São Luís

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in São Luís

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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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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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Turu

When in Turu, you can plan a visit to Olho d'Agua Beach and Calhau 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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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
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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 Josue Montello Cultural House.

Tirirical
Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ

3 out of 5
Av Colares Moreira Quadra 100 Lote 4 São Luís MA
The price is NT$810 per night from Feb 19 to Feb 20
NT$810
NT$851 total
Feb 19 - Feb 20
includes taxes & 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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great property not super walkable, but still close to everything by Uber.

Reviewed on 2025/7/26

Rede Andrade SLZ
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

4 out of 5
Rua João Pereira Damasceno, 02 São Luís MA
The price is NT$2,647 per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
NT$2,647
NT$2,779 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
The daily breakfast is amazing. The staff is pleasant.

Reviewed on 2026/1/9

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
Litoranea Praia Hotel

Litoranea Praia Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Litoranea, 10 São Luís MA
The price is NT$2,193 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
NT$2,193
NT$2,302 total
Feb 17 - Feb 18
includes taxes & 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! (603 reviews)
This was not the Hilton, but it can definitely compete and win😇

Reviewed on 2025/10/16

Litoranea Praia Hotel
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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 ...
5.8/10 (12 reviews)
Preço e comodidade.

Reviewed on 2026/2/2

Hotel Bem-Viver
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 2024/6/19

Edifício Creta
Casa Duplex 5 quartos

Casa Duplex 5 quartos

3 out of 5
Conj. Planalto Pingão São Luís MA
Stay at this vacation home in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Rio Anil Shopping and Shopping da Ilha are located ...
Casa Duplex 5 quartos
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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.

Popular places to visit

photo of the sunset at Espigão Costeiro da Ponta d'Areia in São Luis do Maranhão in Brazil

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Ponta d'Areia Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Olho d'Agua Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Olho d'Agua Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Olho d'Agua Beach

House of Maranhao

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at House of Maranhao in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

House of Maranhao

São Luís Central Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at São Luís Central Market during your visit to São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

São Luís Central Market

Maranhao History and Art Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Maranhao History and Art Museum during your trip to São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Maranhao History and Art Museum

Ceuma University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Ceuma University during your stay in São Luís. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.

Ceuma University