Title: Pousada Essencia da Canastra Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Pousada Essencia da Canastra Riverwalk inn with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104100000/104094900/104094836/204b0451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Pousada Essencia da Canastra, along the riverwalk, offers a hearty breakfast daily. The outdoor area is a social hub with charcoal grills and a pool table for friendly competition. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVargem-Bonita-Hotels-Pousada-Essenca-Da-Canastra.h104094836.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVargem-Bonita-Hotels-Pousada-Essenca-Da-Canastra.h104094836.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Vargem Bonita, Pousada Essencia da Canastra is on the riverwalk. While the natural beauty of Serra da Canastra National Park and Chinela Waterfall can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can head to Blue Lagoon Quarry. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Vargem Bonita. 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Japão, 60, Vargem Bonita, MG, 37922-000 ### What's nearby - Serra da Canastra National Park - 20 min drive - 5.4 miles - Chinela Waterfall - 23 min drive - 5.0 miles ### Restaurants - ‪Recanto do surubim - ‬20 min drive - ‪Velho Chico Restaurante - ‬23 min drive - ‪Zagaia - ‬24 min drive - ‪Deck's Pub - ‬24 min drive - ‪Entreposto - ‬24 min drive ## About this property ### Pousada Essencia da Canastra Inn on the riverwalk Pousada Essencia da Canastra provides amenities, such as a free breakfast buffet and an outdoor entertainment area. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Additional perks include: - Outdoor furniture, luggage storage and a nature reserve - Barbecues, a billiards/pool table and tour/ticket information - Multilingual staff, a TV in reception and a gift shop Room features All guest rooms at Pousada Essencia da Canastra feature comforts, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers - 26-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels - Private gardens, separate sitting areas and ceiling fans ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38880000/38872200/38872141/210987c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Praia da Crioula Vargem Bonita - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=38872141&PinnedHotelID=38872141&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Heating](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34640000/34632000/34631970/9443475a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pousada Barcelos São Roque de Minas - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 39 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=34631970&PinnedHotelID=34631970&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices) - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Children's games ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Gift shop/newsstand - Luggage storage - Water dispenser ### Guest services - Housekeeping (on request) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance - Wedding services ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - In a nature reserve - On the riverwalk - Outdoor entertainment area - Outdoor furniture - Picnic area ### Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in room ### More - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 26-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels ### More - Ceiling fan - Separate sitting area ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for BRL 100.0 per day. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Rollaway bed fee: BRL 100.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information. ### Property is also known as Pousada Essenca da Canastra Pousada Essencia da Canastra Inn Pousada Essencia da Canastra Vargem Bonita Pousada Essencia da Canastra Inn Vargem Bonita ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pousada Essencia da Canastra pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Pousada Essencia da Canastra? > Pousada Essencia da Canastra doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Pousada Essencia da Canastra? > Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: noon. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Pousada Essencia da Canastra? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pousada Essencia da Canastra located? > Situated on the riverwalk, this inn is 4.9 mi (7.8 km) from Chinela Waterfall and 5.6 mi (8.9 km) from Serra da Canastra National Park. Cerradao Waterfall is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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