São Luís

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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

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Where to stay in São Luís

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Ponta do Farol

4/5(1 area review)

Travelers 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

When in Turu, you can plan a visit to Rio Anil Shopping and Olho d'Agua Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Turu
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Olho D'agua

Travelers 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

4/5(1 area review)

While Tirirical might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bacanga State Park and Centro de Promoção Artesanal do Maranhão (CEPRAMA).

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
Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ

3 out of 5
Av Colares Moreira Quadra 100 Lote 4 São Luís MA
$25 nightly
The price is $27 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$27 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Tropical Shopping and ...
Rede Andrade SLZ
Litoranea Praia Hotel

Litoranea Praia Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Litoranea, 10 São Luís MA
$64 nightly
The price is $67 total per night from Mar 9 to Mar 10
$67 total
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 19 beach bars. Popular attractions Calhau Beach and Sacred Art Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (606 reviews)
This was not the Hilton, but it can definitely compete and win😇

Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025

Litoranea Praia Hotel
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

4 out of 5
Rua João Pereira Damasceno, 02 São Luís MA
$87 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Mar 14 to Mar 15
$91 total
Mar 14 - Mar 15
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
older property feel but still excellent

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
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.
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 WiFi and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Pedras Fountain and Palacete Gentil Braga are located ...
6.2/10 (13 reviews)
Gostei do quarto e o atendimento foi muito bom e recomendo

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Hotel Bem-Viver
Cozy apartment just 3 minutes from the beach. Perfect for families.

Cozy apartment just 3 minutes from the beach. Perfect for families.

São Luís MA
Stay at this apartment in São Luís. Enjoy laundry facilities, air conditioning, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Sacred Art Museum and Shopping da Ilha ...
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
Tudo impecável.

Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026

Cozy apartment just 3 minutes from the beach. Perfect for families.
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 WiFi, 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 Jun 19, 2024

Edifício Creta
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.

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Reviews of São Luís

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 29%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 14%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

2/5 - Disappointing

Cecile

I stayed one night, had a visit in the old city. I found it unsafe, and not so interesting

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