What is Sao Francisco like?

Sao Francisco is a neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Are you looking for Sao Francisco travel tips? Be sure to check out Sao Francisco Beach and Icarai Beach while you're in the neighborhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sao Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Sao Francisco.

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What is there to do around this Niteroi neighborhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Sao Francisco Beach, Icarai Beach, and Praia de Charitas while you're in Sao Francisco. A visit to Guanabara Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora, Caio Martins Stadium, and Centro Cultural La Salle are just a few of the places to visit in and around Sao Francisco. UFF Art Center and Praia do Cais are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Niteroi.

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

1. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

Icarai, 1.9 km from Sao Francisco

Rasmus

R$ 544 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including illuminated buildings and a distant mountain.

2. H Niteroi Hotel

3.6 km from Sao Francisco

Christian

R$ 753 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sep - 28 Sep

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

3. Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

Gragoatá, 4.8 km from Sao Francisco

Antonio

R$ 509 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

4. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

7.8 km from Sao Francisco

roderick

R$ 600 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

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

5. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

9.3 km from Sao Francisco

Ariel

R$ 459 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

6. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

8.2 km from Sao Francisco

megillo

R$ 415 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

7. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

8.2 km from Sao Francisco

Thiago

R$ 283 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

8. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

8.3 km from Sao Francisco

William

R$ 377 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

9. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

9.7 km from Sao Francisco

Joe

R$ 450 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

10. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

12 km from Sao Francisco

Mary

R$ 505 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the ocean, and a rocky island in the distance.

11. Arena Leme Hotel

9.3 km from Sao Francisco

Oscar Eduardo Caudillo

R$ 689 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sep - 1 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.

12. Saionara Hotel

12.6 km from Sao Francisco

Lars

R$ 330 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The entrance to Hotel Regina with a stone facade, double doors, and potted plants on either side.

13. Hotel Regina Rio de Janeiro

8.7 km from Sao Francisco

Daniele

R$ 476 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large abstract painting, a sectional sofa, and a decorative floor pattern.

14. Royal Regency Palace Hotel

9.1 km from Sao Francisco

MARCIA

R$ 436 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Oct - 4 Oct

A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

15. Windsor Florida Hotel

8.9 km from Sao Francisco

gleice

R$ 530 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A rooftop terrace with seating areas, a pool, and a view of the cityscape.

16. Royal Rio Palace Hotel

10.4 km from Sao Francisco

Angel

R$ 397 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

17. Elegance Praia Hotel

8.7 km from Sao Francisco

Matjaz

R$ 356 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a prominent building with a purple-lit facade.

18. Américas Granada Hotel

9.6 km from Sao Francisco

Isata

R$ 291 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A buffet with various desserts and a potted plant.

19. ibis Rio de Janeiro Botafogo

10.5 km from Sao Francisco

Marianela Quesada

R$ 378 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A person in a white swimsuit standing in a pool with a cityscape view through large windows.

20. Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9.8 km from Sao Francisco

Mario

R$ 1.084 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Find the best Sao Francisco areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Copacabana

Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations.

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Ipanema

Surrounded by elegant development, Ipanema's beach boasts vibrant beach culture, with daily gatherings of surfers, sunbathers, and sports enthusiasts. Stroll along the grid-like streets to explore world-class restaurants, shops, and the bustling Ipanema Hippie Market.

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Barra da Tijuca

Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.

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A modern architectural structure with a unique design, a pool, and a waterfront setting.

Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travelers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

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Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing"

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel Nacional is a huge, modern and impressive looking hotel, but our stay did not get off to the best start. Check in took over 40 minutes after a long flight, and there always seemed to be queues at reception. The guy checking us took 20 minutes and seemed very slow. We'd booked two junior suites rooms and had asked to be on the same floor so our kids could be near us, but were put around 20 floors apart and were told the hotel was full, which was annoying. When you book two rooms how hard can it be to put you together? Our junior suites, however, were fantastic and definitely worth paying extra for. They were huge, with a large sitting room, massive bedroom, floor to ceiling windows and a luxurious bathroom. The hotel feels modern, clean and spacious. The pool was one of the best we saw in Brazil, with lots of seating and a lovely bar area. The beach outside is also beautiful and much quieter than Ipanema or Copacabana. Food was fairly average. The buffet had lots of choice but much of it was only lukewarm, and breakfast was similar. Vegetarian hot options were limited. We also found the staff throughout quite impersonal and not especially friendly. The location is peaceful but you are reliant on Uber as there is very little nearby apart from a supermarket and a rather empty shopping mall. Despite the service issues, we loved the room, pool and quieter setting and would definitely stay again."

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Our top choices for Sao Francisco hotels

1. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

2. H Niteroi Hotel

3. Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

4. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

5. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

6. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

7. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

8. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

9. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

10. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

11. Arena Leme Hotel

12. Saionara Hotel

13. Hotel Regina Rio de Janeiro

14. Royal Regency Palace Hotel

15. Windsor Florida Hotel

16. Royal Rio Palace Hotel

17. Elegance Praia Hotel

18. Américas Granada Hotel

19. ibis Rio de Janeiro Botafogo

20. Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Botafogo

Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

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