A place to connect with nature

Discover where comfort meets nature

Immerse yourself in the beauty of our retreat, nestled on a lush private peninsula at Governador Celso Ramos, a short drive from Florianópolis. Awasi Santa Catarina, former Ponta dos Ganchos, blends natural elegance with comfort. Enjoy your stay in our Villas, equipped with amenities to ensure your comfort in a stunning natural setting. The lodge faces the Três Ilhas archipelago and is protected by a peaceful bay, ideal for nautical activities and moments of total serenity.

Minimal map of South America highlighting Santa Catarina, Brazil, with white outlines on a black background.
Bright, rustic‑elegant bedroom with lake‑view terrace, wooden beams, and soft morning light.
Secluded hillside cabin with a tiled roof and balcony, surrounded by dense green forest.
Living room with a beige sectional sofa, striped rug, fireplace and TV, opening to a deck with a hammock and greenery.
Hammock on a wooden balcony overlooking a lush green rainforest at Awasi Iguazu
Modern living room with sofa, fireplace, wooden accents, and split-level stairs
Split‑level suite with sofa, hammock balcony, and sunset views over calm water and distant mountains.

Villa Anhatomirim

A two-story villa that combines a generous living room and a bedroom with a king-size…
Bright bedroom with wooden ceiling, large bed, and glass doors opening to a balcony overlooking water and green hills.
Modern bathroom with walk in glass shower vanity sink and minimalist design with natural light
Deck with a small pool overlooking a turquoise bay and surrounding forest.
Deck with wicker chairs and a small pool overlooking a forested bay.
Tropical bedroom with a large bed, vaulted ceiling, and glass doors opening to a balcony with palm‑tree views.

Villa Sissial

This villa features a separate bedroom and living room, a private deck with a heated…
Living room with ocean view, gray sofa, fireplace, and deck with a small hot tub.
Modern hotel bedroom with wooden paneling, queen bed, minimalist furnishings, and an open doorway to a cozy lounge area.
Private plunge pool on a wooden deck overlooking calm blue water, greenery, and distant hills under a clear sky.
Modern hotel suite with fireplace, wall-mounted TV, kitchenette, coffee table with champagne, and bedroom visible in the background.

Villa Arvoredo

Its layout includes a unified bedroom and living room. The living area is perfect for…
Spacious bedroom with wooden ceiling, natural light, and terrace view
Two sun loungers on a wooden deck by a private pool overlooking the ocean with lush greenery and clear blue sky
Open-plan room with wooden ceiling, dining area, living space, and pool view
Deck with two lounge chairs beside a small blue‑tiled pool in a tropical setting.
Cozy bedroom with wooden ceiling, ocean view, and private terrace

Villa Tinguá

A modern space that features a double bathroom, a dry sauna, and a unique whirlpool…
Elegant bedroom with king bed warm lighting wooden details and cozy seating area creating a relaxing
Bright, elegant suite with sofa, fresh flowers, and a sunlit bedroom opening to a private terrace.
Infinity pool with wooden deck overlooking the ocean and surrounding greenery
Wooden terrace with an infinity pool overlooking the sea and a boat in the distance
Warm, modern suite with terrace, sunset views over the water, and an outdoor soaking tub.

Villa Costa Esmeralda

This villa integrates the bedroom and living room into a cohesive space divided from the…
Spacious modern suite with bed, lounge area, and warm wooden design
Modern villas with green roofs and private infinity pools integrated into the lush rainforest at Awasi Iguazu
Outdoor terrace with freestanding bathtub, lounge chairs, and panoramic ocean views
Modern double-sink bathroom vanity with black faucets, neutral stone countertop, and decorative tray with plants and toiletries
Modern living room with fireplace large sofa wooden ceiling and sliding glass doors creating a warm cozy atmosphere
Infinity pool and wooden deck overlooking calm water and green hills beside a modern glass‑fronted villa.
Modern bedroom with large bed, warm wood details, and soft natural light

Villa Ponta dos Ganchos

The Ponta dos Ganchos has thoughtfully designed spaces where the bedroom and living area are…

Active Wellness

Warm wood pavilion with open glass doors revealing a dining table and shelves, surrounded by lush tropical greenery.

