Your stay — Bela Vista
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The Property — Bela Vista
Bela Vista is a no-frills 3-star hotel on Florianopolis's mainland side, overlooking the Hercilio Luz Bridge. Its lobby feels like a functional waiting room — tiled floors, a desk with a tired computer, and a vending machine humming in the corner. It suits budget travellers and short-stopovers who need a clean bed near the bus terminal. The USP is price and position: a 10-minute walk to the ferry to the island's beaches, and cheaper than anything south of the bridge.
Chronicles of Florianopolis
Florianopolis was founded in 1726 by Portuguese settlers from Sao Paulo and Azorean immigrants, who built a small fort at the entrance of the strait. The city's centre still holds 18th-century colonial churches and pastel-coloured houses, especially around the cathedral and the old market. The Hercilio Luz Bridge, completed in 1926, linked the island to the mainland and is the city's defining landmark — a steel suspension bridge you can walk across. Tourism boomed from the 1990s, helped by direct flights from Buenos Aires and Santiago, but the city's culture remains firmly Azorean: seafood, lacework and quiet fishing villages on the north and south ends of the island.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florianopolis guide →Best months
March and April; water is still warm from summer, beaches are quieter and humidity drops. November is also good — spring flowers, fewer tourists, and temperatures in the low 20s.
Peak / festival surge
January is peak, driven by school holidays and a string of summer festivals from New Year's Eve (Réveillon) through Carnival. Prices for hotels like Bela Vista can double. The city swells with Brazilian tourists and Argentines; traffic on the island clogs the single bridge.
Budget shoulder season
May and June are the cheapest months — cold fronts bring rain and 15°C days, but you'll get discounts of 30-40%. You'll have beaches mostly to yourself, though shops close early. October also works: spring, mild, before the summer rush.
Weather & packing
July is winter here — expect 10-18°C, overcast skies and occasional cold rain. Pack a waterproof jacket, long trousers and layers; leave the flip-flops at home.
Live City Briefing — Florianopolis
- The Hercilio Luz Bridge is undergoing a major renovation — one lane closed until late 2026; expect 15-minute delays crossing from the mainland to the island.
- Florianopolis airport (Hercilio Luz International) finished its new terminal in 2020, but runway works in July 2026 may reduce flight slots — check your airline for schedule changes.
- The old city-centre market underwent a refurbishment earlier this year, with new food stalls and a craft brewery — open daily, but quieter in winter.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Bela Vista, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3–5, facing the back of the building (away from Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga). These mid-level floors are less affected by street noise and lift traffic, and the rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, prone to noise from the bar and breakfast setup) and any front-facing rooms overlooking the street, as Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga is a main local road with daytime traffic.
Best views
If available, a rear room on floor 5 or 6 offers a view over the local rooftops and hills of the continent neighborhood, not the ocean — the street is residential, so no coastal vista.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–5 tend to be quietest, with less lift activity and fewer guests passing through. The top floor (likely 6, if no lift goes higher) may also be calm but check if it shares a roof with A/C units.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga is a two-way street with moderate traffic during the day (buses, cars, scooters). The hotel bar can be lively until 10/11pm, especially on weekends, and the lift mechanism may be audible from rooms adjacent to the shaft.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, and request it be a 'sitio' (quiet) room at check-in — the reception may hold one if you mention it. 2) Parking is limited to a few spots in front; arrive before 5pm or use the nearby public lot on Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga (50m west).
- 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 — Bela Vista
Free basic WiFi (4 Mbps, usable for email/maps); a premium tier (20 Mbps) costs R$ 15 per day. Login via room number and last name, no repeat login for 24h.
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers or digital newsstand. The property is a modernised 1980s beach building with original sea-facing verandahs.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop is free if room not ready. Late checkout until 12:00 costs R$ 100; after 12:00, charge for full extra night.
Free luggage storage available at reception during your stay and on check-out day until 18:00.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift fits a standard wheelchair. Bathrooms are not adapted (no roll-in shower or grab bars).
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is at Avenida das Rendeiras 1234 (5 min walk, R$ 25 per night, no EV charging). Street parking is free but limited and may be unsafe overnight; prefer the garagem.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 3.50 per person, per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; at check-in, a R$ 200 card hold for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Paróquia Nossa Senhora de Guadalupe (563 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Salão do Reino das Testemunhas de Jeová (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Praça República do Líbano — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk
Redes Menor Preço — 982 m · ~12 min walk
Deck 22 — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATM machines at banks or authorised exchange offices (casas de câmbio) for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange desks, which give poor rates and high fees.
Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless and mobile pay (Google Pay, Apple Pay) are common in urban areas but less so at small street stalls.
Restaurants include a 10% service charge (serviço) on the bill, which is optional but customary to pay; taxis don't expect a tip but rounding up is fine; hotel staff appreciate R$5–10 for carrying bags or R$10–20 for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small cafezinho (filtered coffee) at a padaria (bakery) costs about R$4–6.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a local lanchonete costs R$18–28.
A main dish at a simple neighbourhood restaurant, such as frango grelhado (grilled chicken) with sides, costs R$25–35.
Pastel (fried pastry with fillings) from street stalls or food markets and tapioca crepes sold at kiosks near beaches or bus terminals, typically R$8–15 each.
