Awasi Santa Catarina Resort

The Awasi Santa Catarina Resort (recommended by Relais & Chateaux) is wonderfully secluded on an exceptionally beautiful private peninsula, nestled beneath the trees of a lushly forested hill on the shores of the Atlantic. 

The 25 villas for couples or families are set on a rocky outcrop with direct access to a cove of golden sand, with unique architecture that gives them the look of refined Robinson Crusoe cabins. Inside these light-filled havens of privacy, the contemporary decor blends seamlessly with natural materials, from raw and polished woodwork to handwoven rugs to wholesome linen. Each terrace, with its own private pool, is the place to gaze out over the endless blue waters to the line where sky meets sea. 

You can also enjoy this panorama from the gourmet restaurant, serving richly-flavoured Brazilian cuisine. Awasi Santa Catarina is the perfect place to relax into nature’s embrace, linger on the beach or by the pool, and end the day with a soothing massage in the spa’s ocean-facing treatment rooms. There is also a tennis court and fitness room.

The rates include breakfast.