Stay inside Inhotim, Brazil’s astonishing open-air contemporary art gallery in the forests of Minas Gerais.
Clara Arte sits within the grounds of the Instituto Inhotim – one of Latin America’s most ambitious cultural projects, with more than 1,800 works of contemporary art set across almost 2,000 acres of botanical landscape and forest just outside Belo Horizonte.
The hotel itself is low-key and modern, with freestanding bungalows built in a forest clearing, two restaurants centred on Brazilian cooking, and a heated outdoor pool. Galleries and installations lie a short walk away through the gardens.
What we love about Clara Arte
- The unrivalled location inside Inhotim, with direct access to its gardens and art installations.
- Minimalist one- and two-bedroom bungalows channel Brazilian mid-century modernism, with pared-back wood and neutral interiors.
- Guests have free entry to the art gallery, including on Mondays and Tuesdays, when Inhotim is closed to the general public.
- The hotel puts on informal daily art talks and tours through 15km/nine miles of trails, with options for both adults and children.
- The heated outdoor pool overlooking lush botanical gardens.
- The restaurant, led by chef Leo Paixão, showcasing local flavours with a modern touch.
From world-class art to the natural beauty of Minas Gerais, Clara Arte offers experiences both inside and beyond Inhotim.
Spend your days exploring the museum’s vast collection of outdoor sculptures, immersive installations, and striking gallery spaces, all set within a botanical garden home to over 4,300 rare species. Wander at your own pace or join a guided tour for deeper insight into the works and artists on display.
When you’re ready to relax, return to the resort for a swim in the heated pool, a spa treatment, or a quiet moment in your private bungalow. For those eager to explore further, the surrounding region offers scenic hikes, visits to nearby towns like Brumadinho, and culinary experiences that highlight the flavours of Minas Gerais.
When to Travel
Year-round
From April to September, the drier, cooler months are ideal for walking the museum’s expansive grounds and enjoying comfortable outdoor temperatures. October to March brings warmer weather and occasional tropical rains, which enhance the lush greenery and vibrant colours of the botanical gardens. Weekdays tend to be quieter for museum visits, while weekends often feature special events, performances, and a livelier atmosphere.
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