Pousada Literária

The official host accommodations for Paraty’s internationally renowned literary festival, Pousada Literária, is a book lover’s dream come true. From the fully stocked library to foliage-filled gardens and courtyards perfect for lounging with a good read, bookworms will find no shortage of cozy corners in this evocative, restored 17th-century mansion to dig into the works of Jorge Amado and other Brazilian authors.

Beyond its cultural cachet, the inn is one of Paraty’s most charming places to stay. Housed in the city center within walking distance of the historic old town district, the property’s tasteful updates preserve its old-fashioned appeal while adding modern touches to its 28 sleek and sophisticated rooms and villas. Art and handicrafts adorn each space, with some of the larger villas and suites including luxe additions like wood-burning fireplaces and private libraries. Beyond books, there’s plenty else to keep guests occupied like a palm-shaded, al fresco swimming pool.

Sourcing seasonal ingredients from local small producers on the Green Coast, the Atlantic Forest, and the just-steps-away ocean, the inn’s farm-to-table restaurant Quintal das Letras is just as much of a draw and is hailed as one of the best restaurants in town. Ensconced in the intimate, warmly-lit dining room, immerse yourself in the flavors of coastal Brazil in exuberant dishes like papaya salads, fresh-roasted fish, and curli-cued octopus tendrils, all washed down with caipirinhas and Jorge Amados, Paraty’s signature libation.