Title: Visit São José: 2026 São José, Recife Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in São José](https://expedia.com/Sao-Jose-Hotels.d553248635209676755.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Recife](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Recife.d6053175.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Recife](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Recife.d6053175.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in São José](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Sao-Jose.d553248635209676755.Car-Rental-Guide)[São José Vacations](https://expedia.com/Sao-Jose.d553248635209676755.Destination-Travel-Guides) # São José ## Recife ## Visit São José Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Recife Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Recife.dx6053175) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Ipojuca which includes swimming, tropical scenes and a sandy beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191110/525948a8-5b1a-4fd3-a78b-0ef5a7a210dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Muro Alto Beach 4.5/5(18 reviews) Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water. [](https://expedia.com/Muro-Alto-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6191110.Vacation-Attraction) ![Maracaipe Beach which includes surfing and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098019/a2e0e61a-d309-4b82-a967-7a71fbe5506e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maracaipe Beach 4.5/5(12 reviews) Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca. [](https://expedia.com/Maracaipe-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6098019.Vacation-Attraction) ![Boa Viagem Beach, Recife, Northeast Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6098567/323de42a-fa33-4145-a050-f56cce4adc42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Boa Viagem Beach 4/5(27 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.com/Boa-Viagem-Beach-Recife.d6098567.Vacation-Attraction) ![beach itapuama, pernambuco](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191056/b6809214-d3e7-405b-9cef-8aaf60f72224.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gaibu Beach 4/5(4 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Gaibu Beach during your travels in Recife? [](https://expedia.com/Gaibu-Beach-Gaibu.d6191056.Vacation-Attraction) ![Porto de Galinhas, Brazil. The natural pools, known as 'piscinas naturais,' are what make this town famous and attract visitors to swim alongside colorful fish and explore the vibrant coral reefs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6340458/9fdfd25e-01af-4481-89cc-bc2210548023.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools 4/5(17 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.com/Porto-De-Galinhas-Natural-Pools-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6340458.Vacation-Attraction) ![beach time](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046162/c92d52f8-0a04-4eec-a4e9-2b57965ae70e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Merepe Beach 4/5(2 reviews) If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Merepe Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Recife. Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs. [](https://expedia.com/Merepe-Beach-Porto-de-Galinhas.d6191154.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Porto de Galinhas sign](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/588951/1ed00a4f-a8a5-4a3a-aa25-69d6378796e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas $34 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-tour-to-porto-de-galinhas.a588951.activity-details) ![Catamaran tour in Praia dos Carneiros](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48135745/37a8299d-6903-4317-8d85-97c28f3f8b14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Catamaran tour in Praia dos Carneiros $50 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/catamaran-tour-in-praia-dos-carneiros.a48135745.activity-details) [See all activities in Recife](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Recife.d6053175.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## São José Hotel Deals ![Novotel Recife Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104100000/104090600/104090504/104129f7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Recife Marina Cais Santa Rita 46 Recife PE $152 nightly $155 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Recife. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and Sao Jose Market are located ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (592 reviews) Great hotel Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=104090504&PinnedHotelID=104090504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635209676755) ![Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5100/5018/99e0ca3f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem Avenida Conselheiro Aguiar, 919 Recife Pernambuco $58 nightly $61 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,440 reviews) The WiFi in the room kept cutting out and was a bit better in the lobby. The room was small and dark and the bathroom taps required a lot of effort to shut them off. There was no hair dryer in the room and it took three attempts with the non-English speaking receptionists to borrow one. Douglas on ... Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=5018&PinnedHotelID=5018&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635209676755) ![BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/9000000/8640000/8634500/8634490/14d0f4a5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI Rua Maria Carolina, 661 Recife PE $49 nightly $52 total Mar 22 - Mar 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this spa hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,060 reviews) Nice view , clean room . Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=8634490&PinnedHotelID=8634490&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635209676755) ![Rede Andrade Vela Branca](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4040000/4040000/4039932/9075e9ff_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rede Andrade Vela Branca Av. Eng. Domingos Ferreira, 4395 Recife PE $26 nightly $27 total Mar 24 - Mar 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 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Very helpful friendly staff Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=110936543&PinnedHotelID=110936543&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635209676755) ![Rede Andrade Onda Mar](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3960000/3958000/3957935/d758a347_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rede Andrade Onda Mar Rua Ernesto de Paula Santos Recife PE $28 nightly $29 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ... 7.2/10 Good! 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[](https://expedia.com/Recife-Santo-Amaro.dx6287185) ![street view of olinda near recife pernambuco state brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6191214/343b5dc9-943c-4a34-9e9c-98b5e2d9728e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Graças Beaches and museums are just a few things travelers like about Graças. A stop by Museum of Pernambuco State is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area. 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