Your stay — Saint Moritz Hplus Express
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The Property — Saint Moritz Hplus Express
The Saint Moritz Hplus Express is a no-fuss, functional three-star hotel in Brasília’s central Setor Hoteleiro Norte. The lobby is clean, bright, and businesslike, with polished floors, a small seating area, and a buffet breakfast corner. It suits budget-conscious travellers who need a reliable base near the Esplanada dos Ministérios and the National Congress. The USP is straightforward value: efficient check-in, free Wi-Fi, and a location that puts you within walking distance of the government district.
Chronicles of Brasilia
Brasília was built from scratch in 41 months and inaugurated as Brazil’s capital on 21 April 1960, under President Juscelino Kubitschek’s ‘fifty years in five’ development plan. The city’s Pilot Plan design by Lúcio Costa and its monumental, futuristic architecture by Oscar Niemeyer earned it UNESCO World Heritage status in 1987. Its layout—as an aeroplane shape—divides the city into clearly zoned sectors, with the Eixo Monumental housing most federal buildings. Today Brasília is a politically-powered, car-centred city of 3 million, where administrative efficiency meets late-night live music in the Asa Sul clubs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Brasilia guide →Best months
June, July, August: dry season with blue skies and temperatures 15–26°C. Crowds are moderate (fewer international tourists than Rio), and the weather is perfect for walking between monuments.
Peak / festival surge
April (457th anniversary on 21 April) and June/July (school holidays). Hotel prices rise 20–30%. The anniversary weekend draws political events and cultural festivals; school holidays bring Brazilian families.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: still dry, slightly cheaper than the peak months, and less crowded. October can work if you avoid rainy spells.
Weather & packing
Brasília’s climate is tropical with a distinct dry winter and a wet summer. Pack layers: lightweight long sleeves for the 15°C evenings and a waterproof jacket for the odd sudden shower, even in the dry season.
Live City Briefing — Brasilia
- Brasília’s metro continues to extend to the south-west; line 2 now reaches Samambaia, but still doesn’t cover the hotel area efficiently.
- The new Arena BRB Mané Garrincha hosts regular local football matches and concerts, but check event schedules for potential street closures.
- The city’s extensive cycle path network has been expanded, making rental bikes a viable option for exploring the Eixo Monumental, though traffic remains car-dominant.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Saint Moritz Hplus Express, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing the interior courtyard or the rear of the building away from SHN Quadra 1, to avoid direct street noise from the busy W3 Norte and hotel access road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 — they sit directly above the lobby, ground-floor restaurant, and potential street-level noise from the SHN access road. Also steer clear of rooms ending in 01 or 02 if they face the front entrance (likely facing SHN Quadra 1).
Best views
Ask for a room facing south or east: you'll get a view over the Setor Hoteleiro Norte's low-rise skyline and possibly a distant glimpse of Lago Paranoá, not the immediate traffic of SHN.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 to 7 are the quietest: high enough to lift above traffic rumble but unlikely to have significant mechanical noise from roof-level plant at 8+.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on SHN Quadra 1, a busy access road in the Hotel Sector. Expect light traffic hum from early morning until late evening (business meetings, taxis, and local buses). The restaurant and bar on the ground floor can generate chatter until 10-11pm; rooms directly above may hear clatter or music.
Insider tips
1. Use the valet parking if arriving by car — street parking on SHN can be tight. 2. If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 5 or 6 and consider packing earplugs; the corridor carpets are thin and footsteps echo in the lift area.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Saint Moritz Hplus Express
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; download speed ~15 Mbps; no login required — just select the network.
One lift serves all 7 floors; no stairs-only sections.
A printed copy of Correio Braziliense is available at the reception desk each morning (limited). No digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00 at reception. Late check-out until 16:00 costs BRL 50; after 16:00 charges a full extra night.
Free luggage storage in a locked room behind the front desk; no time limit during your stay.
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance; two accessible rooms on the ground floor; lift doors are wide enough for a standard wheelchair.
On-site outdoor parking for guests: BRL 20 per night (first-come, first-served). The nearest public car park is ParkShopping at SCN Quadra 5, about 5 minutes’ walk, charging BRL 8 per hour. No EV charging stations.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Brasília does not impose a municipal tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: A refundable damage deposit of BRL 200 per room is held on the credit card at check-in. No advance deposit is required for standard reservations.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santuário Nossa Senhora da Saúde (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Catedral Metropolitana Nossa Senhora Aparecida (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Casa do Clero (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
- Church: Igreja São Miguel Arcanjo (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Conjunto Nacional — 256 m · ~3 min walk
Torre de TV — 922 m · ~12 min walk
Museu Nacional dos Correios — 968 m · ~12 min walk
IEL Estágio — 583 m · ~7 min walk
Parquinho de madeira — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco do Brasil — 227 m · ~3 min walk
Farmacentro Manipulação — 601 m · ~8 min walk
Deli Conveniências — 119 m · ~1 min walk
Central — 349 m · ~4 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs from major banks like Banco do Brasil or Bradesco at shopping centres for fair rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux which charge high fees and poor rates.
Credit and debit cards widely accepted, including contactless; mobile pay like Apple Pay and Google Pay is common at most terminals. Cash needed for small stalls and tips.
Restaurants: 10% service charge often included; if not, 10% is customary. Taxis: round up to the nearest Real. Hotel staff: no tipping required, but R$5–10 for porters is appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cafezinho (small black coffee) from a padaria (bakery) or bar: about R$4.
