I was visiting Brazil for my first time this past May and June, 2011. And after spending time in Rio, I wanted to see and experience a more northerly, tropical state in Brazil. I'd read that the area near Recife had great beaches, so I decided to give the northeast corner of Brazil a whirl. I found Banana Country Pousada... More

Been going every year with the same two friends. The garden and pool are 5 star. Rooms are basic and not for those who require luxury in the jungle. Difficult to leave the property where the host/owners take great care of us. Surrounding area has great beaches. Recife and Olinda close enough for touring. If you are looking for peace... More

we had a stay for three weeks there and it was simple unforgettable fantastic. the nature in this clean and tidy resort is overwhelming, a real little paradise. the beaches are a 10minutes walk downhill and are huge! though it is (still) not a very touristic area (something we appreciated most!) you can find peace and relaxation. the pool ist... More

P.s. Recife/Permanbucco does not do 5* luxury, in the western European context. Although there are numerous that will claim they do, and happily charge you at 5* rates. Banana Country is what it claims to be....Safe, clean, relaxed and modestly priced. I was collected at the airport by a name plaque carrying taxi driver, who is known personally to the... More

advertised on their website as a gay resort near the beaches south of recife, this place is a depressing dump. I booked a nine night stay, arrived to see a faded and ripped gay pride flag at the entrance after driving more than a kilometer on a rutted dirt road. located in the middle of a rainforest, the place is... More