São Luís

Travel Guide

Aerial view of Calhau Beach in São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil, showing palm trees, sandy shore, beach umbrellas, and urban landscape along the coastline on a cloudy day
Aerial view of Calhau Beach in São Luís, Maranhão, Brazil, showing palm trees, sandy shore, beach umbrellas, and urban landscape along the coastline on a cloudy day
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"View to Praia Ponta D'Areia by night.Sao Luis, MA, Brazil.more dark alleys:"
São Luís

Where to stay in São Luís

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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.

Ponta do Farol
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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.

Ponta D'areia
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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 Olho d'Agua Beach and Calhau Beach.

Turu
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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.

Olho D'agua
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Tirirical

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

Tirirical
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Centro Historico

While visiting Centro Historico, you might make a stop by sights like Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão and São Luís Central Market.

Centro Historico
Hotel Resort Rio Poty

Hotel Resort Rio Poty

4 out of 5
Av. dos Holandeses s/n São Luís MA
The price is €59 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€59
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Hotel Resort Rio Poty
Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ

3 out of 5
Av Colares Moreira Quadra 100 Lote 4 São Luís MA
The price is €28 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
€28
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Tropical Shopping and Mirante ...
Rede Andrade SLZ
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

4 out of 5
Rua João Pereira Damasceno, 02 São Luís MA
The price is €75 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
€75
21 Feb - 22 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
The daily breakfast is amazing. The staff is pleasant.

Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
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Hotel Bem-Viver

Hotel Bem-Viver

2 out of 5
R. de Santa Rita, 688 Sao Luis MA
Stay at this apartment in São Luís. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Pedras Fountain and Palacete Gentil Braga are ...
6.2/10 (13 reviews)
Gostei do quarto e o atendimento foi muito bom e recomendo

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Hotel Bem-Viver
Edifício Creta

Edifício Creta

3.5 out of 5
10 R. dos Ipês São Luís MA
Stay at this apartment in São Luís. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and minibars. Popular attractions Mirante da Lagoa and Tropical Shopping are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
It was perfect for our short stay in SLZ

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2024

Edifício Creta
Flat 450m from the Beach, Comfort and Excellent Location!

Flat 450m from the Beach, Comfort and Excellent Location!

São Luís MA
Stay at this apartment in São Luís. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Olho d'Agua Beach and Meio Beach are located nearby.
Flat 450m from the Beach, Comfort and Excellent Location!
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

photo of the sunset at Espigão Costeiro da Ponta d'Areia in São Luis do Maranhão in Brazil

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Ponta d'Areia Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Olho d'Agua Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Olho d'Agua Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Olho d'Agua Beach

São Luís Central Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at São Luís Central Market during your stay in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

São Luís Central Market

House of Maranhao

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in House of Maranhao during your travels in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

House of Maranhao

Ceuma University

Explore the campus of Ceuma University during your stay in São Luís. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Ceuma University

Tropical Shopping

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tropical Shopping during your stay in São Luís. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Tropical Shopping

Things to do

Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão

Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão

€59
per adult
Private Walking Tour of the Historical Center of São Luís do Maranhão
São Luis City Tour

São Luis City Tour

€37
per traveller
São Luis City Tour
Walking Tour of São Luís do Maranhão

Walking Tour of São Luís do Maranhão

€96
per adult
Walking Tour of São Luís do Maranhão
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