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 Meio 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 SAR 86 per night from Feb 12 to Feb 13
SAR 86
SAR 90 total
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (1,009 reviews)
Great property not super walkable, but still close to everything by Uber.

Reviewed on 26 July 2025

Rede Andrade SLZ
Litoranea Praia Hotel

Litoranea Praia Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Litoranea, 10 São Luís MA
The price is SAR 246 per night from Feb 23 to Feb 24
SAR 246
SAR 258 total
23 Feb - 24 Feb
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! (601 reviews)
This was not the Hilton, but it can definitely compete and win😇

Reviewed on 16 October 2025

Litoranea Praia Hotel
Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis

4 out of 5
Rua João Pereira Damasceno, 02 São Luís MA
The price is SAR 332 per night from Feb 11 to Feb 12
SAR 332
SAR 348 total
11 Feb - 12 Feb
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 9 January 2026

Hotel Luzeiros São Luis
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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 2 February 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
It was perfect for our short stay in SLZ

Reviewed on 19 June 2024

Edifício Creta
Flat style apartment in São Luís do Maranhão

Flat style apartment in São Luís do Maranhão

Turu São Luís MA
Stay at this apartment in São Luís. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Rio Anil Shopping and Sacred Art Museum are located nearby.
Flat style apartment in São Luís do Maranhão
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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

4/5(1 review)

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

Reviews of São Luís

3.6
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
1
5 - Excellent 14%
4 - Good
3
4 - Good 43%
3 - Okay
2
3 - Okay 29%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 14%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

2/5 - Disappointing

Cecile

I stayed one night, had a visit in the old city. I found it unsafe, and not so interesting