Olinda

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Olinda
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Photo by Sérgio Veludo
Photo by Sérgio Veludo
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Where to stay in Olinda

#Olinda #Unesco Olinda foi fundada em 1535 e é a mais antiga entre as cidades brasileiras declaradas Patrimônio Histórico e Cultural da Humanidade pela UNESCO. Olinda abriga dezenas de igrejas e conventos barrocos de inestimável valor histórico e mantém o seu traçado urbano colonial. Foi também eleita a primeira Capital Brasileira da Cultura. Olinda was founded in 1535 and is the oldest among Brazilian cities declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Olinda houses dozens of baroque churches and convents of inestimable historical value and maintains its colonial urban layout. It was also elected the first Brazilian Capital of Culture.

Olinda Historical Center

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

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.

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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.

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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 Mauricio de Nassau House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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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.

Fragoso
#Olinda #Unesco Olinda foi fundada em 1535 e é a mais antiga entre as cidades brasileiras declaradas Patrimônio Histórico e Cultural da Humanidade pela UNESCO. Olinda abriga dezenas de igrejas e conventos barrocos de inestimável valor histórico e mantém o seu traçado urbano colonial. Foi também eleita a primeira Capital Brasileira da Cultura. Olinda was founded in 1535 and is the oldest among Brazilian cities declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Olinda houses dozens of baroque churches and convents of inestimable historical value and maintains its colonial urban layout. It was also elected the first Brazilian Capital of Culture.

Carmo

If you're spending some time in Carmo, Mauricio de Nassau House and Alto da Se Park are top sights worth seeing.

Carmo
Hotel Costeiro

Hotel Costeiro

3 out of 5
Avenida Ministro Marcos Freire, 681, Bairro Novo, Olinda, PE
The price is AED 160 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
AED 160
AED 167 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Bairro Novo Beach and Convent of San Francisco ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (382 reviews)
"It’s been around since the sixties, but they’ve done a great job of keeping it up. Excellent breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 16 November 2024

Hotel Costeiro
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 Nossa Senhora das Neves Church 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 28 August 2023

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Hotel Pousada São Francisco
Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

Pousada dos Quatro Cantos

2.5 out of 5
Rua Prudente de Morais, 441, Carmo, Olinda, PE
The price is AED 229 per night from Sep 3 to Sep 4
AED 229
AED 265 total
3 Sep - 4 Sep
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 10 July 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! (679 reviews)
Boa estrutura
"Gostei bastante da estrutura do flat. Tudo muito bem dividido, banheiro espaçoso e moveis em boas condições. O melhor ponto era a vista com a cama próxima à janela. O único ponto insatisfatório foi a reforma da área da piscina em período de alta temporada."

Reviewed on 30 July 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! (119 reviews)
"Nice pool, but I wish that the property was taken care better, very expensive"

Reviewed on 29 March 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 4 July 2025

Conforto e Praticidade Alto padrao
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Popular places to visit

Ipojuca which includes swimming, tropical scenes and a sandy beach

Muro Alto Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Muro Alto Beach during your travels in Recife? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

Muro Alto Beach
Maracaipe Beach which includes surfing and a beach

Maracaipe Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Maracaipe Beach during your travels in Recife? Wander the clear-water beaches or discover the area's coral reefs.

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
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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
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Calhetas Beach

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

Calhetas Beach