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We are going to try to resist commenting on Hotel Unique's name, as it should be obvious enough from the photos that it is an appropriate one. The design is inescapable — the structure is by Niemeyer protegé Ruy Ohtake (himself one of Brazil's most famous architects) and takes the form of a half-disc, flat at the top, like a penny perched on its edge, with the top half sawn off. The result is not just a striking silhouette, but an ingenious way to skirt the 85-meter maximum height restriction, while concentrating its guest rooms toward the top for ideal city views — in fact there are only 4 rooms on the narrow second floor, and 30 on the top floor.
Alternately, the hotel resembles a cartoon boat — the face is weathered copper, with circular porthole windows, and the curved underbelly that would be the ship's bow and stern are paneled in wood. Ribbon-thin sheets of concrete anchor the fore and aft to the ground (and guard against the seeming possibility of the whole thing rolling over). The rooftop lounge is floored in wood, like the deck of an old ship, and the water is up here as well in the form of a deep crimson swimming pool (which, we admit, seems a bit more decorative than functional).
It was a matter of much controversy that Ohtake was not allowed to design the interiors, but designer João Armentano's gain is ours as well — his restrained spaces aim to balance Ohtake's flair for the dramatic, and the result is unexpectedly harmonious and relaxed.
Still, this is a self-consciously hip boutique hotel, and the decor is highly modern, anything but conservative. Reception, rather than the typical imposing monolith, is just a couple of chairs around a small table with a bottle of chilled champagne. The guest rooms may not be as overstated as the structure, but they have their own daring flourishes. Rooms at the edges curve with the outer wall's arc, and furnishings extend mischievously into the upper corners. The bathrooms are a bit avant-garde, with sliding dividers separating (or not separating) them from the bedrooms transparent bathtubs — just make sure you are traveling with someone you know well, or would not mind getting to know better.
A tip for travelers: São Paulo is a large city, and probably South America's most sophisticated. But the weak currency and the over-saturated hotel market are good news for foreigners. If this hotel were in New York, Miami, or just about anywhere in Europe, it would be booked months in advance. Unique, by contrast, always seems to have a room, and for quite a bit less than you might be prepared to pay.
How to get there:
Hotel Unique is approximately a 15 minute drive from Congonhas/São Paulo Airport.
Hotel Unique
Avenida Brigadeiro Luis, Antonio, 4700 - Jardim Paulista
Sao Paulo, Brazil
95 Rooms
Style: Cutting-Edge
Atmosphere: Lively
Reviews
There are 14 review(s) for actual stays at Hotel Unique. View all 14 reviews.
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Unique it certainly is
Stayed April 2009
Overall rating: Excellent
I Liked
Had a fantastic stay at Hotel Unique. Excellent Jardins location, tasteful internal design and layout and the exterior is quite astounding when you’re standing in front of it! Was looking forward to my arrival champagne and was not disappointed – nice glass of Veuve. Staff were extremely helpful and pleasant to deal with and check-in was very smooth. Had read others say that upgrades seemed common when the hotel was perhaps a little more quiet, same thing happened for us, which was nice. I think we ended up with a deluxe room which was a great size, nice amenities, lovely bathrooms and beds, functional bi-folding window to the bathroom. Food and drinks were top notch and the rooftop restaurant/bar and pool is just stunning. The basement pool and gym is great too, very relaxing atmosphere and the complimentary flip-flops are a nice touch. Would definitely recommend this hotel for leisure travellers. I’m sure it would be fine for business travellers, though given Sao Paulo’s horrendous traffic, something closer to your work/clients etc might be preferable. Also, hotel security is excellent.I Disliked
Not much to dislike. The dark elevators (i.e. basically no lights) were unnecessary, not sure what they're trying to achieve from a mood or design perspective but it’s always weird being in a dark lift with strangers! The round the clock and more or less inescapable down tempo electronica was fine for us, though could easily see how others could find it a bit much.
A Unique hotel indeed!
Stayed January 2009
Overall rating: Good
I Liked
The roof deck pool was extraordinary. You're swimming in a long red mosaic pool surrounded by breathtaking views of Sao Paulo. There is also a good indoor pool with underwater music in the basement. The overal decor and sense of style was also very interesting and worth the stay.I Disliked
We happened to have very noisy neighbors and unfortunately some rooms seem to have paper thin walls, at least those that have a shared connecting door. Just make sure you specify you don't want that when booking a room.586 user(s) found this review helpful
An architectural gem
Stayed January 2009
Overall rating: Excellent
I Liked
This hotel truly is unique. After staying in so many boutique hotels which seem formulaic and lack originality, to stay in a building where you are in constant awe at the brilliance of the architecture is a real breath of fresh air. And on top of it all is a deep red roof-top pool and a wonderful view of the Sao Paulo skyline, which at night becomes one of the most buzzing and vibrant bars in the city. The staff are enthusiastic, attentive and genuinely want to be helpful. If only all Boutique Hotel experiences were like this.I Disliked
I dislike nothing672 user(s) found this review helpful
Excellent Hotel in Sao Paulo
Stayed December 2008
Overall rating: Excellent
I Liked
The service was OUTSTANDING. They really made a great effort to accommodate requests and offer helpful advice. Room was great.I Disliked
Not really a big complaint, but there's not a lot of anything within walking distance. It feels more like a residential district...again, not a big deal. Just mentioning it.715 user(s) found this review helpful
A Perfect Oasis in the Heart of Sao Paulo
Stayed September 2008
Overall rating: Excellent
I Liked
Rooms, Sky Bar, ServiceI Disliked
Nothing.1628 user(s) found this review helpful
Amenities
- Babysitting
- Bar
- Business center
- Cable TV
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge
- Conference facility
- Express check-in/out
- Hairdryer
- Handicap Facilities
- Handicap facilities
- Kids friendly
- Laundry/dry cleaning available
- Minibar
- Modem Jack
- Non-smoking rooms
- Parking
- Pet friendly
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room service
- Safe
- Small pets allowed
- Spa
