person/per night

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9 Rooms

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Property details

The property

This meticulously-restored mansion is on the quieter side of Paraty's historical centre. It's centred around a courtyard where tropical plants frame an azure pool and jacuzzi. Inside, every corner showcases Tavolaro's eye for detail, from the designer furniture by Zanine Caldas and Carlos Mota to the artworks on the 18th-century stone walls, including pieces by two-time Arte Naif Biennial winner Tiacho Baenninger and an original photograph by Thomas Farkas. There's also a bar and wine cellar, and a gazebo tucked into the garden for quiet moments.

The rooms

Suites range from compact to sprawling, and each has its own colour scheme and character. Think canopied beds dressed in 600-thread Egyptian cotton sheets, high-pressure rain showers in bathrooms stocked with Granado products, fluffy bathrobes and handy beach baskets. A favourite is the White Suite, a light and beautiful space that floods with light ornate French doors, while the larger suites include whirlpool baths and separate living areas. Views vary from the bay and its islands to Paraty's famous terracotta rooftops and the dome of Santa Rita Church.

Activities

Casa Turquesa is more a stylish base than activities hub, but its port-side location puts you in the perfect place for boat trips along the Costa Verde. The hotel can arrange boat trips with onboard picnics, scuba diving in turquoise waters, or canoeing through mangroves. Paraty's cobbled streets, craft shops, and countless restaurants are all within wandering distance, as well as watercolour painting workshops and cooking classes. For adventure further afield, there's horseback riding through Atlantic Forest, visits to cachaça distilleries, and explorations in Serra da Bocaina National Park.

Why we love it

This is a place where breakfast has no time restrictions, fresh cake appears every afternoon (with proper Brazilian coffee), and the staff remember your name within five minutes of meeting you.

Insiders Tip

The 'turquoise' cocktail paired with a fresher-than-fresh salmon ceviche at the bar is the perfect way to ease into evening.

Something to think about

The hotel deliberately doesn't serve lunch or dinner to encourage you to explore Paraty's restaurants.

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How to book Casa Turquesa Paraty

How do I book Casa Turquesa Paraty?

Casa Turquesa Paraty can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made Brazil trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended Brazil trips featuring Casa Turquesa Paraty or get advice and suggestions from one of our Brazil specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.

How much does it cost to stay at Casa Turquesa Paraty?

Stays at Casa Turquesa Paraty start from around $180 per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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A time-worn jewel along the Costa Verde with all the attributes of a postcard, and plenty to do too.