Ponta dos Ganchos
BRAZIL
Ponta dos Ganchos is tucked away on a densely forested private peninsula just an hour from Florianopolis. A highlight of Brazil’s Emerald Coast, this beach hideaway has just 25 private villas built on to the steep hillside, offering spectacular views over the jungle canopy to the sea beyond. When guests tire of the plunge pools, in-room saunas and spacious suites the villas offer, days can be filled with boat trips, yacht excursions, diving, hiking trails, yoga, treatments at the Sisley Spa and tennis. Privacy and personalised service is the order of the day; guests are welcome to enjoy a private dinner on the hotel’s private island, sip caipirinhas on the beach, or enjoy a picnic in the hotel gardens as they enjoy unrivalled views of the Emerald Coast.
Quick Facts
Number of Rooms: 25 Villas, split into 7 categories: Anhatomorim, Especial Anhatomirim, Arvoredo, Da Vila, Especial Da Vila, Esmeralda & Especial Esmeralda. For detailed descriptions please see the Ponta dos Ganchos website.
Rates: From £430 GBP per night during low season (May – September). Please note that breakfast is included in all rates, and a 3% ISS tax will be added. For more details, please refer to the Ponta dos Ganchos website.
Booking Options: Note that rates are higher in peak times and holidays; the hotel can provide further details with regards to rates prior to booking confirmation.
Dates of Operation: Year round
Membership: AMEX FHR, Virtuoso, Select Hotels & Resorts
Amenities: All villas have sea views, wooden decking overlooking the forest canopy and coastline, spacious bathrooms and dressing areas, king size beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, air conditioning, fireplace, coffee machines/wine cellars, digital safes and tvs. Depending on category, rooms also have outdoor plunge pools, in-room saunas, whirlpool baths, whilst the Especial Esmeralda also boasts a private fitness centre and infinity pool.
Gastronomy: An a la carte breakfast is served from 7.30am in Espaco das Bateiras (Bateiras is a typical local fishing boat), a wooden building overlooking a neighbouring bay used by local fishermen. Lunch and Dinner are served at Vezela restaurant by the beach, whilst twice a week (Wednesdays and Saturdays) there is a seafood grill and barbeque lunch served in the Veleza gardens above the beach. Meals are very flexible with no fixed times; guests are welcome to breakfast, lunch and dine at a time that suits them. Private dinners can also be arranged on the Island, the beach or the Veleza gardens, whilst guests are also welcome to enjoy private picnics elsewhere in the hotel grounds.
Key Info
“Ponta dos Ganchos is family-owned, run by Nicholas Peluffo and his sister Virginia, both of whom take pride in its tranquility and unostentatious luxury… always trying to bridge the traditional gap between what guests want and what suits management. Breakfast, for instance - with an optional tasting menu - is available all day.”
Additional Information
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Whilst Ponta dos Ganchos is designed principally for adults, it has a flexible minimum age policy, so please do enquire with the team. The property is set within a quiet and secluded spot, so is best suited for those looking to relax and enjoy the privacy and scenery Ponta dos Ganchos has to offer. With separate, private villas and other facilities spread out through the forest, the design is perfect for couples looking for a romantic break. Given the setting, with steep steps and walkways connecting different parts of the property, those with mobility issues should check with the hotel before booking. Note that guests can request buggies to travel between parts of the property.
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Ponta dos Ganchos’ peaceful, quiet and secluded setting offers an unrivalled opportunity to relax and unwind. For those looking for a more active trip, there is plenty on offer. The small islands surrounding the beach protect it from the larger bay and the Atlantic Ocean beyond, making it a wonderful swimming spot - snorkels, masks and flippers are provided at the hotel’s beach, as are canoes and stand up paddle boards. There is an indoor pool for the cooler winter months, and a gym for those looking to stay active; yoga can also be arranged, either in-villa or elsewhere in the hotel’s grounds. Staff can arrange boat trips (either by traditional fishing boat, complete with oysters and champagne, or by modern motor boat for those looking for more of a thrill) as well as excursions further afield such as guided hikes, rafting, scuba diving and paragliding. On site, guests can enjoy tennis and beach tennis, explore the grounds via short nature trails, and unwind over a game of pool in the hotel’s games room, or with a movie in the private cinema. The Spa by Sisley looks over the sea and offers a variety of pampering therapies, massages and treatments.
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Ponta dos Ganchos is an all-year-round destination. High Season is from December to April, where daytime temperatures are higher but, thanks to the coastal breeze, tend not to exceed 30 degrees centigrade. Travelling in the warmer months is ideal for guests looking to enjoy time sunbathing and swimming at the hotel’s beach. Due to the higher humidity during January and February these months can experience tropical downpours. During the winter months of June to September temperatures usually reach around 21 degrees centigrade.
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The vast majority of the workforce at Ponta dos Ganchos are local residents from the fishing village. Many of them are sons and daughters of the local fishing community itself.
In the Organic Garden organic waste goes through a composting process, and is used for fertilizing the vegetable garden. All waste is recycled and treated waste water from the sewage station is used for gardening. Rainwater is harvested for laundry and to wash the hotel’s vehicles.
The bungalows have an intelligent and sustainable design, with cross ventilation, solar panels, green rooves, and have been built using sustainably-sourced timber. More than ten thousand native tree seedlings have been planted in the surrounding area.
Property Location
Getting There: The nearest airport is in Florianopolis (FLN), an hour by car from the hotel. A return transfer in a private executive car can be arranged by the hotel and costs approximately BRL 1,100.00 (GBP £150), for 2 people with an English-speaking driver.
There is a boat from Florianopolis Airport which takes 45 mins and is a nice way to see some more of the Emerald Coast. The boat docks at Jurerê Marina Pier. Depending on the type of boat, the cost for this experience starts at BRL 5,500.00 per couple (GBP £770), with an estimated travel time from the marina in Jurerê of 40 minutes.
A helicopter transfer takes 20 minutes and offers a stunning view of the Emerald Coast. Please contact the team at Ponta dos Ganchos for availability and prices.
TAP Portugal operate a direct flight between Lisbon and Florianopolis.
