Pousada do Engenho

3.5 star property
Lakefront pousada with free breakfast and a fitness center

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Bungalow, Sauna (Master) | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Exterior
Superior Bungalow, Jetted Tub | Living area | LCD TV, fireplace, DVD player
Seasonal outdoor pool
Bungalow, Sauna (Master) | Premium bedding, minibar, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Bar

Explore the area

Map
Rua Odon Calcante, 330, São Francisco de Paula, RS, 95400000
  • São Bernardo Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Municipal Natural Park of Ronda
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Buddhist Temple Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

Bungalow, Sauna (Master)

  • 1830 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Bungalow, Jetted Tub

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Bungalow, Jetted Tub

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Bungalow, Jetted Tub

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

São Francisco de Paula

Pousada do Engenho places you 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from Buddhist Temple Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling and 24 mi (38.6 km) from Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes. This 3.5-star pousada welcomes guests with 15 rooms and conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • São Bernardo Lake - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Municipal Natural Park of Ronda - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Buddhist Temple Chagdud Gonpa Khadro Ling - 27 min drive - 15.9 miles
  • Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes - 43 min drive - 28.1 miles
  • Black Lake Park - 55 min drive - 34.2 miles

Getting around

  • Salgado Filho Intl. Airport (POA) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Xis do Vini - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lanches Dona Laura - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jardim Madá - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Pasta Nostra Tratoria - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Galeteria Casa da Dinda - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Pousada do Engenho

Lakefront pousada with free breakfast and a fitness center
Pousada do Engenho offers a gym, a steam room, and free WiFi in public areas. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage and concierge services. Additional amenities include meeting rooms, a seasonal outdoor pool, and free use of bicycles.
LCD TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer jetted tubs, hair dryers, and designer toiletries. Fireplaces, furnished lanais, and minibars are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the pousada include a steam room, a fitness center, a seasonal outdoor pool, and complimentary bicycles.

Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, health club, fitness facility, or hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Casa de Babette

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 2000
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: noon
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 10 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 14 and younger (only guests older than 14 are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present—in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo—a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • The seasonal pool is open from October to March.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the pousada at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Pousada Engenho Sao Francisco de Paula
Engenho Sao Francisco de Paula
Do Engenho Brazil
Pousada do Engenho Pousada (Brazil)
Pousada do Engenho São Francisco de Paula
Pousada do Engenho Pousada (Brazil) São Francisco de Paula

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Pousada do Engenho?

Pousada do Engenho provides free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Pousada do Engenho?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pousada do Engenho on Jun 10, 2025 start from $294.36, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to do within easy reach of Pousada do Engenho?

This pousada is located in São Francisco de Paula within a short 7-minute walk of São Bernardo Lake. Municipal Natural Park of Ronda is also within a driving distance of 2.3 mi.

Is parking available on site at Pousada do Engenho?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the pousada.

Is there a spa at Pousada do Engenho?

Spa services at the pousada include reflexology and massages.

Does Pousada do Engenho feature a casino?

No, Pousada do Engenho doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Pousada do Engenho?

No, this pousada doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from October until March.

What do couples enjoy most about Pousada do Engenho?

This lakeside pousada offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace as well as a poolside bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Pousada do Engenho?

No, but all accommodations at this pousada have jetted bathtubs.

Does Pousada do Engenho have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pousada do Engenho serves free buffet breakfast at Casa de Babette each morning.

Does Pousada do Engenho allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pousada do Engenho.

Does Pousada do Engenho have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this pousada.

Are there rooms with balconies at Pousada do Engenho?

Yes, every accommodation at Pousada do Engenho comes with a furnished lanai.

Does Pousada do Engenho have a wedding venue on site?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Pousada do Engenho.

Pousada do Engenho Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Romeu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

PAULO R F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pousada incrível , uma paz acolhedora e contato com a natureza. Simplesmente perfeita !
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

OSNIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rafael sartori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente experiência, ótimo para casais.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matheus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Pousada muito agradável e atendimento impecável. A Estrela é a gata mais dócil que já conhecemos. Recomendo!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosângela Espindola

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTIANE E

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Uma das melhores pousadas que já fui

Perfeita. Lugar mágico e tudo muito organizado , lindo . Comida maravilhosa, funcionários mega atenciosos.. voltarei com certeza
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantástico

Não consigo achar um ponto negativo. Vale o valor investido.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pedro

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Marlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Sem defeitos

Simplesmente encantadora. Impecavel. Comida deliciosa, atendimento maravilhoso,funcionarios nota mil. Amei tudo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pousada excelente, destaque especial para o atendimento. Recomendo muito, com certeza voltarei!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótimo local

Excelente pousada, com todo o conforto, local muto bem cuidado e atendimento caprichado.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Matheus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Laise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Surpreendeu

Viajamos para ir a um evento na cidade, e a hospedagem nao era o ponto principal, mas isso ocorreu até chegarmos na Pousada. Atendimento incrivel, lugar com uma energia unica, fez com que a estadia se transformasse no ponto alto da viagem. Com certeza iremos retornar
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claudiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

angela

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Razoável

Razoável, apesar do local ser excelente o atendimento, café da manhã e refeições deixou a desejar.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfeita em todos emderalhes
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ana Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfeito para quem precisa desligar e tem pouco tempo para férias.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verônica Verleine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019