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A spacious lobby with large windows, multiple seating areas, and a central fireplace.

1. Matiz Niterói Design Hotel

1.6 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Stephane

￥16,398

￥17,219 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A modern interior with a staircase, white furniture, and large windows.

A bed with a tray of chocolates, champagne, and glasses, a candle, and red roses.

A spacious lobby with white armchairs, a fireplace, and large woven light fixtures.

A modern hotel lobby with a glass staircase, seating area, reception desk, and large windows.

2. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

1.4 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Rasmus

￥15,452

￥15,761 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a TV, a small fridge, a table with chairs, and a large window with a view of the sea and mountains.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a fire extinguisher, and a view of palm trees and buildings.

A buffet setup with various fruits, pastries, and beverages.

A spa room with a wooden bench, a hot tub, and a towel with roses.

3. Solar do Amanhecer

1.4 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Irmgard

￥12,526

￥12,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A hotel room with a bed, a tray with breakfast items, and a framed picture on the wall.

A lobby with a cream-colored sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table with magazines, a large abstract painting, and a potted plant.

The exterior of the Icarai Praia Hotel with a curved entrance, potted plants, and a car parked in front.

A lobby with a checkered floor, two leather armchairs, a coffee table, a vase with flowers, and a potted plant.

4. Icaraí Praia Hotel

1.9 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Luciana - Robert and Vince

￥13,929

￥14,207 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, an air conditioning unit, and a view of the outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a potted plant, and a view of the outside.

A reception area with a brick wall, a reception desk, a seating area with patterned chairs, and potted plants.

A modern bathroom with a shower, a toilet, and a sink.

5. Petit Village Icarai

1.6 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Melvin

￥6,931

￥8,305 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, and an air conditioning unit.

A reception desk with a sign for "ICARA SUITES" and a staircase in the background.

A room with a stone wall, a black leather chair, a small round table with a plant, a cushion, and a fire extinguisher.

An outdoor seating area with bamboo fencing, a tree, and a staircase.

6. Icarai Suites

1.6 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Maria e p

￥13,450

￥13,719 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

A spacious lobby with a central seating area, a large star-shaped floor design, and a modern ceiling light fixture.

The exterior of the Tower Icarai Hotel with a prominent entrance, a sign above the door, and a small garden area with plants.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, featuring white tablecloths and wooden chairs.

A large, decorated Christmas tree in a lobby with multiple smaller trees and wrapped gifts underneath.

7. Tower Icaraí Hotel

1.5 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Joseph

￥16,209

￥16,533 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A rooftop terrace with lounge chairs, potted plants, and a view of surrounding high-rise buildings.

A dining table with plates of food and drinks, surrounded by chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden wall, a sign reading "VILLAGE Icarai", and a vintage orange dresser with a vase and magazines.

8. Hotel Village Icaraí

1.7 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Fabricio

￥9,160

￥11,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 4 - Sep 5

A room with a large window, two wooden chairs, a small table, and a potted plant.

A room with a television displaying a religious message, a tiled floor, and a doorway leading to a bathroom.

A coastal walkway lined with wooden posts and cacti, leading to a beach with distant mountains.

A landscaped garden with various plants, a wooden bench, and a stone wall.

9. Mansão de Pirah

4.7 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Sarah

￥8,173

￥14,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A building with a sign reading "Sangha Urena".

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining area in the background, and a brick wall.

A brown leather sofa with floral cushions, a hanging plant with red and yellow leaves, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A spacious room with a high ceiling and wooden paneling, large windows, and a dark wooden floor.

10. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

8.7 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Gabriel

￥8,210

￥8,620 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A hotel room with a bed, a view of a mountain and water, and a balcony with chairs.

A hotel reception area with a curved counter, a staircase, and a decorative iron gate.

11. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

7.8 km from Sao Francisco Beach

William

￥11,087

￥11,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A reception area with a glass wall displaying the hotel's name, 'HOTEL ELEVARE NITEROI.'

A hallway with a brick wall, potted plants, framed pictures, and a mirror.

A hotel room with two beds, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and two framed artworks.

A modern staircase with glass railings and illuminated steps, leading upwards in a building with a glass ceiling.

12. Hotel Elevare Niteroi

4.1 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Kieron

￥6,866

￥8,238 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

The exterior of Niteroi Palace Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a tiled entrance area.

A lobby with a striped sofa, a glass elevator, and a modern interior design.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a television.

A bar area with wooden stools, a marble countertop, and shelves with glassware and plates.

13. Niterói Palace Hotel

3.7 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Edward

￥11,659

￥11,892 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A person seated at a wooden desk in a room with a blackboard wall covered in various writings and drawings.

An entrance with metal gates, a visible door, and a sign indicating room number 22.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a window.

An outdoor seating area with white plastic chairs and tables, a sign for "M C OFFICE HOSTEL," and potted plants.

14. MEC Office Hostel

3.4 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Rodolfo

￥7,048

￥7,189 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A bridge leading to a beach with a view of a cliff and the sea.

A yellow building with a blue door and shutters, surrounded by greenery.

A bedroom with a bed, a blue door, a small balcony, and a mirror.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with shutters, a blue door, and a view of greenery outside.

15. Brasileranza Hostel

3.8 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Allison

￥3,140

￥6,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, a long dining table with orange chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, dining table, chairs, and a trash can.

