Pousada Rotunda — Hotel in Região Geográfica Imediata de São João del Rei

Reverted to this hotel because Tiradentes was fully booked - and what a wise choice. For a start, if you travel by bus Sao Joao is the main stop on the Rio-BH route. Secondly, Tiradentes is noisy and touristy, this is a quiet backwater with still plenty to see for one morning or evening walk either side of the river. The hotel is quiet and friendly, the owners nice and helpful. A little out of the way from the bus stop, but it's a cheap taxi ride. Close to the charming railway station, for an enchanting train ride to Tiradentes - if you are keen on a touristy but still attractive 19th century mining town. Taxi travel there is not over-expensive, say on your return trip. Only criticism is about the pool - it's really only...

We had a pleasant stay, the room was quiet and clean, breakfast is simple but has a good variety of fruits, delicious cakes and breads. You can ask for some eggs as well. The swimming pool, pool table and wet sauna are located upstairs with a reasonable view. The staff is SUPER KIND, shouts to Marcia and Eduardo. Eduardo provided all the information we needed and explained everything really well. And he attended my request of an extra bed promptly. I definitely recommend this place for the great value and...

The hotel is decorated with charming, new country style furniture. The staff is very helpful. They provide you with all the info needed about the city and the tours available. The breakfast has a good variety of food and the scrambled eggs are cooked under guest's demand. The location is also good, since it is not so close to downtown, so the place is very quiet. In addition, the hotel is on a walk distance from the train station, where you can take the train and go on a lovely trip to the city...