I grew up near Blumenau and everybody knew that the Plaza Hering (the former name of this hotel, when it was still owned by the Hering group) was the most exclusive in the region. When I finally stayed there, I was really disappointed. Let me explain point by point. The carpet in corridors and rooms looks dirty and is stained... More

Stayed at this hotel to attend the annual Octoberfest that is held in Blumenau. Blumenau has one of the world's largest Octoberfest held outside Germany, or actually the largest in all of the America's (from what I read). The party is indeed huge, with three very large halls playing a mix of Octoberfest music (i.e. German Polka), mixed with Rock,... More

in a city with very poor quality hotels options, Plaza is still the best option. The great advantage is the staff, friendly people who know every returning guest. The room improved after renovation, now have proof sound windows, silent air-conditiong and new and better bads. Still have noise refrigerators, not-so-good showers, old TV-set. Lightening on rooms are not so good.... More