Vila da Santa is one of the nicest places we’ve stayed at EVER! It’s just perfect and a true gem in every sense of the word. It more than exceeded our expectations. It’s small, very romantic and private, quiet but near enough to walk to the centre of Buzios where it’s all happening. VdS looks like a very tiny village set around a square with easy access to the beach in a little bay. At night it’s beautifully lit and looks just magical. All the people who work there are so lovely, friendly, helpful, thoughtful and very welcoming. They felt like family. A huge thank you to Mohammed and Michelle and everyone else whose names we didn’t know. Nothing was too much trouble.The breakfasts are amazing with everything you need for a healthy start and also include cook to order. We ate in the restaurant on the first night as we arrived late and tired and also on the last night as the food is absolutely delicious. The Caipirinhas are very good too! From the moment we arrived it made us wish we’d booked a couple of extra nights in addition to our 5 nights. Our room was spotless, spacious and the bed very comfortable; we slept so well. The decor of the rooms has a relaxed, beach vibe and had all the facilities you expect in a hotel room. I would have no hesitation in recommending a stay at VdS. In fact if you don’t book it you’d be missing out on a delightful experience. This review comes from the heart based on our personal experience.

There was absolutely nothing we didn’t like or could complain about.

Virtually everything was great. The staff on the front desk were absolutely fantastic, welcoming and very caring. The hotel itself was very clean and comfortable with a great style and exceptional eye for detail. The location is literally perfect. Great beach service also.

Very small thing, but the pool did not look clean or inviting.

Very interesting decorated hotel. Staff were very nice. We got different room then the one we booked (they upgraded us) but the better one had one window looking at the wall. So after one night they moved us to the other room. Very very helpful staff, helped us also with communication to the driver when we went back to Rio.

Everything is nice.

The property is stunning and is conveniently located at walking distance from Rua das Pedras. The rooms are very comfortable, smell good and are rearranged each time you leave the hotel. The staff is also amazing. Perfect for a romantic getaway.

Nothing

the Vila was peaceful and beautiful, the service was impeccable and the food was very good.

The view was not what we expected as beachfront, we could see the ocean over the tree tops a little. It was a beautiful view, but wouldn’t describe it as beachfront, although it was facing the ocean opposed to facing, for example, the village.

Everything! The quality of the service is incredible. The staff extremely friendly and accommodating. The rooms are quiet and very comfortable, the spa is fantastic and the restaurant / breakfast of great quality.

There is a fantastic family feeling. Everybody in the staff is super nice and friendly. We loved also the facility and the resturant, that was really good

There is not a gym

If I could give more stars I would. The hotel is the best I have ever stayed in, feels more like home than a hotel with unique rooms and decoration. The staff were so friendly and helpful, they made special GF food at breakfast for my mum and sister. They even sourced voltage transformers for us to use our 220v equipment. The atmosphere is what really sets Vila da Santa apart and this is all down to the staff, they are so relaxed and genuinely friendly you feel at home straight away (special thanks to Dany for dealing with all my family throughout our stay). None of the false smiles and greetings you get in most 5 star hotels. The location was great for us too, a private beach area right behind the hotel and a lovely walk along the cost to get to the main shopping and restaurant area of Buzios. When I return to Buzios I wouldn't consider staying anywhere else.

If I had to pick something negative I would say that the food is a bit too expensive but it is fantastic tasty food. Can't think of any other negatives really. It's exceptional.

Very friendly staff, they were very helpful, the breakfast was also outstanding

More expensive that most five stars hotels, doesn't differ from most inn's around the place

We liked everything - the place, the room, the beach, the food and especially the personel - friendly and professional.

The massage