Villa Laurinda
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Health or beauty spa nearbyGuest education on local ecosystems and cultureAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsLuggage storageAll 73 facilities +
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Guest scores & sentiment
From 79 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-21
Guests consistently praise the multilingual, welcoming staff and owners, the tranquil yet vibrant Santa Teresa location, and the historic villa’s charming gardens and pool. Terrace breakfasts receive frequent acclaim. Minor drawbacks include firm or aged bedding, basic breakfast variety with occasional stock shortages, outdated showers or inconsistent water pressure/temperature in some rooms, and nighttime noise from dogs or the street.
Dimension scores · cross-source
Location9.8
Rooms9.6
Service9.6
Surroundings9.4
Facilities9.3
Cleanliness9.3
Value9.0
Wi-Fi8.5
＋ PraisedIdeal and safe location · Warm and professional hospitality · Charming architecture and environment · Tranquil garden and pool
－ ComplaintsOutdated facilities/low water pressure · Breakfast service details need improvement · Inconsistent shower temperature or drainage issues · Poor soundproofing in some rooms
KEYIdeal for travelers seeking a historic villa with a pool and walkable neighborhood charm. Those sensitive to firm beds or expecting elaborate breakfasts should manage expectations; note steep streets at night.
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Room types · 4
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garden_viewFamily Room
Family Room
5 × Twin bed30 ㎡up to 5
Featuring free toiletries, this family room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The family room features air conditioning, garden views and wine/champagne. The unit has 5 beds.
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Deluxe Double Room
1 × Queen bed28 ㎡up to 2
This double room features air conditioning and tile/marble floor.
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Deluxe Triple Room
1 × Twin bed / 1 × Queen bed / 3 × Twin bed21 ㎡up to 3
This triple room has a tile/marble floor and air conditioning.
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Standard Double Room
1 × Double bed15 ㎡up to 2
Rooms are 15 square yards and come with a fan.
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Facilities · 73
All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
Health or beauty spa nearbyGuest education on local ecosystems and cultureAir conditioningSwimming poolFamily roomsLuggage storageExpress check-in/check-outFax/photocopyingIroning serviceSaunaMassage servicesTerracePrivate check-in/check-outShuttle service (additional charge)Concierge serviceGrocery deliveriesOutdoor furnitureFence around poolSteam roomStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersFirst aid kit availableSanitized tableware & silverwareContactless check-in/check-outInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during stayShared stationery like menus, pens are removedGuest room sealed after cleaningPhysical distancing in dining areasKey accessCCTV outside propertyAccess to health care professionals24-hour securityDelivered food - securely coveredSecurity alarmHappy hourCooking classAerobicsInternet accessJapanese gardenExpress check-inExercise/lap poolNo accessible shuttleNo accessible train station shuttleConcerts/live showsPaddle boating nearbyPool sun loungersReception hallBeach umbrellasSnack bar/deliArt gallery on siteSupervised childcare/activitiesSwimming nearbyAirport transportation - pickup (surcharge)Television in common areasAirport transportation - drop-off (surcharge)Vegetarian menu options availableAccessible train station shuttleAccessible shuttleWine release eventsFree wired internetGuest education on local ecosystems and cultureFree pool cabanasHealth or beauty spa nearbyHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking roomsTour deskNon-smoking throughout
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Nearby & map
DiningSights
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Lasai
Modern Cuisine, Innovative · ★★ Michelin
$$$$
Dining at this restaurant with just 10 seats is like attending a show, but with the best seats in the house! Although it starts out quietly, the kitchen comes to life as the chefs embark on the task in hand, with interesting interaction between chef Rafa Costa e Silva and his guests. The surprise tasting menu begins with a variety of appetisers in which vegetables take centre stage – displayed on a wooden tray illuminated by a spotlight on the counter – and served in different forms and textures. These are organically grown in line with the seasons and are mainly sourced from the chef’s garden
3.5km
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Térèze
