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Our top choices for Centro Historico hotels

A large, multi-story building with a pink facade and arched windows.

1. Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis

Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis
3.0 star property
Centro Historico
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
The price is P7,758
P8,146 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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, (187 reviews)
"Beautiful colonial building"
United States
Stephan
The price is P4,346
P4,563 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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 P3,675
P3,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Palma Hostel
Reception

4. Pousada da Sé

Pousada da Sé
2.0 star property
Centro Historico
7.6 out of 10, Good, (12 reviews)
"It was horrible experience. The hotel was closed when I arrived, I rang the bell and no one open the door. The front place was not looking good, looked as abandoned place. I sent a message through the chat and they answered two hours later. I do not recommend this place."
United States
Soraya
The price is P1,352
P1,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Pousada da Sé
A rooftop terrace with three white chairs and a patterned floor, overlooking a cityscape.

5. 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 P3,616
P3,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hostel da Fonte
A kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.

6. Guará Hostel

Guará Hostel
2.0 star property
Centro Historico
7.4 out of 10, Good, (3 reviews)
Guará Hostel
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker chairs and a potted plant.

7. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"The place was wonderful you’ll be delighted"
United States
Michael
The price is P6,258
P6,571 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
A modern building with large glass windows reflecting the surrounding cityscape.

8. Rede Andrade Renascença

Rede Andrade Renascença
3.0 star property
2.5 km from Centro Historico
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
The price is P1,473
P1,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Rede Andrade Renascença
A buffet with various baked goods and desserts, including cakes and pastries, arranged on a marble counter.

9. 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, (880 reviews)
"Very nice stay Clean and well located Friendly staff "
United Kingdom
Pierre Antoine
The price is P3,950
P4,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Stop Way Hotel São Luís
A spa tub with a tray of amenities including a teapot, cups, and a glass of water.

10. 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, (442 reviews)
"The pool is great. Ocean view at breakfast"
Canada
Carolina
The price is P5,302
P5,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Brisamar Hotel & SPA São Luís
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by palm trees and lounge chairs.

11. 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, (730 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 P5,202
P5,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Blue Tree Premium São Luís
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a stone wall backdrop, overlooking a cityscape at night.

12. Abbeville Hotel

Abbeville Hotel
3.0 star property
2 km from Centro Historico
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (307 reviews)
"location, breakfast and staff."
United States
Genesio
The price is P3,579
P3,758 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 12 - Dec 13
Abbeville Hotel
A buffet with various food items and a coffee machine.

13. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Hotel bom"
Brazil
Rodrigo
The price is P2,785
P2,924 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Soft Win Hotel São Luis
A hotel entrance with a large archway, a central fountain, and a building with multiple windows in the background.

14. Hotel Premier

Hotel Premier
3.0 star property
Ponta do Farol, 4.3 km from Centro Historico
7.8 out of 10, Good, (866 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and excellent service "
United States
Rafael
The price is P2,897
P3,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hotel Premier
A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a beach, and a sports complex.

15. Veleiros Mar Hotel

Veleiros Mar Hotel
3.0 star property
Ponta D'areia, 3.5 km from Centro Historico
7.6 out of 10, Good, (334 reviews)
"O like to stay one night in the hotel.. friendly staff, good breakfast , clean and tidy room. They just forgot to leave enough towels in the room ( it was only 01 towel and we’re 03 guests)"
Netherlands
D
The price is P4,679
P4,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Veleiros Mar Hotel
A beachfront property with a swimming pool, beach access, and a view of the ocean.

16. 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 P3,748
P4,310 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
Hotel Resort Rio Poty
The entrance of the Professionalalle Hotel in São Luís with a reception desk, glass doors, and a purple doormat.

17. 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, (273 reviews)
"Really good food, well located, safe with 24hr room service."
United States
Vitor
The price is P2,231
P2,343 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Profissionalle Hotel São Luís
A spacious dining area with a long table and multiple chairs, large windows offering views of trees and buildings, and potted plants on the table.

18. Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ
3.0 star property
3.1 km from Centro Historico
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,182 reviews)
"Hotel excelente, equipe excelente."
Brazil
Polyane
The price is P1,954
P2,052 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Rede Andrade SLZ
A hotel lobby with a chandelier, elevators, and seating area.

19. 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, (359 reviews)
"We only slept a few hours there, but the staff was extremely helpful"
United States
Joe
The price is P3,756
P3,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Hotel Santos Dumont Aeroporto SLZ
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple balconies, and a view of the ocean.

20. Calhau Praia Hotel

Calhau Praia Hotel
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Centro Historico
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (490 reviews)
"Top"
Brazil
Allan
The price is P4,336
P4,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Calhau Praia Hotel
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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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
View
A coastal cityscape with a prominent waterfront, a bridge, and a dense cluster of buildings with red-tiled roofs.
Vila Galé Collection Opera - Sao Luis
3.0 star property
8.4
Very good
7 reviews
View
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
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
187 reviews
View
Reception
Pousada da Sé
2.0 star property
7.6
Good
12 reviews
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Where to stay in Centro Historico

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

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.

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

Travelers 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 might 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 Centro de Promoção Artesanal do Maranhão (CEPRAMA).

A street covered with colorful umbrellas hanging from wires.

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.

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 3 weeks ago
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
Palma Hostel

Palma Hostel

8/10 Good
"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."
Binh 1-night trip
Posted 1 month ago
Palma Hostel

Frequently asked questions

What is Centro Historico like?
Travelers to the Centro Historico neighborhood in São Luís Historical Center will be sure to enjoy their stay. Are you looking for Centro Historico travel tips? Be sure to check out São Luís Central Market and Maranhao History and Art Museum while you're in the neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Centro Historico?
Based on our traveler data, Pousada da Sé is one of the top choices for your stay in Centro Historico. This guesthouse offers free WiFi and concierge services. Other good options for your stay in the neighborhood 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 accommodations 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! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Centro Historico.
What is there to do around this São Luís Historical Center neighborhood?
Attractions like 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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Episcopal Palace or CCVM - Centro Cultural Vale Maranhão.