From the guest book
"A delightful and very rare location. Thanks to all for a wonderful, relaxing stay. A bientôt (we hope)."
Tim and Debi Wren-London - England (Original Travel clients), April 2011
"This was our first stop on our trip around Brazil and Argentina and what a way to start! We are wonderfully rested and relaxed and ready for the rest of our holiday. Thank you so much to the amazing staff and for the gorgeous food, we have enjoyed ervey bite! Lots of love."
Karem and Dave Sedgwick - Manchester England, April 2011
"Our first trip to Brazil couldn't have been more spectacular. This is a beautiful place with incredible food and amazing staff."
Chris and Anna Wilson-Edinburgh - Scotland, April 2011
"Grand Merci pour ce petit paradis. It was a wonderful experience to stay here. The view, the food,the smiles. Obrigado."
Jean – France, April 2011
"Authentic. Sensuous. Ideal. Silent."
Simon - France, April 2011
"If this is not heaven, what is it? Merci infiniment pour ces trois jours magnifiques et ce lieu où la nature est reine."
Josephine et Tanguy - Paris, France, April 2011
"What a wonderful place! I didn't know that paradise was in Picinguaba... But now I know and will come back. Thank you to all the staff, efficient and nice."
Gerard and Marie Christine - Canada and France, July 2010
"Thank you to all the very special staff who made this holiday extremelly precious + memorable. We have never stayed anywhere so unique in so many ways and if time permits would love to visit again. Keep smiling !"
Purav + Tej, Leeds - Uk, July 2010
"By travelling a lot we almost found paradise...continue to look for it, perhaps but not sure get once again so closed to it."
Doris and Andrea, Italy, July 2010
"We have visited so many places but this is definitely one of the best. Although we are a long way from home we have felt very much "at home" here. We would like to return someday. Our thanks to all staff for looking after us so well."
Colin and Liz Purdey, Bishops Startford - England, July 2010
"The most perfect hotel imaginable and the closest thing to paradise we have ever seen."
Catherine and Raoult, London, May 2010
"Thank you to all the wonderful, hospitable staff. This has been the last destination of Honeymoon and we have definitely saved the best until last! We will always have happy memories of this exquisite place."
Mrs. Shelton, UK, May 2010
"What a wonderful place – beautiful scenery in the protected park. The staff here is very helpful and friendly. The food was amazing, fresh and tasty. Thanks for making our stay here so nice. Take care and hope to see you soon."
Heather and Ian, February 2010
"Thank you for a fabulous stay we had with you. The memories will stay with us forever. Our first week as Mr. and Mrs. You made our honeymoon so lovely and we loved spending Christmas with you and meeting our French friends. We hope to come back one day."
Antony, December 2009
"We had such a wonderful time here, pure bliss and plenty of relaxation in your gorgeous hotel. Heaven on earth!"
Ross and David, November 2009
"Great place, great people, great views, great trip!
What more can we say?"
Helen, London, September 2009
"What a beautiful Place. We were enchanted in every way."
Erin and Kyle, June 2009
"Thank you so much for such a magical and fun experience! Picinguaba is a gorgeous hotel. The food is excellent, the staff is very friendly and the entire atmosphere is relaxed and special. We can't bear to leave such an amazing place, but don't worry we will definitely be back! This must be one of our most enjoyable holidays ever! The pool is great, the other guests are lovely and friendly, we can't think of a single complaint! This hotel is pure perfection. Lots of love.
PS- Did we mention the fantastic food? Special compliment to the chef who makes the pastries and puddings – and the pain au chocolat in the morning! Delicious!!"
The Witherow family, January 2009
"Thank you so much for everything and for the fantastic time here. This place is truly magical and full of surprises. It is great to know that there are still places like this on earth. We really enjoyed it here and again, thanks as well for the great service. You are all fantastic.
Magical. A paradise to protect! Everyone is so welcoming... Thank you."
Gal and Charles, January 2009
"We have had a fantastic end to a very hectic honeymoon. Picinguaba is a gorgeous hotel, very welcoming and intimate. We have enjoyed chatting to you all. Great trips on the schooner and kayaks. Fantastic restaurant.
Many thanks!"
Kate and Neil, London, October 2008
"What a fantastic place! The surroundings are beautiful, the hotel is gorgeous and the decoration perfect. The food is delicious and the caipirinhas are addictive! All the staff has been so friendly and helpful. Thank you so much."
