On Ilhabela's secluded Bonete Beach, Canto Bravo offers rustic rooms with beautiful views and dinner by candle light. It is accessible only on foot, or by boat if the weather is good. Pousada Canto Bravo can be reached via a 12-km trail within Ilhabela State Park. The accommodations includes a private bathroom with hot water and mosquito net. Rooms have a balcony or patio, offering views of the rich Atlantic Forest or the sea. The facilities are painted in bright colors. They include a reading room with fireplace and a lounging area with cushions. Guests can borrow a book from the mini library or play board games. The restaurant serves a rich breakfast. Along the day, guests can order appetizers and a selection of drinks, such as wine, beer and fruit cocktails. At night, a full-course dinner is served. The only way to reach the hotel is with a 5-hour hike or by boat until 5 pm. It is located in the south of Ilhabela, 115 mi from São Paulo.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
7.5

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Julie
    United States of America United States of America
    A great location on a beautiful beach! The staff was friendly and helpful. Meals and drinks superb. Our boatman Beto was the perfect captain for a motion sickness client!
  • Chloé
    United States of America United States of America
    Heavenly. The hotel is on a huge, far-flung beach with smooth waves and gorgeous rocks surrounding it. Excellent service, lovely and attentionate staff. Tasty breakfast, delicious restaurant. Rooms are clean, up to date, no frills but just what...
  • Tommaso
    Portugal Portugal
    Very nice architecture directly on the beach. The people were great an super available
  • Debra
    United States of America United States of America
    Beautiful room facing the ocean with a verycomfortablebed. Delicious food at the restaurant and a great breakfast.
  • Gadiel
    Australia Australia
    Directly on the beach. Good chairs for the beach. Great restaurant with delicious food. Comfortable rooms. If you stay at Canto Bravo you really do enjoy an amazing lifestyle of food and drinks and beach without going more than 100 meters during...
  • Marina
    Ireland Ireland
    The room is really comfortable, the view is so beautiful and it's peaceful. The breakfast is generous and good. The options for food and dinner are great. We had an amazing time!!
  • Leticia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The place is really good in all senses. Very good breakfast, restaurant and bar. Quality fresh food. The rooms are very tidy and comfy. Be aware there is no lights in the room, just a bed side table, which makes the environment even more cozy.
  • Erica
    Brazil Brazil
    Ser pé na areia. O ambiente simples, mas acolhedor. Atendimento da equipe. Comida deliciosa.
  • Antonina
    Italy Italy
    Bonete è un paradiso completamente disconnesso dalla terra ferma. È possibile raggiungerlo soltanto con un trekking di 12km o in un’ora di barca a motore. La struttura è letteralmente sulla spiaggia e dentro la vegetazione. Questo la rende unica....
  • Ana
    Brazil Brazil
    A pousada oferece muitas facilidades com o serviço de praia e restaurantes disponíveis. Limpeza impecável e café da manhã sensacional.

Area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Canto Bravo
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly • Romantic

Amenities of Pousada Canto Bravo
Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

  • Beachfront
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • Landmark view

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Beachfront
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Water sports facilities on site
    Additional charge
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Bar

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

Parking
No parking available.

Front Desk Services

  • Invoice provided
  • Lockers
  • Private check-in/out
  • Express check-in/out

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Indoor play area

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business Facilities

  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Room service

Spa

  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules
Pousada Canto Bravo takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 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 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation 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 6 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

6 years
Extra bed upon request
R$ 100 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

It is necessary to walk in a trail for 4 to 5 hours to reach Pousada Canto Bravo. The trail is not recommended for beginners. For an additional charge, guests can also go to the guest house by boat if the sailing conditions are good. As soon as a reservation is completed, Canto Bravo will contact guests to provide further information or schedule a boat if it is the case.

Contact with the property can be established after booking only via e-mail.

Be prepared to walk if the weather conditions prevent the boat trip.

Please keep in mind the following safety tips:

- Hike duration: 4 to 5 hours

- Level of difficulty: medium/hard

- Use appropriate shoes and clothes for hiking

- Use your cell phone to call Canto Bravo before entering the trail (confirm in advance to which number you should call)

- Travel as light as possible

- Pack your clothes in plastic bags before placing them in your backpack

- Do not forget to take insect repellent and a flashlight

- In summer, do not enter the trail after 14:00

- In winter, do not enter the trail after 13:00

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 Canto Bravo 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

FAQs about Pousada Canto Bravo

  • Guests staying at Pousada Canto Bravo can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet

  • Pousada Canto Bravo has 1 restaurant:

    • Canto Bravo

  • Check-in at Pousada Canto Bravo is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 12:00 PM.

  • Pousada Canto Bravo is 8.7 miles from the center of Ilhabela. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • Yes, there's a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Pousada Canto Bravo on this page.

  • Pousada Canto Bravo offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Hiking
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Beachfront
    • Beach
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Water sports facilities on site
    • Walking tours

  • Room options at Pousada Canto Bravo include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Bungalow

  • The nearest beach is 150 feet from Pousada Canto Bravo. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.