Wellness Center

The Wellness Center spans 265 m² with three rooms for individual or couples’ therapies, a spacious tatami room, an alchemy atelier, and an area with three soaking tubs for immersion baths.

Experience Your Own Path Private Excursions

At Awasi, every stay is fully tailor-made. Each room is assigned a private guide and a 4×4 vehicle, allowing guests the freedom to explore at their own pace and according to their individual interests and rhythms. Our personalized approach ensures immersive, flexible experiences designed to connect you with the essence of each unique location.

Quiet sandy beach with gentle waves, rocky shoreline, and forested hills under a clear blue sky.

Secret Beaches

Santa Catarina

Discover hidden beaches accessible only by trail or boat. Your private guide will take you to pristine coves with crystal-clear waters, perfect for swimming, snorkeling, and enjoying the untouched beauty of Brazil’s southern coast.

Person hiking through a lush green forest, walking along a narrow trail surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage.

Atlantic Forest Trek

Santa Catarina

Hike through preserved Atlantic Forest trails to spectacular viewpoints. Spot exotic birds, monkeys, and unique flora while learning about this endangered ecosystem from expert naturalist guides.

Blue and white boat docked at a wooden pier on calm water, with hills and cloudy sky in the background.

Azorean Heritage

Santa Catarina

Explore the unique Azorean culture of Santa Catarina’s coastal villages. Visit traditional fishing communities, sample authentic cuisine, and learn about centuries-old traditions preserved by descendants of Portuguese islanders.

Group yoga class seated on mats indoors, led by an instructor, with large windows overlooking lush green hills.

Yoga Sessions

Santa Catarina

Participate in Yoga sessions that combine posture, breathwork, and meditation to enhance your connection with nature and promote inner peace. Ideal for an energizing morning start.

Classic Meets Contemporary: The Essence of Brazilian Gastronomy

Romantic open-air dining room with candlelit table, thatched roof, and lush tropical beach view.

Our Restaurants

Enjoy meals where fresh ingredients and fresh takes. Dine at one of our acclaimed restaurants — Beach, Bateiras and Veleza — where ingredients are often sourced directly from our garden.

Are you ready to explore the natural wonders of South America?

Every journey at Awasi immerses guests in the native stories and traditions of each destination. We offer private Villa stays that ensure authenticity, comfort and connection to the surroundings. Choose one or a combination of our locations and enjoy stunning landscapes, native flavours and hidden gems.

test - Aerial view of a secluded tropical beach with turquoise water, a wooden pier, rocky islet, and beach umbrellas

Stay Longer Santa Catarina

Book a minimum of four nights at Awasi Santa Catarina between January and March and receive one complimentary night.

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Across Biomes

Combine two or more of our destinations, enjoy complimentary stays at our favorite hotels in connecting cities.

Wide waterfall cascading over cliffs into rocky river with lush greenery under clear blue sky.

Awasi Trilogy

Combine three Awasi properties and enjoy 15% discount on each additional property.

Aerial view of a lush island resort with villas, winding paths, and turquoise bays along a rocky coastline.
Map showing Anosi location in Santa Catarina, Brazil, near Governador Celso Ramos and beaches like Praia das Conchas.

Getting to Awasi Santa Catarina

The nearest airport is Florianópolis International Airport – Hercílio Luz (FLN), with daily flights from the main Brazilian capitals and international connections via São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

  • São Paulo (CGH): 1h 10m
  • São Paulo (GRU): 1h 25m
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG): 1h 30m
  • Foz do Iguaçu (IGU): 1h 20m
  • Buenos Aires (EZE): 2h 20m
  • Buenos Aires (AEP): 2h 20m
  • Santiago de Chile (SCL): 3h 46m
  • Panama City (PTY): 6h 50m
  • Lisbon (LIS): 10h 15m

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Two wooden lounge chairs by a private pool overlooking a calm lake, framed by palm trees and clear blue sky.
Ocean-view spa setup with massage bed, sheer curtains, wooden deck, and turquoise water with a rocky islet outside
Aerial view of a lush coastal resort with villas, winding paths, tropical greenery, and turquoise ocean along the shoreline.