What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Discover your ideal place to stay in Santa Cruz, which has a lot to offer the traveler looking for a beach getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temperature of 79°F,
Coldest months: July, August, June, and May
Driest months: July, June, August, and September
Rainiest months: January, December, November, and February
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. Beach lovers can head straight to Sepetiba Beach or Praia da Ilha da Madeira for some quality time by the water. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Cidade das Criancas and Serra de Sao Tome. Other things to see and do in the area are Shopping Centre Itaguai and Sitio Jonosake.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
This travel information can help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz more easily: The closest major airport is Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), located 28.7 mi (46.2 km) away. Nearby metro stations include Santa Cruz Station and Santa Cruz Station.
Recent reviews of Santa Cruz hotels
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5/5 Excellent
"It was our first time travelling to Rio, it took us 3/4 days of research to find a great hotel with a great price. This hotel delivered it! Although Barra da Tijuca is further away from the touristic area, it’s definitely worth the extra transportation time. The ocean is cleaner and the beaches less crowded, and most important, a lot more safe! The staff at the hotel was amazing, great service and care. Specially at dinner, the server named Willian was awesome! "
"Great location in a laid back neighborhood. Staff was great and very accommodating. Our flight was late in the night so we were allowed extra time to relax until heading to the airport. We will return. "