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Inn · Iporanga · Sao Paulo

Gamboa Eco Refugio Pousada

A nature-focused inn in Iporanga, a short walk from the caves of Parque Estadual Turístico do Alto Ribeira.

  • 6-minute walk to Caverna Casa de Pedra
  • Rated 9.3 out of 10 by 62 guests
  • Free parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas
9.3 Perfect 62 reviews Booking.com 9.3 · 62 reviews

About

Gamboa Eco Refugio Pousada

Gamboa Eco Refugio Pousada sits in Iporanga, a 6-minute walk from Caverna Casa de Pedra and a minute's walk from Caverna Ouro Grosso. The inn has a garden, a shared lounge, and an outdoor pool, making it a practical base for exploring the region's caves.

Rooms are simple and comfortable, with air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-bars. The pousada also has a restaurant and bar, plus a spa lounge and sun terrace. Free parking is available, and pets are not allowed.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Housekeeping

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Excellent location for cave access — Caverna Ouro Grosso is a minute's walk away, and Caverna Casa de Pedra is a 6-minute walk.
  • Highly rated by guests — The pousada holds a 9.3 rating from 62 reviews, with staff scoring 9.8.
  • On-site amenities for relaxation — Outdoor pool, sun terrace, garden, spa lounge, and billiards are available without leaving the property.
  • Free parking and Wi-Fi — Guests arriving by car get free parking, and Wi-Fi is free in public areas.
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Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Check-in window is narrow — Check-in is only from 14:00 to 22:00, so late arrivals may be a problem.
  • Pets are not allowed — The pousada does not permit pets, which may limit some travellers.
  • Smoking restricted to non-smoking rooms — All rooms are non-smoking, which may be a drawback for smokers.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Comfort Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Standard Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Standard Triple Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Standard Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Double or Twin Room Spa Bath

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Bathtub

Deluxe Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Deluxe Quadruple Room

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

General

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Free parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Parquet floor

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor & Recreation

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Canoeing
  • Billiard tables
  • Fishing

Wellness & Leisure

  • Spa lounge
  • Leisure/ TV room

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

9.3
Perfect 62 reviews

Guest-rated 9.3/10 from 62 reviews

Booking.com · 9.3 · 62 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Iporanga

The property sits in Iporanga.

Caverna Casa de Pedra: A 6-minute walk from the pousada, this cave is one of the region's main attractions.

Caverna Ouro Grosso: Located a minute's walk away, another nearby cave worth visiting.

Rodovia Antonio Honorio Da Silva - Km1, Iporanga, Sao Paulo, 18300-000, Brazil

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 14:00-22:00
Check-out
By 07:00-12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed
Property
10 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What time is check-in and check-out?

Check-in is from 14:00 to 22:00, and check-out is from 07:00 to 12:00.

Is parking available?

Yes, parking is free on site.

Are pets allowed?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Is there Wi-Fi?

Yes, Wi-Fi is available free of charge in public areas.

Does the pousada have a pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool with a shallow end.

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The bottom line

Gamboa Eco Refugio Pousada is a well-rated, nature-focused stay in Iporanga, ideal for cave explorers who want a simple, comfortable base with easy access to the region's top attractions. Its strengths are its location, staff, and on-site amenities, while the limited check-in hours and no-pet policy are the main trade-offs.

9.3Based on guest ratings, location, and amenities

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