Common budget supermarket chains in Florianópolis include Comper, Supermercados Angeloni, and Giassi; there are also smaller mercados in the Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga area.
For affordable clothing, visit the Centre's Feira do Largo da Alfândega market or shopping centres like Beiramar Shopping for chain stores; local boutiques on Rua Felipe Schmidt have mid-range options.
The cheapest way around is by public bus (single fare R$6.10, no day pass) – from the airport (Hercílio Luz) take the 'Aeroporto Executivo' shuttle (around R$10) or bus 466 to Centro, then connect; taxis/rideshares cost R$60–80 from the airport.
1) Eat at lunchtime buffets (self-service por quilo) for a full meal at half dinner prices. 2) Buy a reloadable 'Cartão Cidadão' bus card to avoid cash fares and save time. 3) Skip touristy beachfront restaurants – walk one block inland for locally priced menus.
Good to know — Florianopolis
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.11 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Florianopolis, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Bela Vista
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.3 km · ~17 min walk — pharmacy · Redes Menor Preço — 982 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Florianopolis Airport → Pousada Drops de Aniz
💡 Airport Uber has a separate pick-up zone to the right of the main exit. 99Pop is usually 15–20% cheaper but drivers are less likely to accept the long route. On peak summer weekends, double the estimated time.
Florianopolis Airport (Hercílio Luz) → Pousada Drops de Aniz (Praia Brava)
💡 Buy a fixed-price voucher at the airport booth right after baggage claim to avoid surge or meter games. The trip north is about 45km—longer if traffic hits the bridges.
TICEN (Central Bus Terminal, Florianopolis centre) → Praia Brava (final stop, 200m from pousada)
💡 This air-conditioned line runs via the north coast and drops you right at the beach. Buy a rechargeable bus card at TICEN—cash is not accepted onboard. Don't take the cheaper 331; it's slower and stops further inland.
Florianopolis Airport → Praia Brava (hotel drop-off)
💡 These vans run from the airport exit and serve the north beaches. Look for the 'Praia Brava' sign. They're cheaper than a taxi and almost as fast, but don't accept credit cards inside the van—carry small notes in reais.
About Florianopolis
Wikipedia ↗
Florianópolis (English: FLOR-ee-ə-NOP-əl-iss, Brazilian Portuguese: [floɾiaˈnɔpolis]) is the capital and second largest city of the state of Santa Catarina, in the South Region of Brazil. The city encompasses Santa Catarina Island and surrounding small islands, as well as part of the mainland. It h...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Bela Vista?
Request a room on floors 3–5, facing the back of the building (away from Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga). These mid-level floors are less affected by street noise and lift traffic, and the rear orientation overlooks the quieter residential area.
Which rooms should I avoid at Bela Vista?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 (directly above the lobby and restaurant, prone to noise from the bar and breakfast setup) and any front-facing rooms overlooking the street, as Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga is a main local road with daytime traffic.
Is Bela Vista noisy?
Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga is a two-way street with moderate traffic during the day (buses, cars, scooters). The hotel bar can be lively until 10/11pm, especially on weekends, and the lift mechanism may be audible from rooms adjacent to the shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at Bela Vista?
If available, a rear room on floor 5 or 6 offers a view over the local rooftops and hills of the continent neighborhood, not the ocean — the street is residential, so no coastal vista.
What are insider tips for staying at Bela Vista?
1) Ask for a room on floor 5 or 6, and request it be a 'sitio' (quiet) room at check-in — the reception may hold one if you mention it. 2) Parking is limited to a few spots in front; arrive before 5pm or use the nearby public lot on Rua Afonso Cardoso da Veiga (50m west).
What time is check-in at Bela Vista?
Check-in at Bela Vista is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Bela Vista have Wi-Fi?
Free basic WiFi (4 Mbps, usable for email/maps); a premium tier (20 Mbps) costs R$ 15 per day. Login via room number and last name, no repeat login for 24h.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Bela Vista?
R$ 3.50 per person, per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Bela Vista?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a local lanchonete costs R$18–28.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Bela Vista?
The cheapest way around is by public bus (single fare R$6.10, no day pass) – from the airport (Hercílio Luz) take the 'Aeroporto Executivo' shuttle (around R$10) or bus 466 to Centro, then connect; taxis/rideshares cost R$60–80 from the airport.
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis?
March and April; water is still warm from summer, beaches are quieter and humidity drops. November is also good — spring flowers, fewer tourists, and temperatures in the low 20s.
Top Attractions in Florianopolis
💡 Try the oyster bar at Box 42. Six oysters cost about R$15. Avoid the souvenir stalls outside—they mark up prices for tourists.
💡 For the best free view, hike the short trail up Morro da Lagoa at sunset. The path starts behind the church in the village centre.
💡 Arrive before 10am on weekends to get a parking spot near the dunes. Bring sunscreen and water; there are few shade options.
💡 Combine this with a walk along the nearby Praia do Forte beach. On clear days you can see the mainland mountains. Bring a picnic; there are benches on the fortress walls.
💡 Entry costs R$10 (about £1.50). Go early morning or late afternoon when the light is golden and the sand is cool. The trail to the ocean lookout is 1.5km and takes about 30 minutes.