Hotels in Buzios

Villa Raphael

Ferradura · Buzios

Villa Raphael 1

Axel’s take

A standout beachfront pousada for couples who prize warm service and quiet days.

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Axel’s rating: 9.4/10 · An intimate mid-range beachfront pousada for guests aged 15 and over

Villa Raphael is an intimate mid-range pousada directly on Ferradura Beach, and we'd put it high on the list for a relaxed couples' break. Tripadvisor, Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise attentive staff, excellent cleanliness, comfortable beds and breakfast. The beachfront garden and pool are central to its appeal; a spa, gym and beach-tennis courts add more than the usual small-pousada facilities.

The trade-offs are mostly about fit. You're outside the town-center bustle, so expect a ride for a wider choice of evening restaurants. Some Booking.com and Tripadvisor guests find the restaurant menu limited, despite praising the food. Room categories also differ: entry-level rooms face the garden rather than the sea. We'd skip it for nightlife on the doorstep or travel with younger children—the hotel accepts guests only from age 15.

Rooms
Comfortable beds earn strong praise; check room size and view when choosing a category.
Cleanliness
Consistently excellent feedback across Booking.com, Tripadvisor and Expedia.
Service
Warm, attentive staff are the clearest recurring strength across recent reviews.
Amenities
Pool, restaurant, sauna, spa, gym and beach-tennis courts; wellness facilities expanded in April 2025.
Fees and surprises
Breakfast and parking are listed as included; confirm charges for treatments and transfers.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · portaldoandreoli.com.br. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

Rua Beatriz Rosa Sanchez Larragoiti Lucas, 4, 5 e 6, Armacao dos Buzios

Direct access to Ferradura Beach; a short ride from Rua das Pedras and central dining.

Amenities and check-in

Pool, restaurant, sauna, spa, gym and beach-tennis courts; wellness facilities expanded in April 2025.

Check-in

after 3:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Fitness facilities
  • Sauna
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Villa Raphael — Buzios, Brazil

Villa Raphael is An intimate mid-range beachfront pousada for guests aged 15 and over in Buzios, Brazil.

Address: Rua Beatriz Rosa Sanchez Larragoiti Lucas, 4, 5 e 6, Armacao dos Buzios. Property ID: 1062261.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/buzios/villa-raphael-1062261

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#1 of 2 hotels in Ferradura by Axel's take. Ferradura is #4 of 5 places to stay in Buzios. The best hotels in Ferradura, ranked · Where to stay in Buzios

Axel's take: 9.4/10

A standout beachfront pousada for couples who prize warm service and quiet days. An intimate mid-range beachfront pousada for guests aged 15 and over, scored for what it is.

Villa Raphael is an intimate mid-range pousada directly on Ferradura Beach, and we'd put it high on the list for a relaxed couples' break. Tripadvisor, Booking.com and Expedia guests consistently praise attentive staff, excellent cleanliness, comfortable beds and breakfast. The beachfront garden and pool are central to its appeal; a spa, gym and beach-tennis courts add more than the usual small-pousada facilities.

The trade-offs are mostly about fit. You're outside the town-center bustle, so expect a ride for a wider choice of evening restaurants. Some Booking.com and Tripadvisor guests find the restaurant menu limited, despite praising the food. Room categories also differ: entry-level rooms face the garden rather than the sea. We'd skip it for nightlife on the doorstep or travel with younger children—the hotel accepts guests only from age 15.

  • Best for: Couples seeking a quiet beach break; Travelers who value personal service; Beach and pool relaxation

  • Watch out for: Minimum guest age is 15; Garden views in entry-level rooms; Limited restaurant menu

  • Location: Direct access to Ferradura Beach; a short ride from Rua das Pedras and central dining.

  • Rooms: Comfortable beds earn strong praise; check room size and view when choosing a category.

  • Cleanliness: Consistently excellent feedback across Booking.com, Tripadvisor and Expedia.

  • Service: Warm, attentive staff are the clearest recurring strength across recent reviews.

  • Amenities: Pool, restaurant, sauna, spa, gym and beach-tennis courts; wellness facilities expanded in April 2025.

  • Fees and surprises: Breakfast and parking are listed as included; confirm charges for treatments and transfers.

Axel's opinion of Villa Raphael, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · portaldoandreoli.com.br. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Villa Raphael

  • Property type: Villas and Bungalows
  • 3-star hotel
  • Rua Beatriz Rosa Sanchez Larragoiti Lucas, 4, 5 e 6, Armacao dos Buzios
  • Guest rating: 4.9/5 on Google from 569 reviews (location 3.6/5)
  • Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Cabo Frio Airport: 59 min by taxi · Ferradura Beach: 3 min walk
  • Amenities: Outdoor pool, Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Fitness facilities, Sauna, Spa (extra charge), Shuttle (extra charge), Airport transportation (extra charge), Parking, Pets Not Allowed, Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Tennis court
  • Check-in from: 15:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in Buzios

Room types

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Economy room

Economy Single room

Economy Triple room

Economy Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

Standard room with sea view

Standard room with water view

Standard room with balcony

Standard Single room

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with sea view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with ocean view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with sea view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Superior room

Superior room with ocean view

Superior room with sea view

Superior room with water view

Superior Single room

Superior Single room with ocean view

Superior Single room with sea view

Superior Single room with water view

Superior Double room (full double bed)

Superior Double room with ocean view (full double bed)

Superior Double room with sea view (full double bed)

Deluxe room

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Triple room with balcony

Deluxe Family room

Deluxe Single room (single bed)

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with balcony (full double bed)

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Quadruple room

Premier room

Premier Single room

Premier Double room (full double bed)

Executive room

Executive Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Premium room

Premium Single room

Premium Double room (full double bed)

Premium Twin room (twin beds)

Grand room

Grand Single room

Grand Double room (full double bed)

Luxury room

Luxury Single room

Luxury Triple room

Luxury Double room (full double bed)

Junior Suite

Standard Junior Suite

Suite

Suite with sea view

Suite with water view

Single Suite

Double Suite (full double bed)

Standard Suite

Standard Single Suite

Standard Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior Suite

Superior Suite with sea view

Superior Suite with water view

Superior Single Suite with sea view

Superior Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Superior Double Suite with sea view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite with water view

Premium Suite

Premium Suite with sea view

Premium Single Suite with sea view

Premium Double Suite with sea view (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed

Grand Suite

Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1

2 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 2

3 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 3

Deluxe Apartment

1 Bedroom Deluxe Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1

Studio

Studio with sea view

Economy Studio

Villa

Cottage

Superior Cottage

Superior Cottage with water view

Deluxe Cottage

Deluxe Single Cottage

Bungalow

Chalet

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