Sanma Hotel

Located just minutes from the entrance to Brazil‘s Iguaçú National Park, Sanma offers near-instant access to the park and its famed waterfalls. Surrounded by tropical rainforest, the hotel feels miles from anywhere. The exterior is old-school hacienda charm with sun-warmed terracotta roofs and low-slung buildings hunkered down against the heat beneath palm trees. But the interiors are stylishly modern, with shiny hardwood floors, stone walls, and chic furniture. Bordered by grassy lawns strewn with stately canopy loungers, the outdoor pool is the ultimate spot to escape the rainforest heat and humidity.

Hiking through the forests of Iguaçú or embarking on thrilling boat rides right up to the foot of the falls works up quite an appetite. Refresh yourself with a lip-smacking caipirinha or glass of Brazilian wine at either of the two low-lit, sultry bars before moving to the main restaurant. Beneath a soaring wooden roof, feast on traditional Brazilian dishes like feijoada or flavorful Mediterranean fare. With the national park entrance within walking distance, trailheads and dreamy viewpoints are just a quick jaunt from the lobby.