Nicole and Phil, August 2008
"What a magnificent treasure Pousada Picinguaba is... We have loved waking up to the magical view, reading by the pool and feasting on the delicious food. The team here has shown us such kindness and hospitality. It has been a very special part of our honeymoon. Sincere thanks."
Nancy and Paul, Sydney, March 2008
"A family of six, had a most wonderful time, staff has been brilliant and the service provided was excellent. We are all sorry to be leaving today. We will be back!"
Family Lewis, England, March 2008
"Thank you all for a fabulous time, so relaxing and peaceful, and made even more special by your attentive staff. A home away from home..."
Barry and Cath, Belfast, January 2008
"Thank you so much for a wonderful stay, we have enjoyed every moment! You have created a magical place with a very special vibe and your staff is so friendly and welcoming. We have appreciated the magic of Brazil and relaxed into a state of perfect bliss. We will never forget our stay - it has been the perfect honeymoon. We leave for London knowing that we will return one day! Thank you, see you in the future."
Graham and Vicky, August 2007
"This place is blessed! May many new visitors enjoy the authenticity, excitement of this town, Pousada and people."
Clark, April 2007
"Thank you for the amazing days, the views, the beaches, the village, the food, but most of all the people who made it a very memorable stay. I can't imagine we'll ever have a better New Years celebration, nor a more memorable and fun one! Thank you for your warm and generous hospitality."
Mark and Caroline, England, October 2006
"Fantastic and exciting stay! We had such a wonderful time both here and at Fazenda Santa Helena! The two highs of the holiday have to be the breakfast table at the Fazenda and the sun set with the canoes at Praia da Fazenda! Last but not least, the horse ride in the forest! See you back here soon!"
Matteo, Italia, May 2006
"Picinguaba... what a slice of Paradise. I have to keep pinching myself to remind myself that it is real! Fabulous waterfalls... morning runs barefoot along Praia da Fazenda... I will certainly miss the view from the bedroom and the wonderful hammock. Beautiful colors, beautiful people and beautiful country... I'll definitely be back!"
Nike, London, January 2006
"We came to Brazil and discovered how little we missed email, phone, stress, internet… and how much we relished silence, sleep, great food, amazing people, and isolation!” . . . “It is truly a place for ‘grown-up backpackers' - off the beaten track, relaxed and beautiful. Amazing views, fantastic staff, relaxing hammocks, great wine, delicious food.” . . . "Thanks so much for such a fantastic time."
Alex and Steve, London, UK, April 2005
"Thank you. We have never been to such an oasis of warmth and relaxed luxury. The past week has been fabulous, we've met special people, eaten the most delicious fresh food (...) It's been incredibly special and unforgettable."
Charlotte and Sarah, London, UK, March 2005
"We had such a wonderful time here, pure bliss and plenty of relaxation in your gorgeous hotel. Heaven on earth! We were looked after so well by on your staff. Thank you so much."
Rose and David, UK, November 2004
"Thank you so much. We have had a gorgeous time - it felt like staying with friends. We loved the hikes with Nando to the waterfall and the islands and boat with El Capitan. Most of all we loved the caipirinhas that we now know how to make. Thank you!"
Sally, Iain, Flora, Mille and Paterson, UK, February 2004
"We have all enjoyed our great stay here at this wonderful place. The amount of things that you can do is endless. The excursions were great. It is a very peaceful place that is easily enjoyed and made better by all the kind, friendly and fun staff. This is a truly magical place and I am looking forward to returning soon."
Tom, Kate and Andrew, UK, December 2003
"We have had a delightful stay. We only wish it had been a little longer. Thanks to everyone for looking after us so well."
Tony and Talara, England, July 2003
"A perfect hideaway to relax. My kids had a lot of fun, the food was excellent, the beach fantastic and the service absolutely great.
Hope to come back!"
Laura, New York, March 2003
"I would have never imagined that Paradise was in Brazil… but I was wrong! Pousada Picinguaba… Paradise is a place where everything looks magic thanks to a peculiar energy that is surrounding such a wonderful place. The incredible nature that is around you makes you look at things through a different perspective and with new colors. The super-tasty food and drinks makes every single meal a unique experience. But on top of all this, friends that we met here and with which we had the pleasure to share such unbelievable experiences seem as close as our oldest ones! Thank you! Al presto!"
Alberto, Milano, February 2003