Paraty Paradiso sits on the Estrada de Paraty-Mirim, the road that leaves town toward the quiet fishing village and the beaches of the south, and it is described as lying in the mountains beside a river. That tells you what kind of stay this is. It is a retreat rather than a base for wandering the cobbles, a place where the soundtrack is birds and running water and where the evening plan is a swim, a book and an early night. The pousada has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, free self parking, free Wi-Fi in the rooms and four room types, so couples, small groups and families have some choice. Cats and dogs are allowed for a nightly fee per pet, which makes it useful for travellers who bring animals along the Costa Verde.
Location and getting around
Because the property is out on the Paraty-Mirim road, a car, a taxi or an arranged transfer is part of the plan. The historic center is a short drive away rather than a stroll, and the same road continues to the Paraty-Mirim church and beaches, which makes this a good base for anyone who wants to spend more time on the southern coast than in the old town.
Jeep tours to waterfalls, forest walks along the Gold Trail and boat days among the bay islands are all sold in town, and operators can arrange pick-ups from out-of-town addresses if you ask in advance. Free parking removes one of the headaches that come with the restricted historic center.
What the stay is like
Unhurried and green. Mornings are for the pool and the river, afternoons for a drive to a beach or a waterfall, and evenings for dinner in town followed by a taxi back. Breakfast is not listed as included in the rate, though it can be bought, so ask what is available and at what price.
Air conditioning is not mentioned, so check the room details if heat or humidity matters to you in summer, and bring repellent for the evenings by the river. The small scale means service is personal, and hosts usually know which tide tables, rain forecasts and boat departures matter on a given day.
Who it suits and good to know: couples seeking quiet, nature lovers, travellers with pets and anyone who prefers a rural pousada to a hotel in town. It is less suited to visitors without transport who want to be among the restaurants and churches after dark. Guests who have stayed give it a high score, though the number of reviews is small, so read the most recent comments and confirm facilities with the hosts.
Check-in is in the afternoon with limited late arrival hours, and check-out is in the morning, so tell them in advance if you will arrive after dark on the hill road. Rates are generally friendly, and shoulder seasons offer the best value, but New Year and holiday weekends fill quickly. Check what your rate includes when you book.
Why stay here
- ✓Outdoor pool with sun loungers
- ✓River and mountain setting
- ✓Free self parking
- ✓Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- ✓Four room types
- ✓Pets allowed (fee)
- ✓Sun loungers
- ✓Late check-in hours
Good questions
Is Paraty Paradiso in the historic center?+
No. It is on the road to Paraty-Mirim in the hills, so plan on a car or taxi to reach the cobbled center.
Is parking free?+
Free self parking is available, which is a useful contrast with the restricted historic center.
Is breakfast included?+
It is not part of every rate, though it can be bought. Check when you book.
