Rosewood Sao Paulo occupies the former Matarazzo maternity hospital in Bela Vista, set in a seven-acre leafy enclave with a vertical garden of more than 250 trees. It is a five-class property with 160 rooms, suites and signature suites, an art library of more than 450 works, murals and carpets by Brazilian artists, and several restaurants and bars, among them Le Jardin, Blaise, Taraz and Rabo di Galo. There is an Asaya spa by Guerlain, a fitness centre, two outdoor pools, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a concierge. Guests rate it at the very top of the city. It is a hotel for couples, special occasions and travellers who want design and calm in a busy metropolis.
Location and getting around
The hotel sits on Rua Itapeva in Bela Vista, a short ride from Avenida Paulista, MASP and the Jardins. Ride-hailing cars are the easiest way to reach the sights, and the hotel can arrange drivers. The surrounding streets are busy and urban, so use a car after dark rather than walking, even for short distances. Ibirapuera Park and the Pinacoteca are each a ride of around twenty to forty minutes, depending on traffic.
The rooms and the facilities
Rooms and suites are large and quiet, with high ceilings and views over the garden or the city, and many guests describe the service as warm and precise. The two outdoor pools and the garden terraces are good for recovering after a day of sightseeing, and the spa offers treatments and a steam room.
Breakfast and meals are charged at the on-site restaurants, so check what your rate includes. The hotel also welcomes pets for a fee and can organise guided visits of the building and its art collection, which are worth asking about on arrival.
What to know
Valet parking carries a daily charge, so a car is not necessary for most visitors. Weekends and holidays book early and prices rise sharply for large events and trade fairs. Ask for a higher floor and a garden view if you prefer quiet. For most travellers this is a destination hotel that you stay in for the experience as much as for the address, so allow time to enjoy it.
Why stay here
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Asaya spa by Guerlain
- ✓Fitness centre
- ✓Three restaurants and two bars
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Concierge
- ✓Art library and gallery
- ✓Pet-friendly rooms for a fee
Good questions
Where is Rosewood Sao Paulo?+
It is on Rua Itapeva in Bela Vista, set in a large garden enclave a short ride from Avenida Paulista and MASP. Ride-hailing cars are the easiest way to get around.
Does the hotel have a pool and a spa?+
Yes, there are two outdoor pools and an Asaya spa by Guerlain, plus a fitness centre and a steam room.
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast is available at the on-site restaurants for a charge, so check what your rate includes before you book.
