Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention

What Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention does

Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention is a privately held, family-owned full-service resort and convention property in Foz do Iguaçu, Paraná, Brazil, operated by Empresa Hoteleira Rafagnin Andreola Ltda. The property originated with the Rafagnin family's 1955 arrival in Western Paraná, evolved from churrascarias and transport into hospitality, and was inaugurated as a 96-apartment hotel in October 1979. Subsequent expansions (1993, 2007) scaled the property to 270 keys and a nationally recognized 18,015 m² convention complex — the largest in Brazilian hotelry since 2007 — plus 63,000 m² of leisure area with three pools, a kids club (Mundo Encantado), sports facilities, and two restaurants (Itamuri, Olie & Piú) and three bars.

The business model integrates four revenue streams: per-night room rentals across six categories (Presidencial, Luxo, Executiva suites plus Premium, Master, Luxo apartments), corporate and social event hosting on the modular convention floor, food and beverage (including the all-inclusive 'Rafain Inclusive' plan), and themed vacation packages such as Colónia de Férias and Rafain Experience. Distribution combines direct channels (own website, call center, WhatsApp) with the Omnibees PMS/booking platform, OTA listings, and a gated loyalty program ('Rafain Lovers') for repeat guests. Customer segments span families with children, corporate event organizers, social event hosts (weddings, graduations), couples, pet owners (pets up to 10 kg allowed), and entertainment-package guests. The company employs 125 people, accepts credit card installment payments up to 10x, and is LGPD-compliant under Brazilian data protection law. There is no public listing, no external funding, and no disclosed revenue.

Name

Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention

Legal name

Empresa Hoteleira Rafagnin Andreola Ltda

Website

https://rafainpalace.com.br

Company type

Private

Founded year

1955

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention is a family-owned, 270-key full-service resort and convention property in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, operating Brazil's largest hotel convention complex (18,015 m²) and serving leisure families, corporate event organizers, and social event hosts through accommodation, F&B, and themed entertainment packages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Hotel and Convention Services

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)

SIC

Hotels & Motels (7011), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYTHAGALAE

Integrated Convention & Expo Complex Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Convention & Conference Hotels

SECONDARYTHAGAAAE

Business & Corporate Full-Service Hotels

Travel & Hospitality/Lodging & Accommodation/Hotels (Full-Service)

Keywords

• Hotel accommodations
• Convention center services
• Corporate event hosting
• Leisure hospitality packages
• Wedding and social events

Headquarters

HQ city

Foz do Iguaçu

HQ country

Brazil

HQ region

Latin America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hotel Accommodations: Revenue from room rentals across 270 apartments and suites in multiple categories (Presidencial, Executiva, Luxo, Premium, Master, Luxo). Rooms are sold per night with rates varying by category and season, with an 'Inclusive' meal plan option available as an add-on.
2. Event & Convention Services: Revenue from hosting corporate events (meetings, conferences, congresses, conventions) and social events (weddings, birthdays, graduations) in the hotel's 18,015 m² convention complex, which can be divided into up to 44 environments with a capacity of 4,400 people.
3. Food & Beverage: Revenue from the hotel's restaurants (Itamuri and Olie & Piú) serving buffet and à la carte options, bars including a pool bar, and banquet services for events. Full-board 'Rafain Inclusive' meal plans are bundled into package pricing.
4. Themed Vacation Packages: Revenue from promotional packages such as 'Colônia de Férias' (school holiday camp) and 'Rafain Experience' (entertainment weekend), which bundle accommodation, meals, activities, and event access into a single per-night rate.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention operates a hotel property offering rooms, suites, and leisure amenities (restaurants, bars, pools, kids' space, sport court) in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil. It also runs what it describes as the largest convention center in Brazilian hotelry, hosting corporate events, training sessions, weddings, and social celebrations. The business combines accommodation, food and beverage, and event hosting under a single integrated property.

