Your stay — Hotel Ibis
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The Property — Hotel Ibis
Hotel Ibis in Florianópolis is a no-nonsense, reliable three-star stop: white linens, muted greys, and a lobby that hums with travellers flicking through phones under fluorescent lights. It’s aimed squarely at budget-conscious visitors who want a clean bed, working Wi-Fi, and a decent location near the bus terminal and shopping centres rather than beachfront glamour. You trade charm for efficiency, and for a one-night pass-through on the mainland side of the island, that works fine.
Chronicles of Florianopolis
Florianópolis began as a small Portuguese settlement in 1726, named Nossa Senhora do Desterro. Its strategic harbour drew fortifications and, later, German and Italian immigrants who shaped the fishing villages that now dot the island. The city was renamed in 1894 after Brazilian marshal Floriano Peixoto. Today, its historic centre holds colonial churches and pastel-washed houses, while the rest of the island has become a mix of high-rise condos, surfing beaches, and nightlife around Lagoa da Conceição – a far cry from its quiet Azorean roots.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florianopolis guide →Best months
March and April for warm seas and sunshine without the December–February crowds. May offers mild weather and empty beaches if you don’t mind occasional rain.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak, driven by Brazilian summer holidays and the New Year festivities. Hotel prices can double; expect heavy traffic on the bridges and packed sands at Joaquina and Mole.
Budget shoulder season
June and July are the cheapest months – winter brings cooler temperatures (15–20°C), fewer tourists, and price drops of 30–40% at mid-range hotels like Ibis.
Weather & packing
July is Florianópolis’s coldest month, with highs around 20°C and frequent drizzle – not a beach day. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers; leave swimwear unless you’re braving the surf in a wetsuit.
Live City Briefing — Florianopolis
- The Hercílio Luz Bridge, a landmark connecting the island to the mainland, fully reopened in 2023 after years of restoration – walk across for a stunning view and photo spot.
- New speed cameras and traffic restrictions were added along the SC-401 highway in late 2025 to reduce accidents during summer; expect slower drives in wet July weather.
- Several restaurants along Lagoa da Conceição have closed for low-season renovation – check ahead if you have a specific place in mind.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hotel Ibis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd, 4th, or 5th floor — high enough to reduce street noise but low enough to avoid generator hum from the roof (common in budget hotels). Mid-floor rooms are quieter and cooler in summer.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (direct street level, high noise from passing cars and pedestrians) and any room facing the front of the hotel — that side has the main road and a busy corner.
Best views
No significant view from this address — the hotel sits on a main avenue in central Florianópolis, looking onto a busy road and neighbouring buildings. Best you'll get is a side glimpse of the old town rooftops.
Quietest floors
3rd to 5th floor — away from the ground-floor bar and rooftop equipment, well above street level.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Avenida Beira-Mar Norte (the main coastal avenue) carries heavily, especially during morning rush hour (7-9am) and weekend nightlife. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can be audible in rooms above it until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a room on the 'back side' (away from the avenue) — quieter, and you'll hear the hotel's small internal courtyard instead of traffic. 2. If arriving by car, request parking in the underground garage (free for guests) and avoid the limited street parking — the area gets congested and is prone to break-ins.
- 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 Ibis
Free WiFi throughout, 25 Mbps download, no login – connects directly; no paid upgrade offered
Single lift serves all 3 guest floors; no stairs-only sections
No physical papers; free app access to PressReader via lobby QR code
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 16:00 for R$60 (subject to availability)
Free for same-day; luggage room open 24h, no charge
Step-free ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; no lowered counter at reception but staff assist; accessible WC on ground floor
On-site gated parking R$35 per night; no valet. Nearest public car park: Estacionamento Ingleses (200m R$20/night). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (taxa de turismo not charged on prepaid online bookings; may be R$3-5 per night if paid at desk, currently waived via most OTA channels)
Deposit & card hold: R$100 incidental hold per night on credit card at check-in; no advance deposit required for standard reservations
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Nossa Senhora do Bom Parto (52 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Palavra Profética (83 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Assembleia de Deus (246 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Ortodoxa Grega São Nicolau (300 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galeria Comasa — 328 m · ~4 min walk
Praça do Desterro — 213 m · ~3 min walk
Casa da Alfândega — 659 m · ~8 min walk
Teatro Álvaro de Carvalho — 981 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco24Horas — 154 m · ~2 min walk
Preço Popular — 358 m · ~4 min walk
Mercado Vitória — 112 m · ~1 min walk
Terminal Rodoviário Rita Maria — 427 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs (especially Banco do Brasil or Bradesco) for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or downtown tourist spots, which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and supermarkets; contactless is common; carry some cash for smaller vendors and beach kiosks.
