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World-Class Design and Gastronomy in a Picturesque Neighborhood
Powered By TripAdvisorFrom the moment you arrive, it is quite clear, given the stunning nautically inspired architecture, Hotel Unique is beyond compare. This sense of distinction, of approaching the hotel experience in a novel way, continues inside with suites featuring flooring that curves up and transforms into a wall, along with a pool that boasts a unique water slide. As you sample eclectic dishes at the rooftop restaurant and bar, browse art and design books in the library, and work out with a personal trainer at the fitness center, it becomes clear why Condé Nast Traveler named this urban sanctuary the Best Hotel in South America. Hotel Unique more than lives up to its name.
- Stay in style at one of the 94 spacious and contemporary guestrooms and suites
- Watch São Paulo light up at dusk from chic rooftop restaurant and bar Skye
- Take a dip in one of two indoor pools, each featuring an underwater sound system
- Treat your and your partner to one of three romantic experiences: Dream RED, Dream PURPLE, or Dream BLUE
- Visit Sala Spa for the signature Unique Sense massage or rejuvenating therapies using Caudalie products
Hotel Unique appears as if a gargantuan cruise liner has docked among the skyscrapers of São Paulo. What’s inside is even more surprising, with highlights that include circular windows in guestrooms and a bar that is home to a 60-ft wall decorated with rows of gin, whisky, vodka, and rum. The crown jewel is the rooftop sundeck, with its unusually colored crimson pool and panoramic views of São Paulo.
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Accommodations
With a clean, modern design, Hotel Unique’s 94 guestrooms and suites offer stylish, sophisticated living quarters for your stay in São Paulo. Every detail, from the creative lighting fixtures and the Trussardi 300-thread-count bed sheets to the bathrooms featuring see-through glass partitions, has been carefully considered to deliver an inimitable experience. Additional novel aspects include circular windows and, in each of the suites, the hotel’s signature “infinite” flooring, where the wooden floor seamlessly curves up into the wall.
The guestrooms are cozy, with workstations and Nespresso coffee machines, while each of the four types of suites — Broadway, Rodeo Drive, Champs-Élysées, and Oasis — deliver grandeur and separated living areas. The latter is especially lavish. Featuring 3,552 sq ft of space, there is a dining area, a living room, a library, and a sundeck, complete with a Jacuzzi.
Upon arrival, you are welcomed with a fizzing glass of Champagne while taking in the hotel’s striking architecture. A 24-hour concierge team and available room service menu cater to your travel plans as well as your late-night cravings. Luxury Ipanema sandals and Trussardi bathrobes can be found in all accommodations. Small dogs and cats are welcome, with food bowls and other amenities provided if requested.
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The innovative Chef Emmanuel Bassoleil directs the hotel’s gastronomy. Head to rooftop restaurant and bar Skye for an eclectic menu with remarkable skyline views or take up at The Wall for light bites and enticing cocktails with a casual yet slick ambiance.
Skye – In between sun loungers and cacti, beside the uniquely stylish crimson pool, this rooftop restaurant and bar delivers an extensive list of drinks alongside views of Ibirapuera Park and the São Paulo skyline. Helmed by French-born Chef Emmanuel Bassoleil, the chic hot spot serves up a charming and diverse menu with global influences.
The Wall – Named for the stylish, 60-ft wall of bottles that looks like a contemporary art installation, The Wall fosters a relaxed, inviting ambiance and features a large selection of drinks and snacks. Pop in after you have browsed the adjacent library, which has a collection of books on art, architecture, design, and fashion.
Activities at Hotel Unique
Head to the Body & Soul fitness center for a workout using state-of-the-art equipment, or take a dip in one of the two heated indoor swimming pools. Unwind in a sauna or a steam room, and visit Sala Spa for a rejuvenating facial, massage, or body therapy, tailored to whatever your mind or muscles need. True to its name, the hotel also offers unique “dream experiences — romantic Dream RED, spicy Dream PURPLE, and relaxing Dream BLUE — experiential packages that include amenities ranging from couple’s spa therapy to a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Brut.
A short stroll will take you to Ibirapuera Park, which hosts a number of museums and galleries including the Museu Afro Brasil and the Ibirapuera Auditorium, as well as outdoor yoga and capoeira classes. For shopping, head to Oscar Freire Street, a well-loved destination for luxury brands such as Bulgari, Dior, and Versace. For incredible vistas of the city, head to the neo-gothic São Paulo Cathedral.
