São José
Recife
Popular places to visit
Muro Alto Beach
Set on Brazil’s glorious northeastern coastline, this beach is the place to idle about on the soft sand and swim in the transparent water.
Maracaipe Beach
Ride big waves, swim in tidal pools and spot seahorses at this alluring beach in the southern region of Ipojuca.
Boa Viagem Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Boa Viagem Beach during your travels in Recife?
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.
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.
Calhetas Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Calhetas Beach during your travels in Recife?
Things to do
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
Praia dos Carneiros Tour with Catamaran (Bora Bora)
Top hotels in São José
Novotel Recife Marina
Very nice hotel with lots of potential. I think it may be new and there are small amounts of professionalism and quality lacking. For instance I asked many times for small things in the room (more coffee pods or water) and staff forgot. The room service was slow. Only the front desk speak any language ...
Reviewed on Aug 31, 2025
Roomo Transamerica Recife Parque do Cais
Razoável
Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025
Flats no Parque do Cais Recife
BEACH CLASS CONVENTION BY MAI
Nice staff Great breakfast People are super nice
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Rede Andrade Onda Mar
Clean room and helpful staff
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
Rede Andrade Vela Branca
Double beds don’t stick together.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São José
Ilha do Leite
Ilha do Leite is well-liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Recife area, you might plan a trip to IMIP Museum or Estádio Adelmar da Costa Carvalho.
Boa Vista
Travelers like the theaters in Boa Vista, and Rua da Aurora is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Pina
Pina is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pina Beach and Shopping RioMar.
Santo Amaro
You'll enjoy the museums and shopping in Santo Amaro. You might want to make time for a stop at Rua da Aurora or Shopping Tacaruna.
Recife Antigo
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Recife Antigo. You might want to make time for a stop at Recife Port or Praça Rio Branco.
Madalena
You'll enjoy the museums and theaters in Madalena. You might want to make time for a stop at Abolition Museum or Joaquim Cardozo Theater.
