1.1 miles from Praia da Gorda in Búzios, Pousada Recanto do Chef provides accommodations with access to beauty services. This homestay features free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, and free Wifi. The family-friendly restaurant serves American and Argentinian cuisine, as well as Brazilian and Chinese dishes. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, while selected rooms also boast garden views. At the homestay, units include bed linen and towels. Guests are welcome to relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. You can play billiards and darts at the homestay, and the area is popular for fishing and hiking. Guests can swim in the outdoor swimming pool, go walking tours or bike tours, relax in the garden, and use the barbecue facilities. Buzios Marina is 2.3 miles from Pousada Recanto do Chef, while Geriba Lagoon is 5.8 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Cabo Frio International, 17 miles from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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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 twin bed
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1 king bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 queen bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
2 twin beds
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1 queen bed
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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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See what guests loved the most:

  • 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...

Area info

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
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free

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

Most popular amenities
  • 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
  • Linens
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 apply.
Activities
  • Cooking class
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Themed dinners
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Beach
  • Snorkeling
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
  • Pool table
  • Game room
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruit
    Additional charge
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is needed).
  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Packed lunches
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
Spa
  • Hairstyling
  • Haircut
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Makeup services
  • Waxing services
  • Beauty services
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

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

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 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

Cribs and extra beds aren't 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 need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Pousada Recanto do Chef 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

FAQs about Pousada Recanto do Chef

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

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

  • The nearest beach is 1,650 feet from Pousada Recanto do Chef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Pousada Recanto do Chef is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:30 AM.

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

    • Hiking
    • Pool table
    • Game room
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Beauty services
    • Bike tours
    • Manicure
    • Walking tours
    • Haircut
    • Happy hour
    • Makeup services
    • Themed dinners
    • Beach
    • Cooking class
    • Pedicure
    • Hairstyling
    • Waxing services
    • Swimming pool
    • Hair treatments

  • Pousada Recanto do Chef has 1 restaurant:

    • Restaurante do Chef Mauro

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

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