Situated just 1.8 km from Praia da Gorda, Pousada Recanto do Chef offers accommodation in Búzios with access to an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, as well as full-day security. This homestay features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. All units in the homestay are fitted with a flat-screen TV with streaming services. The homestay provides some units that have garden views, and each unit is fitted with a private bathroom with a shower. At the homestay, units include bed linen and towels. Guests can grab a bite to eat in the in-house family-friendly restaurant, which specialises in American cuisine and also offers vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options. You can play billiards and darts at the homestay, and the area is popular for fishing and hiking. After a day of walking tours or bike tours, guests can relax in the shared lounge area. Buzios Marina is 3.7 km from Pousada Recanto do Chef, while Geriba Lagoon is 9.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Cabo Frio International, 27 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.7)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 single bed
and
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.2
Location
8.7
Free WiFi
8.0
High score for Búzios
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  • Joris
    Chile Chile
    +: We stayed 3 days in September 2023 in Pousada do Chef. The owners were very friendly and helpful; the breakfast and the dishes prepared by the chef mauro are truly delicious (ask for the tapioca arepa!). Our room was spacious, with an extra...
  • Iván
    Chile Chile
    Hospitalidad; amabilidad y calidad de los dueños Mauro, Cleana y Isabella; Atención personalizada; Limpieza del hogar, piscina amplia y cómoda, Chef Mauro cocina excelente....espero volver pronto en familia!!
  • Kwhvelasco
    Brazil Brazil
    A pousada foi adaptada a partir de uma casa que tem a cozinha como área central, e isso é muito bom. As comidas que o chef preparou na nossa estadia estavam muito boas, realmente diferenciadas. Piscina muito boa e limpa, roupas de cama...

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurante do Chef Mauro
    • Cuisine
      American • Argentinian • Brazilian • Chinese • British • French • Greek • Indian • Italian • Japanese • Korean • Mexican • Moroccan • Peruvian • Pizza • Portuguese • Seafood • Spanish • Steakhouse • Sushi • Thai • International • Latin American • European • Grill/BBQ
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

Facilities of Pousada Recanto do Chef
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Restaurant
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkelling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Billiards
  • Games room
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Security alarm
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Wellness
  • Hair styling
  • Hair cut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Make up services
  • Waxing services
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

Pousada Recanto do Chef takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:30

Check-out

From 07:00 to 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Pousada Recanto do Chef accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Pousada Recanto do Chef in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Pousada Recanto do Chef

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Pousada Recanto do Chef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, Pousada Recanto do Chef is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Pousada Recanto do Chef may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef is 3.7 miles from the centre of Búzios. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante do Chef Mauro

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Snorkelling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Beauty Services
    • Bike tours
    • Manicure
    • Walking tours
    • Hair cut
    • Happy hour
    • Make up services
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Beach
    • Cooking class
    • Pedicure
    • Hair styling
    • Waxing services
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hair treatments

  • Check-in at Pousada Recanto do Chef is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.