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Intercontinental Sao Paulo By Ihg

A polished five-star stay near Paulista Avenue, with an outdoor pool, club lounge access and a pet-friendly policy.

  • Outdoor swimming pool and sun loungers
  • Club lounge access on select rooms
  • Pet-friendly with pet amenities
8.3 Great 287 reviews Booking.com 8.3 · 287 reviews

About

Intercontinental Sao Paulo By Ihg

Intercontinental Sao Paulo By Ihg sits 450 metres from Paulista Avenue and 1.1 km from Itau Cultural Institute, placing you in the heart of Sao Paulo's business and cultural district. The hotel offers a straightforward, comfortable base with an outdoor pool, fitness centre and multiple dining venues.

Rooms range from Classic Twins to the One-Bedroom Paulista Suite, many with balconies or club lounge access. The property also supports business travellers with a business centre and meeting facilities, and welcomes pets with dedicated amenities.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Express check-in/ -out

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Excellent staff and service — Guests repeatedly highlight the polite, helpful team and smooth check-in.
  • Prime location near Paulista Avenue — Just 450 metres from Paulista Avenue and 1.1 km from Itau Cultural Institute, close to malls and dining.
  • Strong breakfast — The breakfast spread is called out as extensive and high quality by several guests.
  • Comfortable, modern rooms — Rooms are described as comfortable and new-fashioned, with amenities like down pillows and city views.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Mixed facilities rating — Facilities score 7.4, below the hotel's overall 8.3, so some may find the pool and common areas dated or less impressive.
  • General experience rating is lower — The 'General' category sits at 7.1, suggesting some guests felt the overall experience didn't fully match five-star expectations.
  • Price point may feel high — Value scores 8.2, which is decent but lower than service and comfort, so some travellers may question the cost relative to what's offered.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Classic King Room Balcony Club Lounge Access

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

Club King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

One-Bedroom Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Classic King Room Accessible

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Classic King Room Club Lounge Access

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Club King Room Smoking

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

1 King One-Bedroom Suite City View Lounge Access

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

One-Bedroom Paulista Suite

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

One-Bedroom Paulista Suite Club Lounge Access

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Classic Twin Room Balcony

  • 2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Classic King Room Balcony

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

Deluxe King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

Classic King Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

Classic Room

  • 1 King-size bed
  • Shower
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

Food & Drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus
  • In-room breakfast
  • Happy hour
  • Welcome drink
  • Children's menu

Wellness & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Sun loungers
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sports trainer

Business & Services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room

Accessibility & Safety

  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Wheelchair access
  • Toilet for disabled
  • Bathroom for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access
  • Safe deposit box

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.3
Great 287 reviews

Guest-rated 8.3/10 from 287 reviews

Booking.com · 8.3 · 287 reviews
8.3Verified guest

“Breakfast had plenty of options, the views were decent, and the location near malls and food outlets was marvellous. My room felt fresh and modern with lovely down pillows. Service was excellent, and the lobby bar was a nice touch.”

8.3Verified guest

“We really enjoyed our stay and would recommend it to anyone. Everything was great, especially the incredible staff and the excellent location in the business area. The breakfast selection was the best we've had, and the team gave amazing service. Facilities were nice overall and the pool was enjoyable.”

8.3Verified guest

“The staff were lovely and made my stay a pleasant experience. I loved the rich breakfast selection — it made my mornings much better.”

8.3Verified guest

“A good standard hotel that was exceptionally comfortable, with polite employees who provided great service. Check-in was efficient and I appreciated the late check-out.”

8.3Verified guest

“The stay was comfortable with efficient, polite staff. I enjoyed the city view from my room, which added to the experience, and found the amenities reasonably priced for a five-star hotel.”

04 — Location

Getting around Sao Paulo

The property sits in Sao Paulo.

Paulista Avenue: 450 metres away, a 6-minute walk. The city's main cultural and commercial artery, lined with museums, shops and restaurants.

Itau Cultural Institute: 1.1 km from the hotel, about a 14-minute walk. A well-known cultural centre with exhibitions and events.

Alameda Santos, 1123, Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, 01419-001, 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 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 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
Allowed
Property
158 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 15:00 to 23:59. Check-out is until 12:00.

Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers parking, including valet parking.

Are pets allowed at Intercontinental Sao Paulo?

Yes, pets are allowed, and the hotel provides pet amenities.

Does the hotel have an airport shuttle?

Yes, there is a paid airport shuttle service available.

What room types are available?

Options include Classic King and Twin rooms, Club King rooms, and One-Bedroom Suites, some with balconies or club lounge access.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, there is an outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers.

The bottom line

A solid five-star choice for business or leisure stays near Paulista Avenue, with attentive staff and a strong breakfast. If you're set on a polished experience, book a club-level room for lounge access.

8.3Best for travellers who value service and location over cutting-edge facilities.

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