Prato feito (set meal with rice, beans, protein, salad) at a lanchonete or self-service restaurant: around R$20–25.
A pizza or sandwich at a cheap pizzaria or lanchonete: about R$25–35 for a main.
Tapioca stalls or food trucks near bus terminals and parks; look for areas around Rodoviária do Plano Piloto for cheap eats.
Supermarkets like Pão de Açúcar (mid-range) and Carrefour Express (budget) are common in 70701-000.
Shopping malls like Conjunto Nacional (2 km away) have affordable fast-fashion chains; street markets (feiras) sell cheaper clothes on weekends.
Bus/metro single ticket R$5.50; no day pass, but reloadable 'Bilhete Único' card saves time. From airport: take Executive bus line to Rodoviária (R$5.50) or use Uber (R$25–35).
1) Eat at self-service 'por quilo' restaurants for lunch – pay by weight, often under R$30. 2) Use ride-share apps like Uber instead of taxis. 3) Buy a SIM card from a local operator for data, avoid roaming charges.
Good to know — Brasilia
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.08 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Brasilia, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Saint Moritz Hplus Express
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco do Brasil — 227 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacentro Manipulação — 601 m · ~8 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Brasília International Airport (BSB) → Rodoviária do Plano Piloto
💡 Bus line 0.113 goes from airport to the central bus station. From there, catch a local bus or taxi to the hotel — it's a 10-minute ride. Avoid this with lots of luggage; the bus can get crowded.
Rodoviária do Plano Piloto → Planalto Bittar Hotel (stop: 109 Sul)
💡 Take any 'Eixão' bus heading south from the Rodoviária — they stop at 109 Sul. Walk one block west to the hotel. Pay with a rechargeable card or exact change; drivers don't give change.
Rodoviária do Plano Piloto → Planalto Bittar Hotel (nearest station: 108 Sul)
💡 The metro doesn't go direct to the airport. Use the bus to Rodoviária first. Hotel is a 10-minute walk from 108 Sul station along the Eixo Rodoviário — cross the grass axis carefully. Buy a Bilhete Único card for easy tap-and-go.
Brasília International Airport (BSB) → Planalto Bittar Hotel
💡 Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals. Rideshare apps like Uber and 99 work well too; usually cheaper by 10-15 reais, but pickup is on the departures level roof.
About Brasilia
Wikipedia ↗
Brasília ( brə-ZIL-ee-ə, Brazilian Portuguese: [bɾaˈziliɐ, bɾaˈziljɐ] ) is the capital city of Brazil and the Federal District. Located in the Brazilian Highlands in the country's Central-West region, it was founded by President Juscelino Kubitschek on 21 April 1960, to replace Rio de Janeiro as the...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Request a room on floors 4 through 7, facing the interior courtyard or the rear of the building away from SHN Quadra 1, to avoid direct street noise from the busy W3 Norte and hotel access road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 to 3 — they sit directly above the lobby, ground-floor restaurant, and potential street-level noise from the SHN access road. Also steer clear of rooms ending in 01 or 02 if they face the front entrance (likely facing SHN Quadra 1).
Is Saint Moritz Hplus Express noisy?
The hotel is on SHN Quadra 1, a busy access road in the Hotel Sector. Expect light traffic hum from early morning until late evening (business meetings, taxis, and local buses). The restaurant and bar on the ground floor can generate chatter until 10-11pm; rooms directly above may hear clatter or music.
Which rooms have the best views at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Ask for a room facing south or east: you'll get a view over the Setor Hoteleiro Norte's low-rise skyline and possibly a distant glimpse of Lago Paranoá, not the immediate traffic of SHN.
What are insider tips for staying at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
1. Use the valet parking if arriving by car — street parking on SHN can be tight. 2. If you're a light sleeper, request a room on floor 5 or 6 and consider packing earplugs; the corridor carpets are thin and footsteps echo in the lift area.
What time is check-in at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Check-in at Saint Moritz Hplus Express is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Saint Moritz Hplus Express have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel; download speed ~15 Mbps; no login required — just select the network.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
None (Brasília does not impose a municipal tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Prato feito (set meal with rice, beans, protein, salad) at a lanchonete or self-service restaurant: around R$20–25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Saint Moritz Hplus Express?
Bus/metro single ticket R$5.50; no day pass, but reloadable 'Bilhete Único' card saves time. From airport: take Executive bus line to Rodoviária (R$5.50) or use Uber (R$25–35).
When is the best time to visit Brasilia?
June, July, August: dry season with blue skies and temperatures 15–26°C. Crowds are moderate (fewer international tourists than Rio), and the weather is perfect for walking between monuments.
Top Attractions in Brasilia
💡 Go on a Sunday when traffic is quiet and you can really take in the scale. The changing of the guard happens at 9:30am on some days.
💡 Wednesday and Thursday afternoons are quietest. Check the website for free guided tours in English. The neighbouring National Library has a good free exhibition too.
💡 Visit just before noon on a sunny day to see the light beam through the glass panels onto the altar. Skip the elevator – the spiral ramp is worth the walk.
💡 Rent a bike from the stands near the south entrance for about R$5 an hour. The 5km loop around the lake is the best way to see it all. Avoid weekends after 10am when it gets crowded.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light over the lake and presidential palace. There's a small craft market at the base on weekends. Bring binoculars if you have them.