hitch2011
澳大利亚 · 朋友结伴 · 2014年11月
6.0“Journey back in time to this former giant of the local hotel industry”
+Perched on the hills of Teresópolis, with magnificent morning mist-covered views over the town and iconic 'Dedo de Deus,' this place screams of former glory days long gone. Awards of excellence from the 1950's (!!) still hanging on the walls attest to this hotel's prestigious legacy - at one time a most exclusive establishment, catering to Cariocan elite seeking a cool mountain retreat from their lives of privilege. Oh, how the mighty have fallen! Unrenovated for decades, this place is but a tragic shadow of its former self: Peeling paint, chipped plaster, ageing furniture, and empty, at least when we stayed. Cold at night, no heating, though extensive blankets. Patchy, slow, free WiFi. Very hot, somewhat scalding showers. On the plus side: Basic but plentiful breakfast. Very quiet. Clean. Reasonably comfortable beds. You will need a car to get to this place. The caretaker, Ricardo, is a pleasant and accommodating gentleman. For all its neglect, this place has an oddly preserved sense of authenticity, and remnants of Hotel Philipp's former charm still persist. Though luxurious no more, this well-priced option will remain attractive for some budget travellers seeking to detour from