Búzios is a relatively expensive destination for Brazil. Reference budget of €130 per person per day corresponds to comfortable stay in 4* pousada with Rua das Pedras restaurants and excursions. Accommodation (50-60% of budget): hostels €30-50/night (rare), charming pousadas €80-150/night (Pousada Búzios Centro, Pousada Vila Boa Vida), 4* boutique hotels €150-300/night (Le Relais La Borie, Sandhouse, Vila d'Este), high-end €300-700/night (Casas Brancas, Insolito Boutique Hotel & Spa, Hotel Pérola). In high season (December-March): rates x2 to x3, 3-6 month advance booking mandatory. Food (15-20% of budget): beach kiosks €10-20/meal, Rua das Pedras restaurants €30-50/person average, gourmet €60-100 (Cigalon, O Barco), brunch hotel included. Activities (15-20% of budget): schooner cruise €40-60/day, diving €50-80/outing, SUP classes €20-30/h, spa massage €60-150. Transport: Rio-Búzios bus 70-110 BRL return (€12-19), private transfer 250-400 BRL (€42-68), taxi/Uber in Búzios €5-15/ride, car rental €30-50/day (useful to explore distant beaches).
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