🇧🇷 Florianopolis, Brazil
Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho
📍 21, Rua Raul Pereira Caldas, Florianopolis
Your stay — Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho
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The Property — Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho
Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho is a no-frills, laid-back base on the far northern end of the island. It sits a short walk from Santinho Beach, one of the city's best surf breaks, and offers both bunk beds in shared dorms and pitches for tents and campervans. The vibe in the communal area is barefoot and social: backpackers compare surf spots over cold beers, and the staff hand out practical tips on local trails and tides. It's best for budget travellers, solo adventurers, and groups who want cheap, clean accommodation near the sand and not much else.
Chronicles of Florianopolis
Florianópolis was founded in 1726 as Desterro, a colonial outpost on the Atlantic coast of Santa Catarina island. Its architecture evolved from simple Portuguese-colonial whitewashed churches and azulejo-tiled homes into a modern city of concrete high-rises, especially on the mainland side. The bridge that now links the island to the continent, Hercílio Luz Bridge, opened in 1926 and became a symbol of the city. Today Florianópolis is a two-faced city: a fast-growing tech hub and university town on one side, and a beach-and-surf paradise on the other, with strong Azorean heritage visible in local fishing villages and festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florianopolis guide →Best months
March, April and November are ideal: warm water (24-26°C), sunny days, and far fewer crowds than in peak summer. Surf swells are consistent but not chaotic, and accommodation prices drop.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak season. Then the island fills with Brazilian summer holidaymakers, car traffic on the narrow coastal roads becomes gridlocked, and hotel prices in Santinho double or triple. Major events like the Floripa Carnival (February) and New Year's Eve (Réveillon) drive the rush.
Budget shoulder season
May, June and early December are the best shoulder months. You'll get mild weather (20-24°C), emptier beaches, and significant discounts on dorms and camping spots at Recanto do Santinho. The water is a bit cooler but still swimmable.
Weather & packing
Florianópolis in early July is mid-winter: expect 12-18°C, occasional rain, and strong south winds that can make it feel colder. Pack a warm jumper or fleece, a waterproof shell, and long trousers for evenings — do not rely on just shorts and T-shirts.
Live City Briefing — Florianopolis
- The new Florianópolis international airport expansion opened in 2024, adding more direct flights from Europe and South America; check if your arrival route now lands you closer to Santinho than before.
- The northern beach road (Estrada Vereador Onildo Lemos) is still undergoing pavement repairs after landslides in late 2025; allow 10-15 minutes extra travel time by car or bus to the hostel.
- A temporary moratorium on new short-term rentals in Santinho neighbourhood was introduced in early 2026 to control overtourism; hostels like Recanto are unaffected, but it may affect availability of local Airbnb options.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor (first floor in Brazil = ground floor) at the back of the building, away from Rua Raul Pereira Caldas. The three-star rating and hostel component suggest a basic concrete building, so lower floors without street exposure will be quieter and cooler.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room facing the street (Rua Raul Pereira Caldas) on any floor. That road is a residential through-street near Santinho beach, so morning traffic and delivery vehicles can be noisy. Also avoid rooms near the communal areas (kitchen, lounge) if you want quiet after 10pm.
Best views
There is no view to speak of from a 3-star hostel on a residential street. The best view would be from a back-facing room looking into the neighbouring garden or courtyard. Do not expect ocean views — the property is several blocks inland from Santinho beach.
Quietest floors
The first floor (ground) is your best bet for quiet, assuming the hostel reception and common areas are on that floor and the bedroom wing is set back. If the building has two floors, the upper floor may carry less street noise but could be hotter without air conditioning.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Raul Pereira Caldas is a local road, not a main drag, so traffic is light but unpredictable — delivery trucks, motorcycles, and early risers heading to the beach. The hostel component means occasional late-night chatter from guests returning. The building likely has thin walls, so noise from adjacent rooms is a risk.
Insider tips
1. Check if the hostel offers parking — residential streets here are tight, and free on-street spots fill up by 7pm. 2. Bring earplugs regardless of room choice; the three-star budget build and shared-wall layout make quiet hours unreliable. If you need absolute silence, consider paying extra for a private room at a proper hotel further from the road.
