Wednesday, 21 December 2011

Pousada Estrela da Ilha & The Island Experience, Ilha Grande, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil




Pousada Estrela da Ilha & The Island Experience - "Beautiful pousada in high season & fabulous spa/yoga retreat in low"


The Estrela da Ilha (Star of the Island) is quite simply an extraordinary place, whether you come for the pousada which opens during high season and holidays, or the spa and yoga retreat which operates here the rest of the time.A beautiful high ceilinged oceanfront wooden  lodge nestling up against the Atlantic rainforest  this is a place which is only accessible by boat and where you are surrounded by nature on all sides.

There are 9 suites here, 3 standard, 4 luxury and 2 superluxury and all are well appointed with large beds, powershowers, hammocks and verandas, but there is no roomsafe, fridge or TV. The luxury here lies in the superb location, the large outdoor heated jacuzzi, the sauna, the healthy food, the views, the tranquillity,  the gentle Brazilian music playing in the background.and the informal but excellent service.

Whichever plan you come on, be it the more normal half board pousada experience or the all inclusive Island Experience and yoga retreat you will go to sleep and wake to the sound of the waves enveloped by a glorious feeling of peace and tranquility. An unforgettable experience!


Not to be missed:

  • Walks and hikes over to Abraao (main town), Freguesia de Santana (colonial church), Bananal Pequeno (deserted beach)
  • Kayaking to Lagoa Azul at sunset
  • Chilling in the pousada sauna and heated jacuzzi
  • Boat trips with snorkelling


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