São Luís

Travel Guide

A historic building with two prominent towers and a clock.
A street with colorful buildings, blue doors, and a cobblestone road.
A wide sandy beach with gentle waves, lined with palm trees and beachfront buildings.
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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Where to stay in São Luís

Find the best São Luís areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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 do Farol

Travelers like the beaches in Ponta do Farol, and Ponta d'Areia Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Turu

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

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.

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 Centro de Promoção Artesanal do Maranhão (CEPRAMA) and Rio Anil Shopping.

Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ

3 out of 5
Av Colares Moreira Quadra 100 Lote 4 São Luís MA
The price is AED 167 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
AED 167
AED 175 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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 ...
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 AED 448 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
AED 448
AED 471 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & 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! (1,001 reviews)
"We had to change the room because it wasn’t cleaned. The air conditioning is a little bit updated with smell in the room. Staff friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
Profissionalle Hotel São Luís

Profissionalle Hotel São Luís

3 out of 5
Av. Coronel Colares Moreira, 13 São Luís MA
The price is AED 202 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
AED 202
AED 212 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tropical Shopping and Mirante da Lagoa are located ...
Profissionalle Hotel São Luís
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Aparthotel holandeses

Aparthotel holandeses

3 out of 5
Av. dos Holandeses, 3 São Luís MA
Stay at this aparthotel in São Luís. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Calhau Beach and Tropical Shopping are located ...
Aparthotel holandeses
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 (14 reviews)
"O local é simples, compatível com o preço ofertado, o anfitrião foi extremamente solicito, sem nada a reclamar."

Reviewed on 22 April 2026

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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (17 reviews)
"It was perfect for our short stay in SLZ"

Reviewed on 19 June 2024

Edifício Creta
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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

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

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

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

Palace of the Lions

After visiting Palace of the Lions, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Palace of the Lions