A modern hotel room with a bed, a TV, a sofa, and large windows with curtains.

A swimming pool with a wooden deck and metal railings, surrounded by a building with balconies and a mesh fence.

16. RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

8.5 km from Sao Francisco Beach

grizel

￥8,210

￥13,252 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A modern building with a pool, palm trees, and a sunset view.

A buffet with various fruits and beverages.

An outdoor patio with seating and a view of the sea.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a coffee table, and a wall with colorful artwork.

17. Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

4.4 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Antonio

￥15,448

￥15,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a mountain and cityscape.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows, a round table, and a cushioned chair.

A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A wooden door with a stone wall and lush greenery in the background.

18. Chez Georges

9.3 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Paola

￥67,241

￥70,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and tables, overlooking a coastal view with a prominent mountain.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a body of water.

A rooftop bar with a wooden deck, three blue bar stools, and a bar counter with various bottles and glasses.

19. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

7.3 km from Sao Francisco Beach

roderick

￥19,271

￥20,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance at the base.

A spacious lounge area with a long counter, white sofas, and a view of the city and mountains through large windows.

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned floor, seating areas, and a reception desk.

20. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

8.8 km from Sao Francisco Beach

Shaun

￥11,796

￥13,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

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Compare popular hotels close to Sao Francisco Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Matiz Niterói Design Hotel	9.2 Wonderful 197 reviews	View
Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 256 reviews	View
Solar do Amanhecer	8.6 Excellent 583 reviews	View
Icaraí Praia Hotel	8.4 Very Good 425 reviews	View
Petit Village Icarai	8.4 Very Good 189 reviews	View

Top Sao Francisco Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Village Icaraí

10/10 Excellent

"Um bom lugar para se hospedar."

H Niteroi Hotel

8/10 Good

"This hotel is conveniently located. Close to the beach, shops, etc. The rooms are a little bit small, however the views from the rooms with balcony are breathtaking. The buffet is ok. Buttlers and front desk staff are kind and responsive."

Icaraí Praia Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"O hotel tem uma excelente localização Limpo Jantar ótimo, café da manhã ótimo tb Pessoal muito atencioso. Adorei"

Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

10/10 Excellent

"the staff was very nice and the restaurante staff was unbelievable good !!!!"

Petit Village Icarai

10/10 Excellent

"Pretty good"

Hotel Cantareira

10/10 Excellent

"Great staff "

Matiz Niterói Design Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Nice room, very kind and friendly staff"

Niterói Palace Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The room was spotless and the staff were very helpful especially when asked to sort out the internet connection in the room. The choice of foods for breakfast was excellent. "

Other attractions near Sao Francisco Beach

Parque da Cidade

10.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Parque da Cidade, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Niteroi. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Praia de Charitas

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia de Charitas during your trip to Niteroi?

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Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora

Find out about the history of Niteroi when you take a trip to Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Icarai Beach

8.0/10 (136 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Icarai Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro?

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Campo De Sao Bento

8.0/10 (1 review)

After visiting Campo De Sao Bento, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Niteroi. Attend a sporting event or discover the area's mountain views.

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Caio Martins Stadium

Catch an event at Caio Martins Stadium during your trip to Niteroi. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Centro Cultural La Salle

Enjoy an outing to Centro Cultural La Salle during your stay in Niteroi. Discover the area's art scene and shops.

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Praia do Cais

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia do Cais during your trip to Niteroi? Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sao Francisco Beach?

Sao Francisco Beach is located in Rio de Janeiro. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 14 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Sao Francisco Beach?

Solar do Amanhecer is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Sao Francisco Beach. Other good choices close by include Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel and Tower Icaraí Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to Sao Francisco Beach?

Expedia has 14 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sao Francisco Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sao Francisco Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Sao Francisco Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sao Francisco Beach?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Sao Francisco Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Sao Francisco Beach?

Study the collections at Niterói Contemporary Art Museum, Museum of Modern Art, or National History Museum (Museu Historico Nacional). While you're exploring, swing by Santa Cruz Forta, Caio Martins Stadium, and Sao Luiz Fort to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at UFF Art Center, Vivo Rio, and Joao Caetano Municipal Theater.

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Our top choices for Sao Francisco Beach hotels

1. Matiz Niterói Design Hotel

2. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

3. Solar do Amanhecer

4. Icaraí Praia Hotel

5. Petit Village Icarai

6. Icarai Suites

7. Tower Icaraí Hotel

8. Hotel Village Icaraí

9. Mansão de Pirah

10. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

11. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

12. Hotel Elevare Niteroi

13. Niterói Palace Hotel

14. MEC Office Hostel

15. Brasileranza Hostel

16. RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

17. Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

18. Chez Georges

19. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

20. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Compare popular hotels close to Sao Francisco Beach

Top Sao Francisco Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Village Icaraí

H Niteroi Hotel

Icaraí Praia Hotel

Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

Petit Village Icarai

Hotel Cantareira

Matiz Niterói Design Hotel

Niterói Palace Hotel

Other attractions near Sao Francisco Beach

Parque da Cidade

Praia de Charitas

Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora

Icarai Beach

Campo De Sao Bento

Caio Martins Stadium

Centro Cultural La Salle

Praia do Cais

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