Your stay — Cidade Canção
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The Property — Cidade Canção
Cidade Canção is a no-frills 3-star hotel on the busy Avenida Visconde de Guarapuava, a 20-minute walk from the centre. The lobby is functional with tile floors, a small seating area and a polite but brisk front desk — the vibe is purely utilitarian, aimed at budget travellers and short-stay workers who need a clean base in a convenient location. Rooms are compact, with basic furniture and good blackout curtains, but don't expect charm or extras. It suits travellers who prioritise location and low price over atmosphere.
Chronicles of Curitiba
Curitiba was officially founded in 1693 as a small gold-mining settlement, but grew slowly until the late 19th century, when waves of German, Italian, Polish and Ukrainian immigrants shaped both its architecture and food. The city became famous worldwide from the 1970s for its innovative urban planning, including the Bus Rapid Transit system and extensive park network. Its contemporary identity balances a strong environmental consciousness with a lively arts scene, anchored by the wire-and-glass Oscar Niemeyer Museum. Curitiba is often called the 'green capital' of Brazil due to its 64 square metres of green space per inhabitant.
Best Time to Visit
Full Curitiba guide →Best months
AprilMayOctober
Peak / festival surge
July (winter school holidays) plus the Festival de Teatro de Curitiba in March/April. During July, hotel prices rise 15-25% as Brazilian families travel, and Christmas/New Year also sees higher demand.
Budget shoulder season
August and September: still mild (12-18°C), fewer crowds, and hotel rates drop 10-20% after the July peak.
Weather & packing
Curitiba has a subtropical highland climate with sudden temperature drops and brief rain showers even in mid-winter. Pack layers: a warm jumper, water-resistant jacket, and closed-toe shoes for wet pavements.
Live City Briefing — Curitiba
- The Linha Turismo hop-on-hop-off bus resumed full service in early 2025 after track upgrades; it now runs daily from 8:30 to 17:30 with a single-day ticket costing R$80 (about £12).
- The Oscar Niemeyer Museum has extended its 'São Paulo Histórico' photography exhibition through August 2026 — it covers the city's architectural evolution and is worth a visit.
- From July 2026, a new direct bus line (linha 'Interbairros VII') connects the hotel's neighbourhood, Batel, to the Centro Cívico, reducing usual travel time by 10 minutes.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Cidade Canção, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 at the rear of the building, facing away from Avenida República Argentina. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and lift access.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2 facing the street, especially those directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft. Ground floor rooms often pick up lobby chatter and early morning deliveries.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms offer a quiet courtyard view. Front-facing rooms look onto Avenida República Argentina—busy but with city sights. Upper floors may see distant hills on clear days.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 6 tend to be quietest, as they are above street clatter but below any roof-level equipment.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida República Argentina carries persistent traffic noise, especially weekdays. The hotel entrance and lift area can echo from lobby interaction. Some street-facing windows may not be double-glazed at this 3-star level.
Insider tips
1. If you’re driving, ask for ground-floor parking access upfront—space limited; you may need to drop bags first. 2. Request a room not facing the street when booking; even a slight orientation change cuts noise noticeably. 3. Check in after 2pm to guarantee room preferences, as early arrivals get leftovers.
- 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 — Cidade Canção
Free, unthrottled Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed is 25 Mbps download, adequate for streaming. No login; just accept terms on captive portal.
One passenger lift serves all 6 floors. No stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to Gazeta do Povo and O Globo via single-use codes given at reception. No printed papers. The building is a 1980s concrete tower with a rooftop neon sign of the hotel name, visible from the avenue.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 11:00 (no fee). Check-out by 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 costs R$ 60 (subject to availability).
Free, in a locked room behind reception. Available on check-in day from 11:00 and after check-out until 20:00.
Step-free entry from street via ramp at side door. One accessible room on ground floor (no. 103). Lift is wide enough for a standard wheelchair. No grab rails in all bathrooms.
On-site covered parking: R$ 25 per night, first-come first-served, 40 spaces. Nearest public car park is Estacionamento Água Verde (Rua Silva Jardim, 300), R$ 30 per 12 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 3 per person per night (estadual ISS, often included in quoted rate; confirm at booking)
Deposit & card hold: First night pre-paid or credit card guarantee required. At check-in, a R$ 50 incidental hold is placed on your card.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Paróquia Santa Izabel (837 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Santa Catarina Labouré (845 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Cristã Maranata (982 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Reformada Curitiba (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Água Verde — 318 m · ~4 min walk
Jardinete Rodrigo David e Silva — 616 m · ~8 min walk
MAI - Museu de Arte Indígena — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bradesco — 276 m · ~3 min walk
Nissei — 70 m · ~1 min walk
Miramar — 832 m · ~10 min walk
Terminal Portão — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs (caixas eletrônicos) for decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Afonso Pena Airport or tourist spots—they mark up heavily.
Visa/Mastercard credit and debit accepted almost everywhere; contactless (encostar) works at most terminals. Cash still needed for small bars and street vendors.
Not mandatory: 10% service charge often included on restaurant bills; round up for taxis; hotel porters expect R$5–10.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cafezinho (small strong coffee) from a padaria (bakery) or lunch joint: about R$4.
