The 21 Best Brazil Luxury Hotels

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Brazil in All Its Contrasts

Brazil is a dazzling display of culture and creativity. In Rio de Janeiro, the energetic city presses up against the landscape, with Sugarloaf Mountain rising above the harbor and the beaches of Ipanema and Leblon glistening below.

Along the coast, just beyond the city, some of the best Brazil resorts sit in quieter enclaves like Búzios or Paraty, where the pace softens without losing that underlying energy. Days often unfold outside, with the main activities being swimming, walking, tanning, and lingering over lunch — before shifting into evenings that stretch late.

Travel north to Salvador, and everything changes. The streets of Pelourinho fill with music, and the food leans heavily on Afro-Brazilian influence — moqueca, a traditional seafood dish simmered in coconut milk, and acarajé, a bean and legume fritter fried fresh and served hot.

Flights from major U.S. cities to Rio or São Paulo typically take 8 to 10 hours, and once you arrive, getting between regions like Rio and Salvador usually means another short flight. But even though the commute can be long, each destination feels entirely different and is well worth the trip.

It’s not just the scale of Brazil that stands out, but how quickly the culture, the landscape, and the mood can shift — and steal your heart.

The 21 Best Brazil Luxury Hotels

Where should I go and what should I do in Brazil?

When should I go to Brazil?

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Brazil in All Its Contrasts

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