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Pousada Mercador

A compact 3-star pousada in Paraty with six rooms, a swimming pool, and easy access to the Toca da Ingracia Waterfall.

  • 5-minute walk to Toca da Ingracia Waterfall
  • Outdoor swimming pool with shallow end
  • Parking on site and VIP check-in/out
7.3 Very good 67 reviews Booking.com 7.3 · 67 reviews

About

Pousada Mercador

Pousada Mercador is a small, 3-star guesthouse in Paraty, set just a 5-minute walk from the Toca da Ingracia Waterfall. With only six rooms, it offers an intimate stay, and each room looks out to the mountains. The property includes an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end, along with practical amenities such as parking, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning.

The pousada provides a straightforward base for exploring the area, with a check-in window from 13:30 to 21:00 and a midday checkout. Rooms come with private bathrooms, and the family twin room offers flexibility with single or double beds. While the overall rating is moderate, the staff score stands out at 8.5.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Staff are highly rated — Guest reviews consistently point to attentive and friendly service, with the staff category scoring 8.5—the highest of all rated aspects.
  • Walkable waterfall access — The pousada is a 5-minute walk from Toca da Ingracia Waterfall, making it easy to reach a natural highlight without needing a car.
  • Outdoor pool on site — The property has an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end, ideal for cooling off or for families with children.
  • Practical room amenities — Rooms include air conditioning, a mini-bar, tea and coffee facilities, and some have pool views—comforts that enhance a stay in a tropical climate.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Small scale means limited options — With only 6 rooms, availability is tight and the pousada may feel intimate, but it could be less suitable for those seeking larger facilities or more privacy.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not permit pets, so travellers with animals will need to look elsewhere.
  • Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only from 13:30 to 21:00, which might be inconvenient for late arrivals or early flights.
  • Moderate overall rating — The overall guest rating of 7.3 is below the area average of 8.7, suggesting the experience may not match other nearby properties.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Private Bathroom Double Room

  • 1 Double bed

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Housekeeping

Room

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Pool

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Shallow end

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.3
Very good 67 reviews

Guest-rated 7.3/10 from 67 reviews

Booking.com · 7.3 · 67 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Paraty

The property sits in Paraty.

Location: The pousada is in Paraty, a historic town on Brazil's Costa Verde, known for its colonial architecture and coastal scenery. It's a short walk to the Toca da Ingracia Waterfall, a popular natural spot.

Rua Jose Gregorio De Barros, Quadra 09, Portao De Ferro I, Paraty - Rj, 23970-000, Paraty, Rio de Janeiro, 23970-000, Brazil

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 13:30-21:00
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
6 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 13:30 to 21:00, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, parking is available on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at the property.

Does the hotel have air conditioning?

Yes, air conditioning is available in the rooms, including the Family Twin Room.

Is there a pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end.

How far is the waterfall from the hotel?

Toca da Ingracia Waterfall is a 5-minute walk from the hotel.

The bottom line

Pousada Mercador suits travellers who want a simple, well-located base near the waterfall, with friendly staff and a pool. It may not deliver the polish of higher-rated pousadas in the area, but for a short stay it offers good value.

7.3The bottom line

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