Just completed a 3 night stay at the Renaissance SP.

What a property! Loved it. They contacted me prior to checking in with an informative email. Using the SPG App i was able to request an early check-in (10am) as well as a late checkout (4pm), both honored with a friendly smile upon check-in.

As a PLT Premier, I was upgraded (no SNA's) to a corner room on the 21st floor with stunning views of SP from the bathtub and bedroom. Room was clean, bed was super comfortable. Closet had robes but I never use those sorts of things.

The location is great - close to Av Paulista, and I felt rather safe / secure at all times. There are security staff but they aren't overbearing. Definitely close to nightlife areas, and a 10-15 min walk to MASP (Museum) and shopping malls (with some decent restaurants). Also close to some more traditional Brazilian cafes.

GYM: There's a massive Gym on the SP level. It allows public visitors too but it's basically a full size gym and was never very crowded during my stay. Top notch equipment for weightlifting, cardio, abs, etc. It was a real highlight.

EXEC LOUNGE: One of the best I've stayed in ! Full breakfast daily - eggs, meats, cheese, pastries, good coffee machine (Nestle), juices, yoghurts, sodas, water. Omelettes made to order. Happy Hour is 5.30 to 8pm with great food - some more traditional brazilian dishes + pasta, soup, chips, salads. All high quality and included. The great thing is all alcoholic drinks are complimentary, including Caiprinhas / Caipiroskas (various flavors that change daily) beer, wine, sparkling wine. It was just great to sit in the lounge and plan out the night or next day with a nice drink. ^ The staff are super friendly - use some basic Portugese if you can. Some struggled with English but appreciated "olá / obrigado" (which is good advice for all of SP).

Re: some comments above on Loud Americans - this remains. The lounge is rather quiet so you do kinda hear everyone talking. One guy was shouting complaining about a fallen business deal, in a few other situations, children were running around the lounge undeterred. I feel this could happen anywhere but I thought it's worth noting that I noticed (heard) groups of Americans also. Didn't bother me that much as it happens in SPG/Marriott chain hotels...