Villa Escondida is off the beach, and that is a good thing! The beach in Zipolite can be noisy, both the party scene and the waves crashing. Many of the beach rooms in Zipolite are really substandard. After a long day in the sand, it is wonderful to take that 5 minute walk to Juliana´s paradise. The compound is completely... More

Guliania has spent decades building & improving her residencia, Villa Escondida. The Villa has a lot charm - beautiful terraced stone work & landscaping overwhelm the 1st time visitor. She rewards long-stay guests w/ 1/2 prices. Turi, the general manager & evening cook is great - warm & welcoming. Guiliana is stern & demanding, but if she didn't run a... More

The place is nice: it's on top of the hills surrounding Zipolite beach, just 10 minutes walking far from the beach. Rooms are clean, almost everyone has bathroom and some of them also has a kitchen. We stayed in bungalow with a beautiful view of the ocean, where you can see amazing sunsets. Internet connection is quite good, there is... More

If you expect fresh towels on your bed everyday and a perfectly sanitized room, this is not the place for you. But if you like funkier hotels, with a little soul, good light, and decent price, this is a great option. It's a short walk to the beach, the only noise that could keep you up is a nearby rooster.... More