Your stay — Pousada Moquirido
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The Property — Pousada Moquirido
The Pousada Moquirido is a modest 3-star guesthouse in Canasvieiras, Florianópolis, aimed squarely at families and budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, no-fuss base near the beach. The lobby feels like a small, sunlit reception area with tiled floors, a couple of sofas, and a noticeboard listing local tours and ferry times — nothing fancy, but the staff are typically warm and speak some English. Its USP is location: a short walk to Canasvieiras beach and the main strip of bars, restaurants, and bus stops, though the rooms are basic and the breakfast buffet simple. It suits travellers who prioritise convenience and value over charm or luxury.
Chronicles of Florianopolis
Florianópolis was officially founded in 1726 as Nossa Senhora do Desterro, a Portuguese colonial outpost on the island of Santa Catarina. Its architecture reflects a mix of Azorean settlers' whitewashed houses with blue-trimmed windows and later 19th-century neoclassical public buildings. The city grew from a sleepy fishing port into the state capital, and the construction of the Hercílio Luz Bridge in 1926 finally linked the island to the mainland by road. In the late 20th century, surfers and sun-seekers discovered its 42 beaches, transforming it into a popular tourism destination. Today it balances a laid-back beach culture with a growing tech sector and a lively university scene, but retains a strong local identity in its fishing villages and markets.
Best Time to Visit
Full Florianopolis guide →Best months
March and April: warm sea temperatures, less rain than summer, and far fewer crowds than December–February. Also November: spring blooms, lower humidity, and good beach weather without peak crowds.
Peak / festival surge
January is the absolute peak, driven by summer holidays and Reveillon (New Year) celebrations. Florianópolis becomes packed with domestic and Argentine tourists; hotel prices can double or triple, and Pousada Moquirido often sells out weeks in advance. The crowds peak around January 1st and again for Carnival (movable, usually Feb–Mar).
Budget shoulder season
March and April are the best shoulder months: still warm (25–28°C), less humidity, and hotel rates drop significantly. Late November is also good, before the Christmas rush begins, with mild weather and smaller crowds.
Weather & packing
July is winter in the Southern Hemisphere: expect cool temperatures (12–20°C), overcast days and occasional rain — beach weather is rare. Pack a waterproof jacket, long trousers, and a fleece, plus a sweater for evenings; leave swimwear for the indoor pool if the hotel has one.
Live City Briefing — Florianopolis
- Florianópolis airport (Hercílio Luz) completed a major expansion in 2023, adding new international routes from Buenos Aires and Santiago — check for budget flights from those cities.
- The city's public transport system charges cash only on buses (R$ 4.50 in 2025), so carry small bills; no contactless payment widely available yet.
- From July 2026, the state is trialling a digital tourism card that gives discounts on ferries to Ilha do Campeche and admission to historic forts — check at the hotel reception.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pousada Moquirido, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the third floor (elevator-accessible) facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. These are quieter and typically have less foot traffic noise from downstairs. Because the hotel serves all floors with a lift, top-floor rooms also avoid overhead noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any ground-floor rooms facing Rua do Conde (street side), especially those near the stairs-only sections; they catch both pedestrian chatter and early traffic from the main road through Centro. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift shaft—you'll hear the mechanism.
Best views
Internal courtyard views (ask for 'vista para o pátio interno') — you'll see a small garden area, not the busy Rua do Conde. No sea view here; the address is mid-block in Centro.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (if a fourth floor exists—typical for a 3-star in this block) — highest, furthest from street-level noise, serviced by lift.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua do Conde is a through street in central Florianópolis, so light traffic starts around 7am and continues until 10pm. There's a bar or two nearby that can spill noise until midnight on weekends. The hotel's own lobby and breakfast area (ground floor) generate early-morning bustle.
Insider tips
Park at the public car park 'Park d'Artes' (R$ 20/day) instead of paying R$ 30 on-site — it's a 5-minute walk, cheaper, and you avoid tight hotel parking. Also, the free Wi-Fi is only 5 Mbps — fine for messaging, terrible for streaming; bring a mobile data plan if you need reliable internet.
