Casa Turquesa
Colour-coded colonial glamour with a warm, shoes-off-at-the-door personality. Public spaces lean rustic — rough stone walls, Brazilian hardwood, leather sofas in vivid blues and greens. Guest rooms flip to crisp whites and dark wood with one bold colour accent per suite. Think stylish friend's house, not stiff luxury hotel.
Ask for the Royal Suite if bay views matter most — it sits at the top of the house and overlooks the docks directly
Why It Matters
Consistently ranked #1 or #2 hotel in Paraty on major travel platforms. Listed in the Michelin Guide and Tablet Hotels. The most expensive property in town, and by most accounts the most polished. Each of the nine suites is themed around a different colour and furnished with original artworks commissioned specifically for the space.
Casa Turquesa is a nine-suite boutique guesthouse tucked into the quiet side of Paraty's UNESCO-listed historic center, right at the waterfront overlooking the docks. Opened in 2008 in a painstakingly restored 18th-century mansion — the original burned down decades ago — it was rebuilt by colonial architecture specialist Renato Tavolaro and finished by São Paulo-born owner Tetê Etrusco, who spent five years on the project. Nine is the whole point here: small enough that the staff know your name before you arrive, large enough to feel like a real hotel rather than a B&B.
Where You'll Stay
9 room types available
Brown Master Suite
Wood-panelled suite featuring original paintings of parakeets and macaws by artist and botanist Margaret Mee. Spacious bathroom, separate closet, armchairs at the foot of the bed, and a chaise longue by the window. Views face the courtyard and surrounding mountains.
King · 45 sqm
Green Luxury Suite
Green-accented Luxury suite with standard queen bed configuration and full in-room amenities. Views vary by floor.
QueenGreen Master Suite
The only suite in the house with two full bathrooms — useful for couples who don't want to share. Green-themed master suite with king bed and full premium amenities.
KingPink Luxury Suite
Themed in pink tones with embroidered pieces by the local Sono Beach Embroidery Group. Pink armchairs and reading lamp make it a comfortable spot. Views of the tiled rooftops of Paraty's historic houses from the window.
QueenRed Master Suite
Bold red-accented master suite with original botanical artwork. Large bathroom with a separate closet. Part of the upper-tier master category, offering king bed and full premium amenities.
KingRoyal Master Suite
The largest suite in the house, perched at attic level — the highest point of the building — with direct views over Paraty Bay and the port. Studio layout spread across two floors. Artwork by local artist Noca, whirlpool bathtub, two sinks, and an ample closet. Top pick for bay view obsessives.
King · 58 sqm
Turquoise Luxury Suite
The namesake suite — decorated with original works by French artist Jacques Rey and a charming antique escritoire (writing desk). Windows overlook the courtyard pool and gazebo, flooding the room with natural light. The smallest room in the house but smartly laid out.
Queen · 27 sqmWhite Master Suite
The most-requested romantic suite in the house. A balcony overlooks the mountains, Dona Geralda Street, and the dome of Santa Rita Church. Large closet, whirlpool bathtub, and walls adorned with works by Tiacho Baenninger, José António da Silva, Valérie Chopin and Elesbão.
King · 48 sqmYellow Luxury Suite
One of four Luxury-category suites, themed in warm yellow hues. Equipped with high-pressure shower, queen bed, free minibar, beach kit, and all standard in-room amenities.
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Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Guided treks through the Atlantic Forest to pristine beaches. Serra da Bocaina National Park (prehistoric cave paintings and waterfalls) is accessible nearby.
Guided trail to a local waterfall, often including a stop at a cachaça distillery (alambique) en route.
Casa Turquesa has access to an exclusive private schooner for bay excursions. Optional picnic or lunch on board. Early reservation required. The concierge can also arrange trips on traditional wooden baleeiras, sailboats, and motorboats.
Guided birdwatching excursion in the surrounding Atlantic Forest habitat.
Guided tour of Paraty's traditional cachaça distilleries in the historic center, with tasting. Paraty is famous for its artisanal cachaça production.
Horse riding excursions through the surrounding countryside and Atlantic Forest landscape, arranged by the hotel.
Kayaking and SUP in the waters around Paraty. Arranged by the hotel on request.
Diving tours in Paraty's clear waters, including off Ilha dos Meros. Arranged by the hotel.
Canoeing through the Saco do Mamanguá mangrove, surrounded by 33 beaches. Arranged by the hotel's concierge.
Ceramic workshop at a local artist's atelier in Paraty, arranged by the hotel.
Hands-on watercolour workshop with a local artist. Popular for couples and solo travellers.
Expert-guided walking tour of Paraty's colonial architecture, historic buildings and UNESCO-listed streets.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Bar with curated wine cellar for guests.
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property and in all rooms.
Full homemade breakfast served daily with no time restrictions. Includes muffins, tapiocas, fruit, pastries, cooked eggs, juices, coffee, and fresh-baked cake in the afternoon.
Complimentary minibar stocked in all suites.
All suites have air conditioning and ceiling fans.
Smart TV screens with cable channels in all suites.
Reading room stocked with art books and a small fireplace for cooler winter days. Also features a computer terminal.
Charming garden gazebo — ideal for drinks, reading or massage sessions.
Lush internal courtyard dotted with orchids and tropical plants, surrounding the pool.
Turquoise-floored courtyard pool enclosed by a garden with orchids and tropical plants. Includes a hydromassage whirlpool. Central to the property's social life.
Small on-site boutique in the main house.
Round-the-clock room service available.
Full concierge service for arranging transfers, boat trips, activities, restaurant reservations and more.
Non-toxic cleaning products used throughout. Non-toxic shampoo, conditioner and soap in guest rooms. Guests offered option to reuse linens and towels.
Private airport transfers can be arranged by the hotel. From BRL 1,300 per trip for up to 2 guests, each way, from Rio de Janeiro (Galeão) or São Paulo (Guarulhos).
All guests receive a pair of custom Havaianas on arrival — and a shoes-off policy applies inside the house.
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