Top Spa & Wellness Stays in Cuiabá

Studio Cuiabá suits a couple or a parent with one child who want an independent base in Cuiabá. Each air-conditioned studio has a kitchenette, a dining area and a private balcony, so breakfasts and simple dinners can stay in. I like the rooftop swimming pool and terrace with views over the city, a welcome place to cool off in Cuiabá's heat at the end of the day. Space is compact, so larger families may want a bigger unit. Guests rate it 9.4 from 12 reviews.

I would recommend Hotel D'Luca to a family or a business traveller who wants a central base in Cuiabá. Air-conditioned rooms have a 42-inch Smart TV, a minibar and a private bathroom. Buffet breakfast and free WiFi are included, there are computers in the lobby, and a lounge with a big-screen TV gives a place to sit. Covered private parking is available. Guests score it 9.2 across 1,066 reviews.

Studio Cuiabá NOVO gives a family an apartment base in Cuiabá: each one-bedroom unit has air-conditioning, a private terrace, a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen, so meals can follow the children's timetable. I like that the rooftop has a swimming pool and a sun terrace for the hot afternoons, with a fitness centre beside them. A lift, a 24-hour front desk and free on-site parking keep arrivals simple. Guests rate it 9.2 from 26 reviews.

Amazon Aeroporto Hotel is a 4-star hotel serving Cuiabá's airport, handy for families starting or ending a trip to the Pantanal or Chapada dos Guimarães. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom. The outdoor pool is open all year, which counts in Cuiabá's heat, and there is a garden and terrace to cool off. Adults have a fitness centre and wellness facilities, the restaurant and bar save going out, and pets are accepted. Guests rate it 9.1 across 2,036 reviews.

Flat Particular - MG Flats Residence in Cuiabá offers one-bedroom apartments with a balcony, air-conditioning and a fully equipped kitchen, so families can cook full meals. An outdoor swimming pool helps children cool off in the city's heat, and free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk and free private parking cover the practical side. The name places it near the Mato Grosso Legislative Assembly. With a 9.1 rating from 41 reviews, I would recommend it to small families wanting a self-catering base.

Hotel Sansaed is a well-rated three-star option for families in Cuiabá, with a guest score of 9 out of 10. The family rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and city views, and the restaurant serves local and Brazilian dishes alongside a child-friendly buffet, which makes mealtimes easier with fussy eaters. There is also a coffee shop, a lounge and a fitness room. Free private parking is included, a real convenience in a city where most visitors get around by car.

Hotel Deville Prime Cuiabá is the most complete family option in downtown Cuiabá. The outdoor pool is welcome in the city's heat, and a games room keeps children busy when the sun is too strong. Rooms are air-conditioned with an LCD cable TV and a minibar, and several dining options mean nobody needs to go out at night. Parents get a gym and a spa. Pets are accepted and parking is on site, which I find useful.

Hotel Inter Cuiaba has 128 apartments and 18 event rooms, with an outdoor pool and a spa and wellness area on site. The apartments are soundproofed and air-conditioned, with Smart TVs and minibars, and a daily buffet breakfast is served. A gourmet area adds dining options. It is close to shopping centres and a short drive from the city centre, so you will want transport for downtown.

Hotel Gran Odara is the 5-star I would suggest in Cuiabá for a family that wants a pool to escape the heat: it is on the roof, with city views. Rooms are modern and air-conditioned with an LCD TV, there is a spa and a gym for the adults, and the restaurant serves French and regional dishes. Mãe Bonifácia Park and Goiabeiras Shopping Mall are nearby, good for a walk or a rainy afternoon. Guests rate it 9.0 across 493 reviews.

MG Apto com cozinha in Cuiabá offers aparthotel units with air-conditioning, a balcony and a fully equipped kitchen, so families can cook full meals rather than eat out every day. A year-round outdoor swimming pool gives children a way to cool off, and free WiFi, private parking and a 24-hour front desk handle the practical side. With an 8.9 rating from 37 reviews, I would recommend it to families who want a self-catering base with a pool in Cuiabá.

Delmond Hotel is a 4-star hotel in Cuiabá near Pantanal Shopping, handy for meals, errands and air-conditioned breaks on hot afternoons with children. The hotel has its own pool, which matters in Cuiabá's climate, plus a gym and a spa for parents. The restaurant serves regional and international dishes, a good way to try local food without leaving the hotel, and WiFi is free. Guests rate it 8.9 out of 10 across 1,228 reviews.

In Cuiabá, the usual starting point for trips to the Pantanal and Chapada dos Guimarães, I would look at Advanced Hotel & Flats for a family that needs space. The rooms are set up like apartments, with balconies and air conditioning, which helps in a city this hot. The rooftop pool and sun terrace fill the late afternoon, and the restaurant serves Brazilian dishes. Guests rate it 8.9 across 1,375 reviews.

Amazon Plaza Hotel's garden pool, with its cascade and hammocks, is exactly what families need in Cuiabá's heat. Children can splash under the waterfall while parents rest in the shade, and the spacious air-conditioned rooms give everyone a cool retreat afterwards. The décor follows an indigenous theme, a talking point for curious children. Breakfast is a buffet with regional specialities, and shops and restaurants are close by in the city centre. Nearly 2,000 guests rate it 8.7 out of 10.

I would recommend Mato Grosso Palace Hotel to a business traveller or a family who wants a central three-star in Cuiabá. Air-conditioned rooms are served by a restaurant and a bar, and a daily breakfast buffet and free WiFi are included. A fitness centre and a business centre add practical value. Nearby shopping malls are easy to reach. Guests give it 8.5 across 888 reviews.

Paiaguás Palace is in Cuiabá's financial district, and what I would point out to families is the pool and barbecue area, a good place to spend the hot late afternoons the city is known for. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom and classic decor, apartments are available for those who need more space, and there is a gym and a wellness area. WiFi is free. Guests rate it 8.5 across 818 reviews.

Serras Hotel gives families in Cuiabá modern, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, which counts in a city known for its heat. The restaurant on site means meals are easy after a long day, and parents can use the fitness centre or the spa and wellness area. The 24-hour reception helps with late flights, and Marechal Rondon International Airport is about a 25-minute drive away. Pets are welcome too. An 8.5 score from almost 300 reviews is reassuring.

Hotel 365 suits families in Cuiabá who want some play time at the hotel. There is an outdoor swimming pool, a sun terrace and a green garden, plus a games room for the hottest hours. Family rooms are air-conditioned, with garden views and free WiFi. The restaurant and bar keep dinner simple, and pets are welcome. Parents can use the fitness centre. The airport is close by, which I find handy for an arrival or departure day.

MG Flats & Residence in Cuiabá has family rooms set up like apartments, with balconies, and an outdoor pool open all year, which is what I would point out to families in a city this hot. There is also a fitness centre, a sun terrace and a lounge, a restaurant serving Brazilian food, a 24-hour front desk and free private parking. Guests rate it 8.1 across 389 reviews.