New hotels in Brazil that promise to delight this year and the years to come

Brazil is experiencing a unique moment in the hotel industry, with a new generation of establishments that transform stays into unique, sensory experiences. From pristine beaches to historic, serene cities, these hotels and resorts not only provide accommodations, but also invite guests to slow down, contemplate, and connect with the place, the culture, and the experience of being present.

Every detail, from design to gastronomy, from wellness to integration with nature, has been designed to create memorable moments, where comfort and attention combine with local authenticity. In this context, new properties are emerging in different regions of the country, offering sophisticated, private, and off-the-beaten-path experiences that promise to redefine the way we travel in Brazil. Discover some of them:

Emiliano Praia Brava

In Santa Catarina, the Emiliano will be integrated into a residential complex in Itajaí, offering 47 suites, two restaurants, including one on the terrace with a pool, and services that emphasize attention to detail and well-being. The project, designed by Norman Foster, emphasizes integration with the landscape, providing spaces for relaxation and contemplation.

The signature cuisine and carefully designed spaces promote unique experiences, connecting guests to the sea, nature, and the atmosphere of the Santa Catarina coast. Every detail of the service and design seeks to create memorable experiences, combining tranquility, comfort, and integration with the surroundings. The opening is scheduled for late 2028 or early 2029.

Anantara Preá Ceará Resort

On Preá Beach in Cruz, a discreet address promises to immerse you in the essence of Ceará. Integrated into the upscale Vila Carnaúba condominium, the Anantara Preá Ceará Resort is scheduled to open in 2026, bringing its brand of refinement to the Ceará coast. The project spans 52,000 m² and will feature approximately 60 rooms, 30 residences, and a presidential suite, all carefully designed to preserve nature and views, creating an atmosphere of sophisticated comfort and local authenticity. The estimated investment is R$160 million, reflecting a project that integrates refinement and sustainability.

The proposal includes a regional restaurant, a bar, a spa with wellness treatments, exclusive pools, and a gym, as well as outdoor experiences that reinforce the subtle rhythm of contemplation and exclusivity. The architecture and concept emphasize Ceará's identity, ensuring an authentic and sophisticated experience in one of the most sought-after destinations in the Northeast, combining gastronomy, well-being, and connection with the natural surroundings.

Sofitel Ipanema

On the beachfront, overlooking Dois Irmãos Hill, Arpoador, and Leblon. The hotel offers the 23 Ocean Lounge restaurant, a spa, a rooftop pool, and a gym, allowing guests to admire the city's iconic landscapes.

Each space was designed to combine comfort, gastronomy, and connection with the urban and natural surroundings. Personalized service and carefully planned environments make every stay a unique and memorable beachfront experience. The hotel is scheduled to open in the second half of 2026.

Faena São Paulo

In the heart of Pinheiros, Faena São Paulo emerges as an icon of new urban hospitality. More than just an address, the project integrates a hotel, residential complex, and art center in perfect harmony, creating a space where design, culture, and lifestyle converge. Between rooftops, galleries, and lounges, every detail was designed to offer experiences that can only be fully experienced by those who are present.

Designed by renowned architects such as Gui Mattos, who creates apartments that combine sophistication and authenticity, the project translates São Paulo's cosmopolitan essence into a unique experience. Scheduled to open in late 2028, Faena promises to transform the way the city connects with art, well-being, and contemporary life.

Mana Hotel

A haven of lightness and essence, where every detail conveys intention and harmony between space and emotions. Located between dunes, lagoons, and the Cumbuco Sea in Ceará, Guilherme Torres' design integrates contemporary architecture and nature, creating welcoming environments that invite contemplation.

The restaurant emphasizes local ingredients with contemporary interpretations, while the rooftop bar transforms the sunset into a unique experience. Mana Spa awakens the senses with the scents, textures, and sounds of nature, and also features a kids' area and gym inspired by the surrounding landscape. Each experience is designed to balance body, mind, and spirit, providing profound and memorable experiences. The property is soft-opening in 2025, offering a unique experience in the region.

Nannai Milagres 

On Marceneiro Beach in Alagoas, it occupies 21,000 square meters of beachfront space and offers 26 accommodations including bungalows, villas, and apartments, with private pools in some units. The hotel also features a beach club, spa, gym, and Tiatê restaurant, combining cuisine and experiences connected to nature and local culture.

The location on the Coral Coast provides days of contemplation, relaxation, and connection with the sea and the surrounding landscape. Every detail is designed to create unique experiences, whether with family or as a couple, in a setting of tranquility and harmony. The opening is scheduled for March 2026.

Anantara Mamucabo Bahia Resort

On Baixio Beach, on the northern coast of Bahia, stands the first Anantara resort in South America, scheduled to open in 2025. On a 500,000 m² site, the resort will feature 116 accommodations including rooms, suites, and pool villas, designed by Sidney Quintela Architecture + Urban Planning and landscaped by Alex Hanazaki. Diverse cuisine, cascading pools, a beach club, and a kids' club are part of the experience.

Wellness also takes center stage, with a full spa, hydrotherapy circuit, saunas, massage rooms, as well as a gym and yoga spaces. Surrounded by lagoons, preserved sandbanks, and crystal-clear seas, the resort showcases the Bahian landscape and offers experiences that combine contemplation, nature, and sophistication.

Tivoli Maiorona 

A property that combines historic charm and a privileged location on the shores of Guajará Bay, near downtown Belém. The hotel offers sophisticated accommodations, attentive service, and experiences that balance leisure and business, including meeting rooms with capacity for up to 500 people.

