São Luís Travel Guide

Tourist 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

Travellers 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

While Turu may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Olho d'Agua Beach and Meio Beach.

Turu
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Olho D'agua

Travellers 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

While Tirirical isn't home to many top sights, Bacanga State Park and Josue Montello Cultural House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Tirirical
Rede Andrade SLZ

Rede Andrade SLZ

3 out of 5
Av Colares Moreira Quadra 100 Lote 4 São Luís MA
The price is £18 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
£18
11 Feb - 12 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Tropical Shopping and Mirante ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great property not super walkable, but still close to everything by Uber.

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Rede Andrade SLZ
Litoranea Praia Hotel

Litoranea Praia Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Litoranea, 10 São Luís MA
The price is £52 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
£52
25 Feb - 26 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 19 beach bars. Popular attractions Calhau Beach and Sacred Art Museum are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (600 reviews)
This was not the Hilton, but it can definitely compete and win😇

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Litoranea Praia Hotel
Soft Win Hotel São Luis

Soft Win Hotel São Luis

3 out of 5
Rua 28, Lote 04, Quadra 21, 4 São Luís MA
Stay at this hotel in São Luís. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (950 reviews)
Ver is fine, bur the

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

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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 Wi-Fi and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Pedras Fountain and Palacete Gentil Braga are ...
5.8/10 (12 reviews)
Preço e comodidade.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 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 Wi-Fi, 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 Jun 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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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 care-free afternoon at Ponta d'Areia Beach during your travels in São Luís?

Ponta d'Areia Beach

Olho d'Agua Beach

Why not spend a care-free 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 stay in 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 exploring the galleries in House of Maranhao during your travels in São Luís Historical Center. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

House of Maranhao

Ceuma University

Explore the campus of 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