Best Luxury Hotels in Sao Paulo State

The exquisite Fasano Hotel in São Paulo offers a luxurious yet understated selection of guestrooms and suites with elegant design features and peaceful surroundings. Since 1982 Fasano São Paulo Restaurant has been serving gourmet Italian cuisine in an expertly designed setting with a sublime wine cellar, sophisticated ambience and private dining options. The Nonno Ruggero Restaurant is also open throughout the day overlooking the Jardins neighbourhood and serving buffet-style and à la carte cuisine. The hotel bar, Baretto São Paulo has received praise for its informal and private atmosphere where live performances from world-famous artists can be enjoyed with an expertly crafted cocktail in hand. The hotel’s rejuvenating spa and wellness facilities include sports therapy treatments and a fitness centre. There is an unmissable 21st-floor indoor swimming pool offering surreal views over the city while you unwind in total tranquillity. The hotel also boasts a business centre and excellent event spaces.

This five-star establishment is most unusual for São Paulo, in that it’s surrounded by greenery, namely the Burle Marx Park. This provides a real sense of retreat from the city’s unrelenting bustle, augmented by its Flora Spa. Palacio Tangara opened in 2017, gathering accolades from Conde Nast, Forbes Travel Guide and the Michelin Guide over the past few years. Multi-awarded Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten opened his first South American restaurant here, serving a blend of French and Asian gastronomy with pops of Brazilian flavour. An alfresco terrace overlooks the outdoor pool and park, while the Burle Bar provides an indoor zone for elegant drinking.