Tryp hotels use to be a perfect option for business people by a decent value.
Tryp Itaim is more expensive than it should be.
A normal hotel, but in a fantastic location.
The best way to stay in Tryp Itaim is to book in advance (cheaper) and forget all the extras: take breakfast outside and buy some water in any other place.
And enjoy the dream quality you will have.

The Tryp Itaim is located in a very nice spot in the district of Itaim Bibi in São Paulo. In theory its location is near to main exits of the district going to most important parts of the city: South to Av. Brigadeiro Faria Lima (and then Marginal Pinheiros, Tietê e exit from São Paulo); North to Av. 9 de Julho (to downtown) and Av. Santo Amaro (and then to Airport of Congonhas). But in reality the transit is awful at rush hour. The good news is if your commitments are near the district it will make your life much easier. Mainly, if you're for leisure, you'll be at walking distance from some of the best restaurants in the city at for the district of Vila Olimpia, with various bars and dancing clubs.

For the Hotel itself, it is a comfortable hotel, with nice and just renewed facilities (at least, in common areas). The standard rooms have the appearance of being quite old, but this is due to the old carpet still used. It seems that the executive and luxury rooms (which are more expensive) don’t have it anymore. But, even with carpet, the room is well cleaned and the bed is very comfortable and big. Furniture is in really good condition and the amenities of bathroom are good also. You have a nice desk in the room to work and cable TV with international channels. The rooms just lack of two things: (a) a silent air conditioning and (b) iron and iron board for clothes (I tend to compare the Hotels of same standard with the Hotel Quality, which has iron and it is very useful for business travelers).

In general, it has a regular value for money comparable with similar rated Hotels in the city. I just think that the breakfast should be less expensive (though it is a nice continental type with fruits, juice, “carbs” and integral options) and the Hotel charges 10% of service.

Great location. Pleasant environment. Courteous staff. Spacious room. Comfortable bed. Good night’s sleep. Nice work desk. Sizable closet. Perfect shower.
The air-conditioner was a bit noisy though but effective. Tv was an outdated one. They should totally move to flat screens or at least the new crt’s.
Didn’t use the gym or the pool which was on the top floor and totally regret it. As a terrace pool it was amazing.
Front desk was courteous and friendly although English can be a bit of a challenge depending on who is on duty.
Cabs available right outside which was super convenient.
Lot of restaurants around this location including some vegetarian options.
Felt totally safe to walk around in this area.

I spend two nights at the Tryp Itaim during a business trip to Sao Paulo. I chose it for its location -close to Faria Lima avenue, a few minutes walk from many of the most important companies in the city.

As I said, the location is very convenient although the hotel is in a dark, narrow street without much to do or see. Not the best option if you're a tourist, but OK for business.

I didn't see much of the hotel other of my room. I booked a Premium room so it was more up to date than the standard ones; however, nothing fancy. It was quite small, the bed was good but nothing extraordinary and the bathroom was well appointed, but also small. A good range of toiletries was added nice touch. Anyway, the only thing I really liked about the room was that it had a balcony with a nice street view, in the 13th floor.

Another thing I liked was complimentary wifi connection in the room. It was OK for e-mail or other basic tasks.

I asked for room service once and it was quite good -reasonable variety, open 24 hours, fast service, average prices for Sao Paulo.

I don't have much to say about general service. It was average, although check out took longer than expected because there was only one employee at 'rush hour' (8.30-9am).

I would probably stay here again but I know there are many better places to stay in the same area.