Not mandatory; 10% service charge is often included in restaurant bills (check), otherwise rounding up or leaving small change is fine. No tipping for taxis or hotel staff beyond maybe a couple of reais.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cafézinho (small strong espresso) from a padaria (bakery) – around R$4–6.
Prato feito (PF) – a set meal of rice, beans, meat and salad at a local lanchonete – around R$25–35.
A simple pizza or a portion of pastel with caldo de cana – main course around R$30–45.
The centre of Florianópolis (around Mercado Público) and the night food stalls along Lagoa da Conceição offer pastéis, acarajé and grilled corn.
Supermarkets like Angeloni, Bistek and Supermercado Imperatriz are common across the island.
For affordable clothing, the shopping centres (Floripa Shopping, Beiramar Shopping) have mid-range chains; the street market (Feira do Largo da Alfândega) on weekends sells cheaper beachwear and souvenirs.
The cheapest way is by local bus (R$4.50 single fare; use a rechargeable 'Pronto' card). From the airport, take the municipal bus 465 (Codae) or 1750 (Tican) for about R$4.50 – avoid taxis unless in a group.
Cook meals yourself using ingredients from supermarkets to cut restaurant costs. Fill a reusable water bottle at public beach taps rather than buying bottled water everywhere. Travel outside peak holiday weeks (January, July) for lower accommodation prices.
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 Hotel Ibis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco24Horas — 154 m · ~2 min walk — pharmacy · Preço Popular — 358 m · ~4 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 Hotel Ibis?
Request a room on the 3rd, 4th, or 5th floor — high enough to reduce street noise but low enough to avoid generator hum from the roof (common in budget hotels). Mid-floor rooms are quieter and cooler in summer.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hotel Ibis?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor (direct street level, high noise from passing cars and pedestrians) and any room facing the front of the hotel — that side has the main road and a busy corner.
Is Hotel Ibis noisy?
Street noise from Avenida Beira-Mar Norte (the main coastal avenue) carries heavily, especially during morning rush hour (7-9am) and weekend nightlife. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can be audible in rooms above it until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.
Which rooms have the best views at Hotel Ibis?
No significant view from this address — the hotel sits on a main avenue in central Florianópolis, looking onto a busy road and neighbouring buildings. Best you'll get is a side glimpse of the old town rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Hotel Ibis?
1. Ask for a room on the 'back side' (away from the avenue) — quieter, and you'll hear the hotel's small internal courtyard instead of traffic. 2. If arriving by car, request parking in the underground garage (free for guests) and avoid the limited street parking — the area gets congested and is prone to break-ins.
What time is check-in at Hotel Ibis?
Check-in at Hotel Ibis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hotel Ibis have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, 25 Mbps download, no login – connects directly; no paid upgrade offered
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hotel Ibis?
None (taxa de turismo not charged on prepaid online bookings; may be R$3-5 per night if paid at desk, currently waived via most OTA channels)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hotel Ibis?
Prato feito (PF) – a set meal of rice, beans, meat and salad at a local lanchonete – around R$25–35.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hotel Ibis?
The cheapest way is by local bus (R$4.50 single fare; use a rechargeable 'Pronto' card). From the airport, take the municipal bus 465 (Codae) or 1750 (Tican) for about R$4.50 – avoid taxis unless in a group.
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis?
March and April for warm seas and sunshine without the December–February crowds. May offers mild weather and empty beaches if you don’t mind occasional rain.
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.