Modern Cuisine
$$$
Térèze is the perfect choice if you’re on the lookout for a quiet setting for a romantic supper. It is part of the Santa Teresa Mgalley hotel, a delightful historic property built in 1850 with a sophisticated atmosphere and breathtaking views. The menu is based around a contemporary theme that uses seasonal ingredients, plus a mix of Brazilian and international recipes. Chefs Jérôme Dardillac and Luanna Malheiros conjure up surprising combinations such as octopus with roasted tomatoes, served on a bell pepper coulis, garlic cream, fresh basil, and caper popcorn. After lunch or dinner, why not
152m
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Aprazível
Brazilian
$$$
Aprazível is a must for those who love a combination of delicious cuisine and nature. This family-run restaurant is located in hills surrounding the city in the Santa Teresa district, with its narrow winding streets and breathtaking views. Here, chef Ana Castilho conjures up a menu featuring organic and biodynamic ingredients from different regions around Brazil, yet without neglecting either creativity or a delicate touch. We can highly recommend the ceviche in a tucupi sauce with plantain chips, plus the delicious free-range “galinhada caipira” chicken, served with sausage from Minas Gerais,
316m
4
Oteque
Modern Cuisine · ★ Michelin
$$$$
Stepping through the gate of its discreet façade means leaving the bustle of everyday life behind and entering a space with a soaring ceiling height, where the past lives alongside the most modern vanguard. The main room carries a faintly industrial air, retaining its weathered red-brick walls, and is dominated by six large round tables and one special elongated table for five set before the open kitchen. The celebrated chef Alberto Landgraf is defined by simplicity and naturalness—hallmarks visible in his efforts to champion Brazilian roots and the transparency of flavours. His proposition ce
3.9km
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Brota
Vegetarian · Bib
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Brota occupies a charming mansion in Botafogo and is surrounded by a well-maintained garden. Inside, the elegant ambience features a contrast between striking red mouldings on the doors and large windows, a wood-inspired decor, an impressive bar, and leafy plants that add a touch of freshness to the setting. The kitchen is run by chef Roberta Ciasca from the renowned Miam Miam. The cuisine here is based around innovative vegan and vegetarian dishes designed for sharing. The menu includes classics such as the superb “brotinha” rice balls filled with tomato, pesto and olives or wasabi cream with
3.5km
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Sult
Italian Contemporary · Bib
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Sult is the perfect choice if you’re looking for a relaxed restaurant offering excellent value for money. Located close to the Morro de São João hill, it boasts a modern, uncluttered decor plus an impressive open kitchen and bottles of wine with notes from guests written on them as added decoration in the dining room. Under the baton of chef Julia Lottus, the cuisine features dishes that combine a Brazilian identity with the cooking of Italy. An example, and one that delights all his guests, is the fresh fillet of pirarucu fish served with a creamy tucupi and jambu risotto. Having said this, t
3.8km
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Lilia
Creative
$$
A few metres from the conical Catedral de São Sebastião building, there is a singular restaurant with an unassuming façade that can easily go unnoticed among Lapa’s historic townhouses. Climbing a long, narrow staircase, you will discover a two‑storey establishment with brick walls that lend an industrial, pared‑back and spacious feel. Here, chef Yan Ramos runs a kitchen marked by his creativity, updated daily according to ingredient availability. At lunchtime, a fixed menu composed of three courses is served, while at dinner there is an eleven‑step tasting menu. Do not miss the unmissable Roa
1.6km
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Miam Miam
Modern Cuisine · Bib
$$
A restaurant that opened in Botafogo in 2005 and occupies an old property that belonged to chef Roberta Ciasca's grandmother. After graduating in France, the chef opened this restaurant that encapsulates her origins thanks to the retro furniture, cheerful and colourful decor, exposed brick walls and vintage wooden floors. The menu, which follows the concept of “comfort food”, concentrates on traditional Brazilian recipes which are always meticulously presented and based around the latest techniques, and is divided between Miam Miam’s classic (and most popular) dishes and seasonal options (whic
3.8km
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