You arrive by ferry and Asalem collects you by boat taxi. No cars are allowed on the Island and all your travelling is done by boat taxi. My photos will not adequately show the immense beauty of this Pousada which has the perfect setting. It is well run by very discreet staff who are corteous, efficient and most professional. The... more

My boyfriend and I decided to splurge on our stay in Ilha Grande and book Asalem, but we were disappointed with the hotel. On the positive side, the rooms were nice, the location was good, delicious local meals (but expensive), kayaks were great, and there were nice touches like lit candles at your door at night. But the bedroom and... more

My girlfriend and I stayed for four nights in April 2008. The location is fantastic, picturesque and quiet but only a short boat ride from the bustling town of Abraoo. The rooms are clean and comfortable and because of its size there is always space to spread out and find a place of your own. The lack of a TV... more

I haev traveled through out Brazil, but this place sticks out. The owners are great-hospitable, but not corny. Ilha Grande is astoundingly beautiful and Asalem captures it perfectly. MUST STAY HERE at least once in your life. more

We took the ferry from Angra dos reis, cost 6 reals per person. Arrived at the dock where Levy came to collect us on the taxi boat, and took us to Asalem. We were greeted by friendly staff, and shown our room, the view was abosolutley breath-taking, and definately the best view on the whole island. The room was clean... more

My wife and I spent four lovely nights at Asalem as part of our honeymoon in August ’07. Accommodations and food: The room was clean and pretty, with the bed in a nice little loft area, and a living room with mini fridge, hammock, and attached bathroom below. The fridge was kept stocked with snacks and beverages, which (if consumed)... more

I just returned from a trip to Rio and Ilha Grande, where we stayed for 4 nights at Asalem. Ilha Grande was a wonderful respite after the energy of Rio, with beautiful jungle and beaches, but I honestly thought that Asalem was the most beautiful spot that I saw on the whole island. The view from the rooms is spectacular,... more

Ilha Grande is a beautiful Island retreat two and a half hours from Rio de Janeiro and Asalem has to be the most beautiful place to stay on the island. Accesible by water taxi, Asalem has four suites and is a really intimate place to stay. The rooms are on a hill and on two levels- downstairs there is a... more

Ilha Grande being an island quite untouched by main stream tourism is wonderful already. Pousada Asalem fits in very well. The owners are working hard to make your stay worthwile. The food is much better than in the restaurants in the town nearby. The rooms are simple, but adequate. There is no luxury here, but you will not miss it.... more