Itatiaia

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waterfall in the forest, river, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
waterfall in the forest, river, Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
waterfall in the forest - Brazil - 
Rio de Janeiro
The "Itatiaia National Park" is located in a city called Itatiaia, 2 hours from the center of Rio de Janeiro and to get where this photo was taken, it is necessary to walk 10 kilometers by car up a dirt road at the entrance of the upper part of the Park near the place known as "Posto Marcão". The park has several accesses, many possibilities of footpaths and crossings and it is possible to camp.
#GreatOutDoors
The "Itatiaia National Park" is located in a city called Itatiaia, 2 hours from the center of Rio de Janeiro and to get there is necessary to walk 10 kilometers by car up a dirt road at the entrance of the upper part of the Park. That has many possibilities of footpaths and crossings and it is possible to camp.
That mountain behind is called “Prateleiras de Itatiaia” and its possible to climb or go near the top with a guide. #GreatOutDoors

Where to stay in Itatiaia

Colorful Umbrella Hanging on Ceiling Decoration

Penedo

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Travelers like the parks in Penedo, and Pequena Finlândia is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Penedo
San Sebastian Church - Visconde de Maua

Visconde de Mauá

Travelers like the waterfalls in Visconde de Mauá, and Vale do Pavão is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Visconde de Mauá
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Campo Alegre

Campo Alegre might not have many top sights, but Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center and Pequena Finlândia are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Campo Alegre
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Vale do Ermitão

While Vale do Ermitão isn't home to many top sights, Rio Palmital Waterfall and Tres Cachoeiras are some notable places to visit nearby.

Vale do Ermitão
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Casal Garcia II

While there might not be top attractions in Casal Garcia II, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Itatiaia National Park Visitor Center and Pequena Finlândia.

Casal Garcia II
Vila Francesa Hotel

Vila Francesa Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Brasil 653 Itatiaia RJ
$37 nightly
The price is $39 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$39 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Casa do Chocolate and Pequena Finlândia are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (153 reviews)
Atendimento muito bom, áreas comuns bem conservadas e o café da manhã muito gostoso, também oferecem um chá da tarde que é bem agradável. Apesar do quarto que ficamos ter um pouco de cheiro de mofo, haviam algumas pequenas infiltrações, não atrapalhou muito a experiência, mas podem cuidar disso.

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Vila Francesa Hotel
Vert Hotel Spa

Vert Hotel Spa

3 out of 5
R. do Lago, 60 Itatiaia RJ
$113 nightly
The price is $119 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$119 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Pequena Finlândia and Casa do ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (153 reviews)
Ótimas instalações, novas e perfumadas. Excelente café da manhã e equipe atenciosa. Nota 10!

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Vert Hotel Spa
Hotel Casa Encantada Penedo

Hotel Casa Encantada Penedo

3 out of 5
Av. Finlandia, 70 - Centro Itatiaia
$27 nightly
The price is $29 total per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
$29 total
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Itatiaia. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a sauna. Popular attractions Shopping Vale dos Duendes and Pequena Finlândia are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (496 reviews)
Very polite staff

Reviewed on Dec 29, 2019

Hotel Casa Encantada Penedo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Apart Sol Nascente

Apart Sol Nascente

3 out of 5
Av. Dr. Arnaldo Marzotto 66 Itatiaia Rio de Janeiro
Stay at this apartment in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lelumuseo Toy Museum and Casa do Chocolate are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Stay somewhere nicer
The walls were very thin and vents connected to neighbors, so everything could be heard from neighboring apartments. Multiple guys who didn't look like they were even staying at the property were outside being very loud until late at night. The bed was so soft it felt like I was sinking to the floor ...

Reviewed on Jul 1, 2025

Apart Sol Nascente
Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina

Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina

3 out of 5
Av. Tebas 202 Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lelumuseo Toy Museum and Casa do Chocolate are ...
Casa 3 Vale dos Reis Penedo com Piscina
Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá

Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá

2.5 out of 5
Estr. do Vale das Cruzes Itatiaia RJ
Stay at this chalet in Itatiaia. Enjoy free WiFi and free parking. Popular attractions Natural Pool and Vale do Pavão are located nearby.
Allamanda Flats Visconde de Mauá
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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