São José

Recife

Popular places to visit

Muro Alto 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
Boa Viagem Beach, Recife, Northeast Brazil

Boa Viagem Beach

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

Boa Viagem Beach
Maracaipe 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
beach itapuama, pernambuco

Gaibu Beach

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

Gaibu Beach
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

Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools

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.

Porto de Galinhas Natural Pools
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

Things to do

Recife street on an overcast day

City Tour Recife And Olinda

P1,878
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour Recife And Olinda
Day use by the sea with pool and lots of fun

Day use by the sea with pool and lots of fun

P705
per adult
Day use by the sea with pool and lots of fun
Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran

Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran (Bora Bora)

P1,879
per adult
Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran (Bora Bora)
Recife And Brennand Institute From Porto de Galinhas

Recife And Brennand Institute From Porto de Galinhas

P2,363
per adult
Recife And Brennand Institute From Porto de Galinhas
Casa da Cultura

Shopping Tour in Recife

P3,107
per adult
Shopping Tour in Recife
Porto de Galinhas Tour

Porto de Galinhas Tour

P1,842
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Porto de Galinhas Tour
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Top hotels in São José

Novotel Recife Marina

Novotel Recife Marina

4 out of 5
Cais Santa Rita 46 Recife PE
The price is P9,704 per night from May 3 to May 4
P9,704
P9,898 total
May 3 - May 4
includes taxes & 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 ...
Novotel Recife Marina
Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem

Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Conselheiro Aguiar, 919 Recife Pernambuco
The price is P3,050 per night from May 10 to May 11
P3,050
P3,203 total
May 10 - May 11
includes taxes & 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! (1,461 reviews)
Great service , friendly staff amazing breakfast

Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

Kastel Manibu Recife - Boa Viagem
BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI

BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI

4 out of 5
Rua Maria Carolina, 661 Recife PE
The price is P4,169 per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
P4,169
P4,378 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
includes taxes & 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! (1,153 reviews)
Nice view , clean room .

Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026

BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI
Rede Andrade Vela Branca

Rede Andrade Vela Branca

3 out of 5
Av. Eng. Domingos Ferreira, 4395 Recife PE
The price is P1,253 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
P1,253
P1,441 total
Apr 28 - Apr 29
includes taxes & 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,333 reviews)
Great value

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Rede Andrade Vela Branca
Rede Andrade Onda Mar

Rede Andrade Onda Mar

3 out of 5
Rua Ernesto de Paula Santos Recife PE
The price is P1,770 per night from May 3 to May 4
P1,770
P1,858 total
May 3 - May 4
includes taxes & 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! (2,734 reviews)
this should be considered a apart hotel , not a HOTEL

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

Rede Andrade Onda Mar
Rede Andrade LG Inn

Rede Andrade LG Inn

3.5 out of 5
Av. Engenheiro Domingos Ferreira, 3067 Recife PE
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P1,569 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
P1,569
P1,647 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Recife. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,592 reviews)
All perfect todo diez puntos

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Rede Andrade LG Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around São José

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Ilha do Leite

Ilha do Leite is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Recife area, you might plan a trip to IMIP Museum or Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho.

Ilha do Leite
Church of Our Lady of Carmo do Rio Branco is one of oldest buildings of Boa Vista in presence of Carmelite White River dates from 1725.

Boa Vista

Travelers like the theaters in Boa Vista, and Teatro Boa Vista is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Boa Vista
Historical Center of Recife City - Pernambuco, Brazil; Shutterstock ID 452349505

Recife Antigo

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Recife Antigo. You might want to make time for a stop at Recife Port or Centro Cultural Cais do Sertão.

Recife Antigo
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Derby

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Derby. You might want to make time for a stop at Pernambuco Medicine Memorial or Cinema da Fundacao Joaquim Nabuco.

Derby
Praia de Boa Viagem 2022 Pina Brasil

Pina

Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.

Pina
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Santo Amaro

You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Santo Amaro. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Tacaruna or Rua da Aurora.

Santo Amaro

São José