Prato feito (set plate of rice, beans, protein, salad) at a lanchonete or per-kilo restaurant: R$20–30.
Main course at a simple local restaurant (e.g. pizza slice or fish moqueca): R$30–45.
Look for pastel trucks and acarajé stalls on the Rua 24 Horas or around Praça Tiradentes in the city centre – cheap and filling.
Supermercado Condor and Supermercado Festval are common budget chains in Curitiba.
Rua 24 Horas area and the main shopping streets (e.g. Rua XV de Novembro) have chain stores like C&A and Renner for affordable basics.
Single bus ride: R$4.25 (use pre-paid Cartão Transporte). Airport: take the regular bus 303 or shuttle cost R$15–20; avoid taxis which cost from R$60.
Eat at per-kilo lunch buffets instead of a la carte. Use the free walking tours of the historic centre. Buy a rechargeable bus card for flexibility and to avoid queues.
Good to know — Curitiba
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.1 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
CuritibaFor non-urgent police help, dial 197. Tourist police (in Portuguese, Polícia Turística) can be reached at 0800-643-1212. The city's central hospital, Hospital do Trabalhador, has its own ER number: (41) 3223-2222.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Curitiba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Cidade Canção
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bradesco — 276 m · ~3 min walk — pharmacy · Nissei — 70 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Praça Rui Barbosa (departure point) → Circular route via 25 key sights (including Ópera de Arame, Jardim Botânico)
💡 Hop-on hop-off; buy the pass at the Praça Rui Barbosa booth. Best value if you do the full loop early morning to avoid crowds at stop-offs.
Rua Riachuelo (3 min walk from hotel) → Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
💡 This direct line is far cheaper than a taxi. Sit on the left side for a view of the city’s famous botanical gardens on the way out.
Praça Rui Barbosa (2 min walk from hotel) → Rua XV de Novembro (Pedestrian Zone)
💡 Bus stops are marked with electronic panels. Insert rechargeable 'Cartão Transporte' token (buy at terminals) for R$ 4.50 flat fare—exact change not accepted.
Guaíra Palace Hotel → Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
💡 Book via the hotel reception for fixed rate; avoid street taxis outside the airport as they often charge double.
About Curitiba
Wikipedia ↗
Curitiba ( KOOR-ih-CHEE-bə, Brazilian Portuguese: [kuɾiˈtʃibɐ]) is the capital and largest city in the state of Paraná in Southern Brazil. The city's population was 1,829,225 as of 2024, making it the eighth most populous city in Brazil and the largest in Brazil's South Region. The Curitiba Metropol...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Cidade Canção?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 at the rear of the building, facing away from Avenida República Argentina. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but low enough for stable water pressure and lift access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Cidade Canção?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2 facing the street, especially those directly above the entrance or near the lift shaft. Ground floor rooms often pick up lobby chatter and early morning deliveries.
Is Cidade Canção noisy?
Avenida República Argentina carries persistent traffic noise, especially weekdays. The hotel entrance and lift area can echo from lobby interaction. Some street-facing windows may not be double-glazed at this 3-star level.
Which rooms have the best views at Cidade Canção?
Rear-facing rooms offer a quiet courtyard view. Front-facing rooms look onto Avenida República Argentina—busy but with city sights. Upper floors may see distant hills on clear days.
What are insider tips for staying at Cidade Canção?
1. If you’re driving, ask for ground-floor parking access upfront—space limited; you may need to drop bags first. 2. Request a room not facing the street when booking; even a slight orientation change cuts noise noticeably. 3. Check in after 2pm to guarantee room preferences, as early arrivals get leftovers.
What time is check-in at Cidade Canção?
Check-in at Cidade Canção is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Cidade Canção have Wi-Fi?
Free, unthrottled Wi-Fi in all rooms and public areas. Speed is 25 Mbps download, adequate for streaming. No login; just accept terms on captive portal.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Cidade Canção?
R$ 3 per person per night (estadual ISS, often included in quoted rate; confirm at booking)
Where can I eat cheaply near Cidade Canção?
Prato feito (set plate of rice, beans, protein, salad) at a lanchonete or per-kilo restaurant: R$20–30.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Cidade Canção?
Single bus ride: R$4.25 (use pre-paid Cartão Transporte). Airport: take the regular bus 303 or shuttle cost R$15–20; avoid taxis which cost from R$60.
When is the best time to visit Curitiba?
AprilMayOctober
Top Attractions in Curitiba
💡 The tram still runs on weekends – free rides. Grab a pastel from a street stall; the ones near the cathedral are best.
💡 Free every day – no trick. The upstairs gallery often has the best work. Takes 45 minutes max. Check Instagram for current exhibit.
💡 Go early on a weekday morning to avoid the crowds that gather by mid-morning. The greenhouse closes for cleaning 12-2pm.
💡 The tunnel is lit at sunset – aim to be there around 5:30pm. Bring water; the upper path has no shade.
💡 Wednesday entry is free all day – arrive before 10am to get a ticket without queuing. Skip the paid temporary exhibitions.