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Our top choices for Centro Historico hotels

A hotel room with a large mural, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a round side table, and a sofa.

1. Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis

Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis
3.0 star property
Centro Historico
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Hotel lindíssimos, café da manhã maravilhoso, quartos aconchegantes e extremamente limpos. Apenas a localização q não me agradou muito por já ser em um local mais tranquilo."
Brazil
Alyna
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis
A room with two single beds, one with a canopy and another with a headboard. There is a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.

2. Pousada Portas da Amazônia

Pousada Portas da Amazônia
3.0 star property
Centro Historico
7.4 out of 10, Good, (186 reviews)
"Beautiful colonial building"
United States
Stephan
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Pousada Portas da Amazônia
An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, white drapes, and wicker furniture.

3. Palma Hostel

Palma Hostel
2.0 star property
Centro Historico
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (89 reviews)
"My wife and I only needed a room to rest before our 2:30AM flight. Facilities are good. Plenty of excellent common spaces. We chose this hostel for its historical location. The building itself and the services and amenities are great. Too bad the overall surrounding does not live up to its UNESCO designation in my opinion."
United States
Binh
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Palma Hostel
A rooftop terrace with three white chairs and a patterned floor, overlooking a cityscape.

4. Hostel da Fonte

Hostel da Fonte
2.0 star property
Centro Historico
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"I stayed in the female dorm room and my 2 friends in a double room with bathroom. Conditions of room and hostel seem to be over priced. No air conditioner in common areas.... very hot and humid."
Canada
Ernestine
The price is €56
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hostel da Fonte
Reception

5. Pousada da Sé

Pousada da Sé
2.0 star property
Centro Historico
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"Tuldbo ótimo boa localização limpo ar bom anfitrião simpático banheiro limpo local cheiro de história"
Brazil
Raimundo
The price is €26
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pousada da Sé
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a potted plant.

6. Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
4.0 star property
Ponta D'areia, 4.7 km from Centro Historico
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"The place was wonderful you’ll be delighted"
United States
Michael
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area with red and white chairs, and a patterned sofa.

7. Stop Way Hotel São Luís

Stop Way Hotel São Luís
3.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 3.9 km from Centro Historico
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (873 reviews)
"Very nice stay Clean and well located Friendly staff "
United Kingdom
Pierre Antoine
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stop Way Hotel São Luís
A rooftop pool area with two swimming pools, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

8. Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís

Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís
4.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 4.3 km from Centro Historico
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (440 reviews)
"The pool is great. Ocean view at breakfast"
Canada
Carolina
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís
A spacious hotel lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a mix of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

9. Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Centro Historico
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,170 reviews)
"Hotel excelente, equipe excelente."
Brazil
Polyane
The price is €31
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Rede Andrade SLZ
A modern interior with a leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a large window with a view of the outside.

10. Profissionalle Hotel São Luís

Profissionalle Hotel São Luís
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Centro Historico
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (270 reviews)
"Really good food, well located, safe with 24hr room service."
United States
Vitor
The price is €35
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Profissionalle Hotel São Luís
A pool area with umbrellas and chairs, overlooking the sea.

11. Hotel Resort Rio Poty

Hotel Resort Rio Poty
4.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 4.3 km from Centro Historico
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was excellent"
United States
Rafael
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Hotel Resort Rio Poty
A bathroom with a black countertop, a white sink, a mirror, and a hairdryer on the wall.

12. Hotel Santos Dumont Aeroporto SLZ

Hotel Santos Dumont Aeroporto SLZ
3.0 star property
Tirirical, 8.9 km from Centro Historico
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356 reviews)
"We only slept a few hours there, but the staff was extremely helpful"
United States
Joe
The price is €59
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hotel Santos Dumont Aeroporto SLZ
A hotel entrance with a large archway, a central fountain, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

13. Hotel Premier

Hotel Premier
3.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 4.3 km from Centro Historico
7.8 out of 10, Good, (859 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and excellent service "
United States
Rafael
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Premier
A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by modern buildings with large windows and a palm tree.

14. Costa Atlântico Hotel

Costa Atlântico Hotel
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Centro Historico
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (200 reviews)
"Excelente"
Brazil
Silvia
The price is €44
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Costa Atlântico Hotel
A modern high-rise building with multiple floors, featuring a mix of balconies and windows.

