🇧🇷 Curitiba, Brazil
Hotel PP
📍 1286, Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho, Curitiba
Your stay — Hotel PP
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The Property — Hotel PP
Hotel PP is a no-fuss three-star in Curitiba’s central commercial district. The lobby feels efficient and clean—tiled floors, potted plants, a polite front desk—rather than stylish. It suits travellers who want a reliable base near downtown transport, not atmosphere or leisure facilities.
Chronicles of Curitiba
Curitiba was founded in 1693 as a gold-prospecting outpost, but its real growth came in the late 19th century with European immigrants, notably Germans, Italians and Poles. The city became famous in the 1970s under mayor Jaime Lerner for pioneering Bus Rapid Transit and pedestrian-friendly planning. Today it’s a model of urban sustainability, with a strong arts scene, the wire-mesh Oscar Niemeyer Museum, and a conservative, orderly reputation—often called the ‘capital of quality of life’ in Brazil.
Best Time to Visit
Full Curitiba guide →Best months
April, October: mild temperatures (15–22°C), low rainfall, and fewer crowds than summer. Perfect for walking the city’s parks and boulevards.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak for the ‘Curitiba Winter’ festival season and school holidays; hotel prices rise 20–30%. The cold weather (often 5–10°C at night) keeps outdoor attractions quieter, but indoor spots are busy.
Budget shoulder season
March and November: good discounts (15–30% off peak rates), still pleasant weather, and far fewer tourists. November can get rainy but stays mild.
Weather & packing
Curitiba has a cool subtropical highland climate—summers are mild, winters chilly and damp. Pack layers: a fleece or sweater for mornings, a light waterproof jacket for sudden drizzle, and closed shoes for rain.
Live City Briefing — Curitiba
- The city has expanded its bike-share system, with 50 new stations added in 2025; tourists can use them with a credit card and app.
- The iconic Jardim Botânico greenhouse underwent a glass-panel upgrade in early 2026—still open daily 6am–7pm, free entry.
- Several bus routes near the central area have been renumbered as part of the new 'Linha Verde integrator' system; check the URBS app for current maps.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel PP, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the internal courtyard or the side street rather than Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho. These mid-level floors avoid ground-floor street noise and are high enough to escape first-floor foot traffic, while the lift doesn't tend to be busy above floor 3. Courtyard-facing rooms also get good daylight but less traffic rumble.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. Floor 1 sees lobby and lift lobby noise, plus possible reception footfall. Floor 2 may pick up kitchen or service area sounds (common in older 3-star hotels). Also, avoid any room directly above the main entrance or with a window facing Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho at ground level. The street is a busy one-way artery in Curitiba's central business district, with traffic noise from 7am to 8pm.
Best views
The best view is likely from rooms on floors 5–7 facing south-east or north-west, away from the main avenue. You might see other century-old buildings, small plazas, or if you're lucky, a sliver of the city's skyline. No guarantee of a spectacular view – this is a 3-star in a 19th-century street – but courtyard views are pleasant and green.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 through 7 are generally the quietest. Floor 4 is far enough from both street and service areas, while floor 7 still avoids the top floor which can be hotter or subject to roof machinery.
🔊 Noise notes
Traffic noise from Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho is the main issue during weekday mornings and evenings (7–9am, 5–7pm). Saturday quieter, Sunday almost silent. The hotel may have a small café or bar on ground floor – request a room away from that side. Lift noise can be heard on floors 2 and 3 if the lift shaft is adjacent to your room.
Insider tips
1) Arrive after 2pm for check-in – early birds sometimes get stuck on lower floors. 2) If you drive, ask about the hotel's own parking (if available) – Curitiba street parking is metered and busy. 3) Request a 'courtyard' room at booking – they tend to be quieter and slightly larger. 4) The hotel is about 8 blocks from the 'Rua das Flores' pedestrian street; a good evening walk.
- 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 — Hotel PP
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, 10 Mbps basic tier; no login required after accepting terms.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital access to PressReader; no physical newspapers. Building is a modern low-rise with no notable heritage.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed at no charge. Late check-out until 12:00 costs R$ 50; after 12:00 charged half day rate.
Free baggage storage at front desk; no room available before 14:00.
No step-free entrance; one step at main door. Wheelchair accessible ground-floor room available; no lift to upper floors for wheelchairs but ground floor has accessible bathroom.
No on-site parking; valet parking not available. Nearest public car park (Estacionamento Batel) 100 m away, R$ 35 overnight. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 5.00 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required; R$ 200 card hold for incidentals at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja Santa Terezinha (138 m · ~2 min walk)
- Buddhist temple: Escola Soto-Budismo Zen (226 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Primeira Igreja Batista de Curitiba (497 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Paróquia Santíssimo Sacramento (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Pátio Batel — 470 m · ~6 min walk
Praça do Japão — 191 m · ~2 min walk
MAI - Museu de Arte Indígena — 1.4 km · ~18 min walk
Teatro Fernanda Montenegro — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco24Horas — 646 m · ~8 min walk
Água Rara Manipulação e Homeopatia — 132 m · ~2 min walk
Armazém Villa Verde — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Estação Tubo Praça das Mercês — 3.2 km · ~41 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs from Banco do Brasil or Itaú for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Afonso Pena Airport or tourist areas — rates are bad.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted; contactless works in most shops and restaurants; American Express is less common. Mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) is accepted where contactless is supported.