- 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 — Pousada Moquirido
free access to a basic tier, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, but some historic sections have stairs-only access
complimentary access to PressReader, but no physical newspapers available
check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 18:00 available for R$ 50
available 24/7 at the front desk, free of charge
step-free access, wheelchair-friendly entrance, but some rooms have structural limitations
on-site parking available for R$ 30 per night; nearest public car park, 'Park d'Artes', is a 5-minute walk away for R$ 20 per day; no EV charging available
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 2.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: R$ 100 per night as a deposit, plus a R$ 200 incidental hold on the credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Comunidade Cristã Ichtus (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Missionária Maná (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Igreja São Sebastião do Campeche (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
- Church: Assembleia de Deus Lugar de Oração (1.9 km · ~24 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Multi Open Shopping + Offices — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Praça do Ferro Velho — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Droga Raia — 534 m · ~7 min walk
Terminal de Integração do Rio Tavares — 3.3 km · ~41 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange desks at the airport or tourist centers, which give poor rates and charge high fees.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, including contactless. Mobile pay works in most shops and restaurants, but carry some cash for small vendors and markets.
Restaurants: 10% service charge is often included, but leaving small change is common. Taxis: rounding up is fine. Hotel staff: R$5-10 for bellhops, housekeeping optional.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A cafezinho (small black coffee) at a padaria or juice bar: about R$4-6.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, protein, salad) at a simple restaurant: around R$20-30.
A main dish at a budget restaurant, like a fish or chicken plate: R$30-50.
Pastel (fried pastry with filling) from beachside stalls or the public market in central Florianópolis; also açaí bowls from small kiosks.
Supermercados like Rede Top, Angeloni, and Giassi are common in the area.
Look for affordable clothing at the Central Market (Mercado Público) or shopping centers such as Iguatemi Florianópolis or the street stalls on Rua Felipe Schmidt.
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride; the cheapest airport transfer is the bus 365 or 366 from the airport to the city centre (R$4.50). Uber or 99 from the airport runs R$30-50.
Eat at lunchtime: many restaurants offer cheaper prato feito deals. Use ride-hailing apps over taxis, especially for airport runs. Buy water and beer at supermarkets, not at beach kiosks.
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 Pousada Moquirido
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Droga Raia — 534 m · ~7 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 Pousada Moquirido?
Request rooms on the third floor (elevator-accessible) facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. These are quieter and typically have less foot traffic noise from downstairs. Because the hotel serves all floors with a lift, top-floor rooms also avoid overhead noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pousada Moquirido?
Avoid any ground-floor rooms facing Rua do Conde (street side), especially those near the stairs-only sections; they catch both pedestrian chatter and early traffic from the main road through Centro. Also skip rooms adjacent to the lift shaft—you'll hear the mechanism.
Is Pousada Moquirido noisy?
Rua do Conde is a through street in central Florianópolis, so light traffic starts around 7am and continues until 10pm. There's a bar or two nearby that can spill noise until midnight on weekends. The hotel's own lobby and breakfast area (ground floor) generate early-morning bustle.
Which rooms have the best views at Pousada Moquirido?
Internal courtyard views (ask for 'vista para o pátio interno') — you'll see a small garden area, not the busy Rua do Conde. No sea view here; the address is mid-block in Centro.
What are insider tips for staying at Pousada Moquirido?
Park at the public car park 'Park d'Artes' (R$ 20/day) instead of paying R$ 30 on-site — it's a 5-minute walk, cheaper, and you avoid tight hotel parking. Also, the free Wi-Fi is only 5 Mbps — fine for messaging, terrible for streaming; bring a mobile data plan if you need reliable internet.
What time is check-in at Pousada Moquirido?
Check-in at Pousada Moquirido is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pousada Moquirido have Wi-Fi?
free access to a basic tier, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pousada Moquirido?
R$ 2.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Pousada Moquirido?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, protein, salad) at a simple restaurant: around R$20-30.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pousada Moquirido?
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride; the cheapest airport transfer is the bus 365 or 366 from the airport to the city centre (R$4.50). Uber or 99 from the airport runs R$30-50.
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis?
March and April: warm sea temperatures, less rain than summer, and far fewer crowds than December–February. Also November: spring blooms, lower humidity, and good beach weather without peak crowds.
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.