15. Soft Win Hotel São Luis

Soft Win Hotel São Luis
3.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 4 km from Centro Historico
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel bom"
Brazil
Rodrigo
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Soft Win Hotel São Luis
A modern interior with a long table and chairs, a sofa, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. ibis Sao Luis

ibis Sao Luis
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Centro Historico
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (338 reviews)
"Menu fresh and good"
Canada
Lohic Alain
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
ibis Sao Luis
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone wall backdrop, overlooking a cityscape at night.

17. Abbeville Hotel

Abbeville Hotel
3.0 star property
2 km from Centro Historico
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (303 reviews)
"location, breakfast and staff."
United States
Genesio
The price is €55
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Abbeville Hotel
A hotel entrance with a blue gate, a wheelchair accessibility sign, and a mural of a person holding a bat.

18. Hotel Ilha dos Azulejos

Hotel Ilha dos Azulejos
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Centro Historico
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (100 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay"
United States
Victoria
The price is €37
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
Hotel Ilha dos Azulejos
A large terracotta pot used as a seating area with a canopy overhead.

19. Pousada Vila do Mar

Pousada Vila do Mar
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Centro Historico
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (60 reviews)
"tudo muito bom quartos equipe café da manhã"
Brazil
Alcíno
The price is €47
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Pousada Vila do Mar
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

20. Blue Tree Premium São Luís

Blue Tree Premium São Luís
5.0 star property
6.5 km from Centro Historico
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (724 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, friendly staff, eye for details, good food, nice pool area, clean room, perfect for a relaxing stay!"
France
WIM
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Blue Tree Premium São Luís
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Compare popular hotels in Centro Historico

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop terrace with three white chairs and a patterned floor, overlooking a cityscape.
Hostel da Fonte
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
16 reviews
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A hotel room with a large mural, a bed with white linens, a green upholstered headboard, a round side table, and a sofa.
Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
4 reviews
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An outdoor patio area with a wooden pergola, white drapes, and wicker furniture.
Palma Hostel
2.0 star property
8.0
Very good
89 reviews
View
Reception
Pousada da Sé
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
12 reviews
View
A room with two single beds, one with a canopy and another with a headboard. There is a bedside table with a lamp, a mirror, and a framed picture on the wall.
Pousada Portas da Amazônia
3.0 star property
7.4
Good
186 reviews
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Where to stay in Centro Historico

Find the best Centro Historico areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Turu

While Turu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Rio Anil Shopping and Olho d'Agua Beach.

A beach with high-rise buildings in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Ponta D'areia

If you're spending some time in Ponta D'areia, Ponta d'Areia Beach and Calhau Beach are top sights worth seeing.

A street with colorful umbrellas hanging overhead.

Ponta do Farol

Travellers like the beaches in Ponta do Farol, and Ponta d'Areia Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A coastal landscape with white sand dunes and clear blue waters.

Tirirical

While Tirirical isn't home to many top sights, Rio Anil Shopping and Centro de Promoção Artesanal do Maranhão (CEPRAMA) are some notable places to visit nearby.

A street covered with colorful umbrellas hanging from wires.

Olho D'agua

Travellers like the beaches in Olho D'agua, and Olho d'Agua Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Top Centro Historico Hotel Reviews

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

10/10 Excellent
"The place was wonderful you’ll be delighted"
Michael 3-night trip
Posted 7 days ago
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Frequently asked questions

What is Centro Historico like?
Travellers to the Centro Historico neighbourhood in São Luís Historical Center will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Centro Historico travel tips? Make sure that you visit São Luís Central Market and Maranhao History and Art Museum while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Centro Historico?
Based on our traveller data, Pousada da Sé is one of the top choices for your stay in Centro Historico. This guest house offers free WiFi and concierge services. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Hostel da Fonte and Pousada Portas da Amazônia.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Centro Historico?
With 17 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Centro Historico to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater São Luís Historical Center area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Centro Historico, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Centro Historico.
What is there to do around this São Luís Historical Center neighbourhood?
Attractions such as Maranhao History and Art Museum, Joao do Vale Theater and Arthur Azevedo Theater highlight São Luís Historical Center's cultural scene. You could also plan a visit to São Luís Central Market or Palace of the Lions while you're in the neighbourhood. Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão, Domingos Vieira Filho Popular Culture Center and Museum of Visual Arts are just a few of the places to visit in and around Centro Historico. While you're out sightseeing in São Luís Historical Center, make sure that you visit other sights such as Episcopal Palace or CCVM - Centro Cultural Vale Maranhão.