If you are planning a trip to Brazil, these boutique hideaways should definitely be on your radar.  While I may have written this round-up back in 2014 for Conde Nast Traveller, they still remain amongst my favourite affordable places to stay in Brazil.  Hit them all in one trip and you'll have cracked it!   

For an updated (and considerably more expensive) selection, you can pursue my piece on Brazil's Top Suites featured in Elite Traveler. 

Finally...If you seek independent, great value accommodation that's full of charm but often lacks the glossy images to get featured in the travel magazines, then i highly recommend you check out the wonderful website Hidden Pousadas - now you have it, my sourcing secret!