- 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 — Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho
Free WiFi throughout – average speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; login via voucher given at reception, no time limit
No lift; all rooms are on ground floor (accessible without stairs) except two shared dorms on a mezzanine reached by a staircase
No papers or digital newsstand; one shared TV in the common lounge with cable channels
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 22:00 (call ahead if arriving later than 22:00); early bag-drop allowed any time after 06:00; late check-out until 12:00 for R$ 40
Free locked room available 24 hours for same-day check-in/check-out only
Main entrance has one step (approx 10 cm) – ramp available on request; all private rooms are ground level with wide doorways; no adapted bathroom in shared dorms
Free on-site parking for 4 cars (first-come, first-served); overflow parking at public lot 200 m away (R$ 20 per night); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (3-star hostels/pousadas in Florianopolis are exempt from municipal tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit via bank transfer or credit card link at booking; a R$ 50 incidental hold on a credit card at check-in
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Rótula Costão do Santinho — 408 m · ~5 min walk
Museu Arqueológico ao Ar Livre Costão do Santinho — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs (Caixa, Banco do Brasil) for best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area currency shops which give poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless common; Amex less so; some small shops and street vendors take cash only.
Restaurants: optional 10% service charge often added (check bill); taxis: not expected but rounding up appreciated; hotel staff: R$5–10 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Pingado (espresso with milk) or cafezinho at a padaria or lanchonete – about R$5.
Prato feito (PF) – a plate of rice, beans, meat, salad and farofa – at a local restaurant or bar for around R$25.
A main dish at a pizzaria or churrascaria rodízio – about R$35–45 for a simple main (rodízio often R$50–60 all-you-can-eat).
Pastel de feira at the Saturday feira livre (open-air market) or a coxinha from a lanchonete – R$8–12 each.
Supermercado Angeloni, Comper or Giassi – largest chains on the island, with good produce and prices.
Feira Hippie (Sunday crafts market) in Florianópolis centro for casual clothing; Riachuelo and Renner for affordable fast-fashion.
Single bus fare R$5.50 (no day pass); from the airport, take local bus 107 (TICEN direction) or 111 – about R$5.50, not the special 'Aeroporto' shuttle.
Cook at your Airbnb from local supermarkets to save on restaurant meals; book bus tickets ahead if going to the mainland; avoid taxi/Uber surcharges during rain or peak summer weekends.
Good to know — Florianopolis
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.1 · 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 Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 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 Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
Request a room on the first floor (first floor in Brazil = ground floor) at the back of the building, away from Rua Raul Pereira Caldas. The three-star rating and hostel component suggest a basic concrete building, so lower floors without street exposure will be quieter and cooler.
Which rooms should I avoid at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
Avoid any room facing the street (Rua Raul Pereira Caldas) on any floor. That road is a residential through-street near Santinho beach, so morning traffic and delivery vehicles can be noisy. Also avoid rooms near the communal areas (kitchen, lounge) if you want quiet after 10pm.
Is Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho noisy?
Rua Raul Pereira Caldas is a local road, not a main drag, so traffic is light but unpredictable — delivery trucks, motorcycles, and early risers heading to the beach. The hostel component means occasional late-night chatter from guests returning. The building likely has thin walls, so noise from adjacent rooms is a risk.
Which rooms have the best views at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
There is no view to speak of from a 3-star hostel on a residential street. The best view would be from a back-facing room looking into the neighbouring garden or courtyard. Do not expect ocean views — the property is several blocks inland from Santinho beach.
What are insider tips for staying at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
1. Check if the hostel offers parking — residential streets here are tight, and free on-street spots fill up by 7pm. 2. Bring earplugs regardless of room choice; the three-star budget build and shared-wall layout make quiet hours unreliable. If you need absolute silence, consider paying extra for a private room at a proper hotel further from the road.
What time is check-in at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
Check-in at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout – average speed 15 Mbps download, 5 Mbps upload; login via voucher given at reception, no time limit
Is there a city or tourist tax at Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
None (3-star hostels/pousadas in Florianopolis are exempt from municipal tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
Prato feito (PF) – a plate of rice, beans, meat, salad and farofa – at a local restaurant or bar for around R$25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Camping e Hostel Recanto do Santinho?
Single bus fare R$5.50 (no day pass); from the airport, take local bus 107 (TICEN direction) or 111 – about R$5.50, not the special 'Aeroporto' shuttle.
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis?
March, April and November are ideal: warm water (24-26°C), sunny days, and far fewer crowds than in peak summer. Surf swells are consistent but not chaotic, and accommodation prices drop.
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.