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The word “Pousada”in portuguese literally means “place to land”- or “place to stay”, and there are thousands of them throughout Brazil. The term encompasses places which in other countries could be considered bed and breakfasts and range from eco-lodges, inns, guesthouses, bed & breakfasts, as well as boutique hotels.

Pousadas are popular amongst Brazilians and increasingly independent foreign travellers. Prices are usually similar to hotel prices. Where they differ fundamentally is that there are no pousada “chains” and all are individually run and managed. What they lack, sometimes, in terms of business administration and 24-hour room service, is made up for by charm, hospitality and personality.