1.1 miles from Praia da Gorda in Búzios, Pousada Recanto do Chef provides accommodations with access to beauty services. This homestay features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi. The family-friendly restaurant serves American and Argentinian cuisine, as well as Brazilian and Chinese dishes. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms also boast garden views. At the homestay, units include bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. You can play billiards and darts at the homestay, and the area is popular for fishing and hiking. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go walking tours or bike tours, relax in the garden, and use the barbecue facilities. Buzios Marina is 2.3 miles from Pousada Recanto do Chef, while Geriba Lagoon is 5.8 miles away. Cabo Frio International Airport is 17 miles from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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1 twin bed
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1 king bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
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2 full beds
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Guest review summary
Guests loved the exceptional <b>breakfast</b> and praised the welcoming hosts. The staff's friendliness and the <b>cleanliness</b> of the rooms were also highly appreciated. While the <b>location</b> was convenient for some, others found it a bit distant. <b>Room comfort</b> received mixed feedback, with some finding them small.
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Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.1
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.5
Free Wifi
8.0
High score for Búzios

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Restaurante do Chef Mauro
    • Cuisine
      American • Argentinian • Brazilian • Chinese • British • French • Greek • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Mexican • Moroccan • Peruvian • Pizza • Portuguese • Seafood • Spanish • Steakhouse • Sushi • Thai • International • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Amenities of Pousada Recanto do Chef
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge

Living Area

  • Dining area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk

Cleaning Services

  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service

Outdoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome

Spa

  • Hairstyling
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
Pousada Recanto do Chef takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Pousada Recanto do Chef of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

FAQs about Pousada Recanto do Chef

  • Check-in at Pousada Recanto do Chef is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante do Chef Mauro
  • The nearest beach is 800 feet from Pousada Recanto do Chef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Pousada Recanto do Chef is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Pousada Recanto do Chef may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef is 3.7 miles from the center of Búzios. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beauty services
    • Bike tours
    • Manicure
    • Walking tours
    • Haircut
    • Happy hour
    • Makeup services
    • Themed dinners
    • Beach
    • Cooking class
    • Pedicure
    • Hairstyling
    • Waxing services
    • Swimming pool
    • Hair treatments