Olinda

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Olinda
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo

Where to stay in Olinda

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Olinda Historical Center

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Olinda Historical Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic Place or Alto da Se Park.

Olinda Historical Center
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Bairro Novo

While Bairro Novo isn't home to many top sights, Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Homens Pretos and Bairro Novo Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Bairro Novo
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Amaro Branco

Amaro Branco might not have many top sights, but Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Homens Pretos and Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic Place are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Amaro Branco
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Bonsucesso

If you're spending some time in Bonsucesso, Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Homens Pretos and Do Carmo Square are top sights worth seeing.

Bonsucesso
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Fragoso

Though Fragoso might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Caiada Beach and Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Rosario dos Homens Pretos.

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Carmo

If you're spending some time in Carmo, Casa de Alceu Valenca Historic Place and Alto da Se Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.

Carmo
Hotel Pousada São Francisco

Hotel Pousada São Francisco

3 out of 5
Rua do Sol 127, Carmo, Olinda, PE
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Convent of Sao Francisco and Alto da Se Cathedral ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (108 reviews)
"People very friendly, they do what they can to help you"

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2023

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Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Hotel 5 Sóis

Hotel 5 Sóis

3 out of 5
Av. Ministro Marcos Freire, 633, Olinda, PE
The price is P2,368 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P2,368
P2,486 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bairro Novo Beach and Convent of San Francisco are ...
8/10 Very Good! (61 reviews)
"Atendimento excelente em todos os sentidos."

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Hotel 5 Sóis
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

2.5 out of 5
Rua Prudente de Morais, 441, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is P4,192 per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
P4,192
P4,842 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly pousada in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
Better than in the pictures!
"Beautiful old house right in the middle of the historical colonial sector of Olinda. The free breakfast was varied, abundant, and delicious, and the personnel extremely helpful. They connected us with an excellent tour guide, Heider, who led us around Olinda and Recife."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2024

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos
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HY Beach Flats

HY Beach Flats

3.5 out of 5
344 Avenida Boa Viagem, Recife, PE
Stay at this 3.5-star beach apartment in Recife. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and Pina Beach ...
8/10 Very Good! (676 reviews)
"Excelente quarto!!! Tudo perfeito!! Só uma sugestão ao proprietário, colocar uma prateleira/nincho dentro do box, para apoiar sabonete, shampoo."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

HY Beach Flats
Condomínio TOLIVE One Housi by Carpediem

Condomínio TOLIVE One Housi by Carpediem

3 out of 5
R. Gen. Joaquim Inácio 170, Recife, PE
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly apartment in Recife. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (117 reviews)
"Nice pool, but I wish that the property was taken care better, very expensive"

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2025

Condomínio TOLIVE One Housi by Carpediem
Conforto e Praticidade Alto padrao

Conforto e Praticidade Alto padrao

2.5 out of 5
R. Dr. Pedro de Melo Cahú, 201, Recife, PE
Stay at this aparthotel in Recife. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and Third Garden of Boa Viagem ...
2/10 (1 review)
Poor Service, No Communication
"I arrived on time for my check-in, but to my surprise, I was treated very poorly by the front desk staff. While trying to resolve the issue through the Hotels.com chat, I discovered that my reservation had been mistakenly cancelled—without any prior notice or communication from the property. I was ..."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Conforto e Praticidade Alto padrao
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Popular places to visit

Muro Alto Beach which includes swimming, general coastal views and a beach

Muro Alto Beach

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.

Muro Alto Beach
Maracaipe Beach featuring surfing and a beach

Maracaipe Beach

Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca.

Maracaipe Beach
Boa Viagem Beach

Boa Viagem Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife?

Boa Viagem Beach
Merepe Beach

Merepe Beach

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.

Merepe Beach
Praça Rio Branco

Praça Rio Branco

Find out about the history of Recife with a stop at Praça Rio Branco. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Praça Rio Branco
Calhetas Beach

Calhetas Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Calhetas Beach during your travels in Recife?

Calhetas Beach

Things to do

Natural pools in front of the Bora Bora Reception

Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran (Bora Bora)

P1,632
per adult
Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran (Bora Bora)
Porto de Galinhas sign

Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas

P1,588
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
Private Guided Walking Tour in Recife

Private Guided Walking Tour in Recife

P5,263
per adult
Private Guided Walking Tour in Recife
Recife street on an overcast day

City Tour Recife And Olinda

P1,417
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour Recife And Olinda
Caetano Family in City Tour Recife Olinda.

Recife & Olinda City Tour

P5,612
per traveler
Recife & Olinda City Tour
Private Tour of Porto de Galinhas - Group 1 to 6 PAX - Leaving Maragogi

Private Tour of Porto de Galinhas - Group 1 to 6 PAX - Leaving Maragogi

P6,122
per traveler
Private Tour of Porto de Galinhas - Group 1 to 6 PAX - Leaving Maragogi
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