The rooftop is home to SEEN, a restaurant offering wine and dinner with views of the bay. The rooftop pool and Anantara Spa allow for moments of relaxation and contemplation. Every detail of the service and ambiance has been designed to allow guests to enjoy the city's landscape, cuisine, and urban atmosphere with tranquility and refinement. The hotel is scheduled to open in November 2025.

Fasano Cidade Jardim

Part of the Cidade Jardim complex in São Paulo, Fasano will combine a hotel and residences ranging from 200 to 700 m², with two to five bedrooms. The architecture, design, and landscaping will integrate restaurants, leisure areas, and personalized services designed by the Fasano group, offering a complete experience of sophisticated urban hospitality. The project, with architecture by Triptyque, decor by Carolina Proto, and landscaping by Maria João d’Orey, connects the energy of the metropolis with refined comfort and attention to detail.

Guests and residents will enjoy restaurants, leisure areas, and exclusive services, balancing urban life, culture, and wellness experiences. The proposal provides moments of tranquility and sophistication, creating an atmosphere that combines the effervescence of São Paulo with the comfort and exclusivity of Fasano. The opening is scheduled for 2027.

Awasi Santa Catarina

Nestled on a private peninsula in Governador Celso Ramos, near Florianópolis, Awasi combines nature and comfort in an exclusive setting. The lodge offers villas with heated pools, saunas, and whirlpools, providing stays of pure well-being. Each experience includes a private guide and a 4x4 vehicle, ensuring personalized tours through the preserved Atlantic Forest and hidden coves, allowing immersion in the local culture and a complete connection with nature. Refined cuisine and attention to detail complete the experience, uniting contemplation and well-being.

Although already operational, its official opening in May of this year and its addition to the global Relais & Châteaux collection in July present Awasi Santa Catarina as a "new hotel," reinforcing its standard of exclusivity. This is the third hotel in the Relais & Châteaux chain in Brazil, solidifying its position as a benchmark for personalized experiences and understated refinement.

Hotel Oceana 

Facing the sea in Jurerê Internacional, Hotel Oceana will be integrated into the Oceana condominium, combining refined accommodations with private residences. The hotel will feature 60 ocean-view apartments and comprehensive amenities, including a rooftop terrace with an infinity pool, bar, spa, gym, and sauna. The condominium's exclusive residences will share the same architectural and service standards, creating a unique destination for hospitality and high-end living.

Every detail of the service and spaces has been designed to offer moments of contemplation, comfort, and connection with the landscape, providing memorable beachfront experiences in Jurerê, one of Florianópolis' most sought-after destinations. The hotel is scheduled to open in 2026, solidifying the hotel as a benchmark for sophistication, design, and well-being by the sea.

W Escape Gramado

Immersed in the lush vegetation of Rio Grande do Sul, less than 10 minutes from the city center, the project integrates nature, local culture, and contemporary design, offering spaces for contemplation and relaxation.

The hotel features a spa, swimming pools, a restaurant, lounges, and a 24-hour bar, as well as residences integrated into the vegetation. Personalized services and sensory experiences allow each guest to experience the essence of Gramado, connecting with the natural environment and the city's atmosphere in a unique and refined way. The hotel is scheduled to open in 2027. 2027.

Club Med Exclusive Collection 

It will be the first resort of its kind in Brazil and the Americas. With an all-inclusive system, it will offer a variety of experiences, including an artificial ski slope, treetop adventure courses, a private pool, an exclusive bar and restaurant, and a personal concierge.

The privileged location in Serra Gaúcha allows guests to combine comfort, gastronomy, leisure, and personalized experiences in one of the most sought-after destinations in the country, enjoying the region's nature and charming atmosphere. The opening is scheduled for the first quarter of 2027.

Tribe Savassi

Located in the Lourdes neighborhood of Minas Gerais, Tribe Savassi combines a strategic location, contemporary design, and personalized services. With 79 rooms, the hotel offers urban experiences with comfort and style.

The Trintaeum restaurant, led by chef Ana Gabi Costa, offers a contemporary interpretation of Minas Gerais cuisine. The exclusive rooftop offers happy hour with city views. Each space was designed to create moments of relaxation, connection with local culture, and urban interaction, making a stay in Belo Horizonte unique. The hotel opened its doors on September 1st, marking the arrival of the brand in South America.

Emiliano Paraty

Emiliano will occupy 450,000 m² in Saco do Funil, preserving 98% of the land, with 67 cabins spread between the Atlantic Forest and the sea. Designed by Norman Foster, the project offers immersion in nature, comfort, and tranquility, combining local experiences, gastronomy, and well-being.

The layout of the cabins and common areas allows for admiring the landscape and connecting with the region, offering moments of calm and carefully planned experiences. Every detail emphasizes integration with the natural environment and harmony between guests and the surroundings. The opening is scheduled for 2028, marking the brand's arrival in Paraty with a focus on environmental preservation.

Autograph Collection Rio 

The complex in Maricá includes the Rock in Rio Autograph Collection, JW Marriott All Inclusive, and Ritz-Carlton Reserve, combining entertainment, immersive experiences, and contact with Rio de Janeiro's natural beauty. The hotel will have 912 rooms, leisure areas, dining, a convention center, and a variety of activities.

Each hotel in the complex offers experiences tailored to different profiles, with attention to every detail and personalized services, creating a complete beachfront destination that combines contemplation, culture, and fun. The opening is scheduled for 2026. 2026.

The Brazilian hotel scene has never been so inspiring. Each new property featured in this guide offers unique experiences, integrating design, gastronomy, wellness, and a connection with nature or local culture. Whether in the coastal retreats of the Northeast, the preserved landscapes of Santa Catarina, or the European charm of Gramado, each stay is an opportunity to slow down, contemplate, and connect with the present moment.

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