Location
Near the extraordinarily beautiful and popular Ibirapuera Park in São Paulo, Hotel Unique is based in Jardim Paulista, a leafy and affluent neighborhood. The immediate area is a popular destination for dining out, with an abundance of restaurants within walking distance of the hotel. You can be within the city’s center in roughly 15–20 minutes by car.
Address
AV Brigadeiro Luis, São Paulo, SP, Brazil
Transportation
- Airport
- São Paulo–Guarulhos International Airport is 21 mi / 34 km from the hotel
- São Paulo–Congonhas Airport is 4 mi / 6 km away
- Train
- Estação Cidade Jardim station is 2.5 mi / 4 km away
- Metro
- Brigadeiro station is 1.5 mi / 2.5 km away
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Great iconic hotel and incredibly friendly staff
Sat Jul 19 2025 07:58:16 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by abdulmoak
Staff are amazing, very knowledgeable and cooperative. Great welcoming and warm. Location is great and safe. Cleanness is 10/10
SP Arte Visit
Fri Apr 04 2025 14:31:16 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Sightseer53497454944
Cool, super competent staff, friendly service, great location, perfect for business. Great breakfast, quality coffee, tasty omelet and an açai smoothie to die for. Special thanks to the concierge team that was extremely helpful. Definitely return soon.
An absolutely wonderful experience
Tue Mar 04 2025 11:14:34 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by Ross A
This Hotel is called the Unique Hotel and the running joke for us was how Unique everything actually is; the architecture, the lighting, the way the windows are shaped, how they open and close and how the lights automatically turn on and off when you need them. Even the towels are kept on a rack that keeps them heated. There are so many more unique twists but I do want to mention that the staff and concierges take their jobs seriously and all of them had a very positive impact on our vacation. Great people with wonderful suggestions and recommendations delivered in a very friendly manner. As amazing as the architecture is it's always the "people" who make the biggest difference!
Tranquil Oasis in the heart of Brazilian Gotham.
Mon Oct 28 2024 10:30:50 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by 460zq
*This is a true 5-star hotel, in my opinion* I can be neurotic and particular, to say the least, and from my initial contact pre-booking to check out, they handled everything flawlessly. My first communication was with Bianca (concierge team), who spoke with me at length (at least 25 to 30 minutes) and convinced me to consider staying at this property. I am particular about my morning routine, which involves coffee, and she was able to address my concerns....btw another recommendation to the hotel, Brazil is well known for quality coffee. There is no place for Illy or Nescafe with so many phenomenal Brazilian offerings. Next, I spoke with Gabriela in reservations who worked with me in finding a reservation to our liking. Prior to our arrival, I sent a very long list of questions about Sao Paulo, itinerary ideas, culture/cuisine, etc which was handled professionally and with meticulous care by the concierge staff (Samuel, Pablo and Gabriela). Check-in was flawless and quite relaxing. The property is beautiful. The front desk staff was also 5-star in service. They were also more like an extension of the concierge staff and were able to answer many of my questions. Thank you, everyone, and Matheus! There were some complaints in the previous reviews regarding the rooms. Honestly, I believe that the rooms are more along the lines of a 4 star + but with the housekeeping services paying very close attention to detail, visiting 2 to 3 times a day, it was much more like a real 5 star. So, this ended up not being a real concern. As for the room itself, clean and quite comfortable. Again, flawless service per housekeeping and the hotel staff. The rooftop restaurant was a regular evening haunt for us, with spectacular views of the skyline and decent cocktails. The arancini was excellent as well. Throughout the stay, Pablo and Bianca followed up with us and made our stay memorable. They called and made reservations for us at restaurants/lounges around Sao Paulo, which was quite helpful. The gym was quite functional for a hotel gym, and the indoor pools were clean and well maintained. Overall, this was truly a 5 star experience all around. Special thanks to Pablo, Bianca, the rest of the concierge team and the front desk staff. I will stay here exclusively on my future visits to Sao Paulo, I was considering the Rosewood prior to my visit, but I'm glad I chose to stay at Unique.
A real gem in the city
Mon Oct 14 2024 13:27:34 GMT+0000 (Coordinated Universal Time) by ReadyForThisJelly
This is a great hotel whose design lives up to its name—unique. The room had plenty of great touches, like a porthole window and integrated music. The service was impeccable and the rooftop pool and restaurant is a real gem in the city. Highly recommend.
