When we arrived by hotel boat from Abraão, the staff came to the pier to welcome us and helping carrying the luggage. At once I felt the special atmosphere in this mini resort. Our room was a two floor, asian inspired flat. Everything was clean and tidy, and it felt homey at once. We also had a big veranda with hammock. This together with the amazing seaview, a glass of red wine and free wireless internet.....Do I have to say more?
We took a bath down at their small, private pier. I kindly asked if they could bring my friend a caipirinha, and the answer was YES! -with a smile.
In the evening we had dinner in their VERY nice restaurant. I should have brought a girlfriend instead of a colleague, but that I can only blame myself. The restaurant was very romantic... If I have to put a finger on something, it must be the beef I ordered. It was too well done - when I ordered medium "bloody." But after all the food, and the wine recommendation from the waiter was good. And so was our tip :)
(Full dinner for two, including a botle of wine = 250 R$)
The next morning we had a relaxing breakfast, with delicious scrambled eggs, sausage mix in tomato sauce, fresh orange juice, chocolate cake (I'm very weak at vacation...) and coffee. This together with the ocean view, and the sound of the jungle in the background, made it all very exclusive.
Unfortunately Sagu resort was fully booked the next day, so we could not extend our stay. We searched for a new place in Abraão, without luck. When we returned to Sagu to pick up our luggage, we asked the manager if he could help us. We had already called our travelling agent for help as well, and everything seemed fully booked. After staying at a luxury place like Sagu, you don't dream about staying the next night at a hostel...........(!!!!) The answer from the manager was: "Please sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee, I will fix some nice alternatives for you guys." And so he did! He brought us to the next resort by hotel boat. This shows that there is still businesses in the world that understand extraordinary service, and not only big, commercial hotels wondering if your staying at an important companys expenses.....
We payed approx. 400 R$ a night at Sagu. It was worth every penny (or Reals) of it!
I will be back, but next time with a girlfriend :)
- Sagu Mini Hotel
- Sagu Mini Ilha Grande