Product overview

Rafain Palace Hotel & Convention is a comprehensive hospitality complex offering 270 apartments across 6 room categories (Presidential Suite, Luxury Suite, Executive Suite, Premium Apartment, Master Apartment, Luxury Apartment) plus 8 suites. The hotel provides integrated leisure services including Mundo Encantado Kids Club, swimming pools, fitness center, and 63,000 m² green areas. Event capabilities include 18,015 m² of convention space divisible into 44 environments for corporate and social events. Dining is offered through 2 restaurants and 3 bars. The hotel also operates a loyalty program (Rafain Lovers) and pet-friendly accommodations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Rafain Lovers: Loyalty program offering discounts up to 20% and benefits to repeat guests who have stayed in at least 5 different themed packages.
• Colônia de Férias
• Rafain Experience Days

Products and services

• Hotel Accommodations Rooms and suites available to leisure travelers, families, and couples for overnight stays, including pet-friendly rooms.
• Corporate Events at the Convention Center Large-scale corporate events, conventions, and training sessions hosted at the on-site convention center, with co-located lodging and F&B for attendees.
• Social Events (Weddings and Celebrations) Weddings, anniversaries, debutante balls, and family celebrations hosted at the Rafain event venue, with accommodation for guests.
• Colônia de Férias (Summer Vacation Package) Multi-day summer vacation package bundling accommodation, meals, and on-site leisure amenities for families and individuals.
• Rafain Experience Hospitality experience package centered on the hotel's restaurants and food and beverage offerings.
• Rafain Lovers Couples-oriented stay package that includes accommodation and on-site amenities targeted at romantic getaways.
• On-site Leisure Amenities Multiple restaurants and bars, indoor and outdoor pools, kids' space, sport court, and other leisure facilities available to hotel guests.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nationally recognized since 2007 as the largest convention center in Brazilian hotelry (Revista Eventos)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• OmnibeescoreTechnology or IntegrationOmnibees is a global hotel property management and distribution platform. Rafain Palace uses Omnibees as its primary booking engine and distribution channel, listing the hotel on book.omnibees.com with ratings, photos, and real-time availability. The partnership enables direct booking functionality and OTA distribution across multiple languages and currencies.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Bourbon Convention Ibirapuera: Major convention hotel in São Paulo operated by Bourbon chain, demonstrating the model of integrating large-scale convention infrastructure with full-service hotel operations. Useful comparable for convention-focused hotel economics and corporate event capture, though in a different geography.

Direct peers

• Mabu Thermas Grand Resort: Large convention and leisure resort in Foz do Iguaçu operated by Mabu Hotéis chain. Similar profile combining accommodation, large convention center, leisure facilities (thermal pools), and F&B - one of Rafain Palace's primary southern Brazil convention competitors.
• Belmond Hotel das Cataratas: Luxury hotel located inside Iguaçu National Park, operated by luxury brand Belmond (LVMH). Competes for premium leisure travelers in Foz do Iguaçu with differentiated location, though Rafain's convention business targets a different corporate segment.
• Viale Cataratas Hotel: Full-service hotel in Foz do Iguaçu operated by Viale Hotéis chain, with event facilities and leisure amenities. Comparable mid-to-upper tier hotel offering in the same destination, competing for similar family and corporate event segments.
• Nadai Confort Hotel & Spa: Convention and leisure hotel in Foz do Iguaçu with spa, event facilities, and family amenities. Comparable in integrated offering mix and southern Paraná positioning.
• Tarobá Hotel: Mid-scale hotel in Foz do Iguaçu with event hosting and leisure facilities. Comparable in destination focus and target segments, though smaller scale than Rafain Palace's extensive convention infrastructure.
• Wish Resort Foz do Iguaçu (formerly Mabu Hotel & Resort): Full-service resort and convention hotel in Foz do Iguaçu with extensive event facilities, multiple pools, kids club, and F&B outlets. Directly comparable in offering mix (accommodation + events + leisure) and target segments (families and corporate).
• Recanto Cataratas Resort: Family-oriented resort in Foz do Iguaçu with leisure facilities, multiple restaurants, and event hosting capabilities. Comparable in family leisure positioning and proximity to Cataratas, though smaller scale than Rafain Palace's convention infrastructure.
• Bourbon Cataratas Hotel & Resort: Major convention hotel in Foz do Iguaçu operated by Bourbon Hotéis & Resorts, a Brazilian chain. Most direct competitor given shared destination, convention/event infrastructure, and full-service hotel positioning with multiple room categories and leisure amenities.

Regional players

• San Juan Eco Resort: Eco-resort in Foz do Iguaçu with leisure infrastructure and event hosting. Comparable in destination positioning and leisure amenities, but with an eco-tourism angle and smaller scale than Rafain Palace.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/rafainpalacehoteleconvention
• Instagraminstagram.com/rafainpalacehotel
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/rafainpalacehotel

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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