Santa Clara Hotel

Paraty is a Brazilian municipality on the southern coast of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is 258 kilometres from the state capital, the city of Rio de Janeiro. Alongside the Atlantic Ocean, the municipal area has an average altitude of just five metres above sea level. It covers 924.295 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 47,668, giving a population density of 48.95 inhabitants per square kilometre. According to an estimate by the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE) from 2014, it ranks 43rd among the municipalities of the state of Rio de Janeiro by population.

Paraty is a charming colonial town located on the Costa Verde, between Rio de Janeiro and São Paulo. Famous for its preserved historic center, it is a place where time seems to stand still. The cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and colonial architecture take YOU back to the 18th century, when the town was an important port for exporting gold to Portugal.

Besides the historical aspect, Paraty also boasts stunning natural beauty. The town is surrounded by lush Atlantic Forest, and the bay is dotted with islands and beaches that YOU can explore by boat. Some of the most popular beaches include Trindade, Praia do Sono, and Praia Grande.