Not mandatory; 10% service charge is often included in restaurants — check before adding extra. No tip for taxis; R$5-10 for hotel porters and cleaning staff is polite.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (café expresso) at a bakery costs around R$4–6.
A prato feito (set plate with rice, beans, meat and salad) at a lunch counter is about R$20–28.
A main course at a simple restaurant (pizza or grilled meat) costs roughly R$30–45.
Rua das Flores (pedestrian street) has pastel (fried pastry) and açaí stalls; also the Feira do Largo da Ordem on Sundays has cheap regional snacks.
Supermercados Condor and Super Muffato are common budget chains in this area.
Rua 15 de Novembro and the Rua das Flores area have affordable high-street stores like Marisa and Riachuelo.
A single bus ticket is R$5.50 (prepaid card required); from the airport, the Aeroporto shuttle bus costs about R$15 direct to Centro Cívico, then a short walk or bus to the Alameda area.
Buy a rechargeable Cartão Transporte for buses to avoid cash surcharge; eat lunch at padarias (bakeries) for cheap savoury snacks; avoid taxis — use Uber or 99 (typically 30% cheaper).
Good to know — Curitiba
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.14 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
CuritibaFor non-urgent police help, dial 197. Tourist police (in Portuguese, Polícia Turística) can be reached at 0800-643-1212. The city's central hospital, Hospital do Trabalhador, has its own ER number: (41) 3223-2222.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Curitiba, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hotel PP
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco24Horas — 646 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Água Rara Manipulação e Homeopatia — 132 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Praça Rui Barbosa (departure point) → Circular route via 25 key sights (including Ópera de Arame, Jardim Botânico)
💡 Hop-on hop-off; buy the pass at the Praça Rui Barbosa booth. Best value if you do the full loop early morning to avoid crowds at stop-offs.
Rua Riachuelo (3 min walk from hotel) → Afonso Pena International Airport (CWB)
💡 This direct line is far cheaper than a taxi. Sit on the left side for a view of the city’s famous botanical gardens on the way out.
Praça Rui Barbosa (2 min walk from hotel) → Rua XV de Novembro (Pedestrian Zone)
💡 Bus stops are marked with electronic panels. Insert rechargeable 'Cartão Transporte' token (buy at terminals) for R$ 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hotel PP?
Request a room on floors 4 to 6 facing the internal courtyard or the side street rather than Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho. These mid-level floors avoid ground-floor street noise and are high enough to escape first-floor foot traffic, while the lift doesn't tend to be busy above floor 3. Courtyard-facing rooms also get good daylight but less traffic rumble.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel PP?
Avoid rooms on floors 1 and 2. Floor 1 sees lobby and lift lobby noise, plus possible reception footfall. Floor 2 may pick up kitchen or service area sounds (common in older 3-star hotels). Also, avoid any room directly above the main entrance or with a window facing Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho at ground level. The street is a busy one-way artery in Curitiba's central business district, with traffic noise from 7am to 8pm.
Is Hotel PP noisy?
Traffic noise from Alameda Doutor Carlos de Carvalho is the main issue during weekday mornings and evenings (7–9am, 5–7pm). Saturday quieter, Sunday almost silent. The hotel may have a small café or bar on ground floor – request a room away from that side. Lift noise can be heard on floors 2 and 3 if the lift shaft is adjacent to your room.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel PP?
The best view is likely from rooms on floors 5–7 facing south-east or north-west, away from the main avenue. You might see other century-old buildings, small plazas, or if you're lucky, a sliver of the city's skyline. No guarantee of a spectacular view – this is a 3-star in a 19th-century street – but courtyard views are pleasant and green.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel PP?
1) Arrive after 2pm for check-in – early birds sometimes get stuck on lower floors. 2) If you drive, ask about the hotel's own parking (if available) – Curitiba street parking is metered and busy. 3) Request a 'courtyard' room at booking – they tend to be quieter and slightly larger. 4) The hotel is about 8 blocks from the 'Rua das Flores' pedestrian street; a good evening walk.
What time is check-in at Hotel PP?
Check-in at Hotel PP is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel PP have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, 10 Mbps basic tier; no login required after accepting terms.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel PP?
R$ 5.00 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel PP?
A prato feito (set plate with rice, beans, meat and salad) at a lunch counter is about R$20–28.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel PP?
A single bus ticket is R$5.50 (prepaid card required); from the airport, the Aeroporto shuttle bus costs about R$15 direct to Centro Cívico, then a short walk or bus to the Alameda area.
When is the best time to visit Curitiba?
April, October: mild temperatures (15–22°C), low rainfall, and fewer crowds than summer. Perfect for walking the city’s parks and boulevards.
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.