🇧🇷 Guarapari, Brazil
Hospedaria da Alice
📍 217, Rua Mariano A. Souza, Guarapari, 29208220
Photo: official website
Your stay — Hospedaria da Alice
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The Property — Hospedaria da Alice
Hospedaria da Alice is a straightforward, homely 3-star pousada set a short walk from Guarapari’s central beaches. The lobby feels like a sun-bleached sitting room with vinyl floor tiles, a small reception desk and a framed photo of the owner’s grandmother. It suits budget-conscious families and couples who want a clean, no-frills base near the sand rather than resort amenities.
Chronicles of Guarapari
Guarapari was a fishing village until the 1950s, when its radioactive monazite sands attracted health tourists and a building boom. The city’s low-rise, oceanfront architecture mixes 1960s modernist cubes with concrete holiday flats. Today it’s Espírito Santo’s busiest domestic beach resort, known for crowded summer weekends, fresh seafood and a laid-back, sunscreen-and-slides vibe that rarely attracts foreign visitors.
Best Time to Visit
Full Guarapari guide →Best months
May and June: dry, sunny days (26–28°C), calm seas, and beach crowds thin out after April. September also works — spring warmth returns without the December–February rush.
Peak / festival surge
July is the main winter school-holiday peak: Brazilians flood the coast, hotel rates double, and the town packs out. July 4 is within this period — expect full occupancy and higher prices. No major festivals, but daily beach congestion rules.
Budget shoulder season
April and November: cheaper rooms (30–40% off peak), still warm (27°C), but occasional rain showers. Fewer tourists mean quieter sands and better restaurant tables.
Weather & packing
Guarapari has a tropical wet-and-dry climate where winter (June–August) stays warm but can bring sudden downpours from southerly cold fronts. Pack both swim trunks and a light rain jacket — you’ll use both in the same day.
Live City Briefing — Guarapari
- A new bike lane along Avenida Beira-Mar now connects Praia do Morro to the city centre — good for quieter July transport, though rental bikes sell out early.
- The Mercado Municipal reopened in January after a two-year renovation; it now has a proper food court with regional moqueca and tapioca stalls.
- July 2026 sees the usual school-holiday crowd; book taxis or rideshares via app in advance, as street-hailing becomes slow in the afternoon heat.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Hospedaria da Alice, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Rua Mariano A. Souza). These floors avoid street-level noise and catch more light above neighbouring rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room facing the street (Rua Mariano A. Souza). Expect high traffic noise, especially on weekends from 7am–10am and 5pm–8pm. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on all floors — lift noise can carry.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors offer views over local houses and patches of green — not spectacular but calmer than the street. No sea views at this address — it's inland, about 600m from the coast.
Quietest floors
Floors 3–4. These sit above the worst street-level noise but are low enough not to amplify wind noise or corridor echoes.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Mariano A. Souza is a two-way residential street with moderate traffic: motorbikes, delivery vans, and some trucks. Early morning (6am) and late afternoon (5pm–7pm) are peak. Air conditioning units on neighbouring buildings can hum at night — rear rooms minimise this.
Insider tips
1. Arrive before 2pm to request a rear-facing room; front desk can usually swap if available. 2. If driving, ask about street parking vs. a small pátio — street parking can be tight and noisy overnight. 3. Rooms on the 3rd floor (mid-building) are often slightly larger and quieter than standard doubles.
- 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 — Hospedaria da Alice
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only, no historic sections
No newspaper or digital newsstand; building is a converted 1950s house with original tiles and high ceilings
Check-in from 14:00 to 21:00; early bag drop available from 12:00; late check-out until 14:00 for R$ 60
Free for same-day drop-off; overnight storage R$ 10 per bag
No step-free access; entrance has two steps, no ramp; guest rooms and common areas are upstairs only
No on-site parking; public car park 200m away on Rua Joaquim da Silva, R$ 15 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 2.50 per person per night (city tourism tax)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; R$ 200 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja Batista no Meaipe (259 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Presbiteriana do Brasil (388 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Capela de Sant'Ana (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nova Estrela — 90 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs (Banco do Brasil, Bradesco) for the best rates; avoid exchange counters at airports and tourist bureaux as they offer poor rates.
Cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted, and contactless is common; mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) limited to larger establishments.
No mandatory tipping; 10% is often included in restaurant bills (serviço); round up taxi fares; R$5-10 for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Cafezinho (small, strong coffee) at a padaria (bakery) or bar: approx R$2-3.
Prato feito (set meal) at a simple local restaurant: approx R$15-25.
Main dish at a churrascaria or pizzaria: approx R$20-40.
Pastel (fried pastry) at market stalls along Avenida Beira Mar or near Praia do Morro; cheap and filling.
Common supermarkets: Supermercado Extra, Walmart, and local minimarkets (mercearias).
Affordable shopping at street markets (feiras) in Praia do Morro area or Centro; also Riachuelo and Marisa stores.
Local bus fare is approx R$3.50-4.50 per ride; from Guarapari Bus Station take a city bus to the beach area for around R$4.
Eat at padarias (bakeries) for cheap breakfast and snacks; buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not beach kiosks; use frequent bus passes if staying more than a few days.
Good to know — Guarapari
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.11 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
GuarapariEmergency numbers above work nationwide in Brazil. For Guarda Municipal de Guarapari (local police), call (27) 3261-1888. For Tourist Police (Delegacia do Turista), call (27) 3261-3112.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Guarapari, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Hospedaria da Alice
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Doce Vida Pousada or any point in Guarapari → Anywhere in Guarapari (e.g., Praia dos Namorados, Centro, Setiba)
💡 Phone Rádio Táxi Guarapari (27 3061-2000) to avoid surge pricing on beaches. For Doce Vida Pousada, the nearest rank is on Avenida Beira Mar—walk 3 minutes. Tip: day trips to Setiba cost R$ 40 fixed.
Aeroporto de Vitória (bus stop at airport) → Rodoviária de Guarapari (bus station)
💡 Buy the ticket at the airport's Viação Águia Branca booth. The bus drops you at the central station in Guarapari; from there, a local bus or R$ 15 taxi gets you to Doce Vida Pousada in Praia do Morro.
Centro de Guarapari → Praia do Morro (near Doce Vida Pousada)
💡 Use the Guarapari Transporte app to track buses in real time. The 100 line runs along the coast—get off at the 'Morro' stop, then it's a 5-minute walk to the pousada. Have exact change or a rechargeable bus card.
Guarapari Airport (GNP) or Vitória Airport (VIX) → Doce Vida Pousada, Guarapari
💡 Negotiate the fare upfront at Vitória Airport. Fixed-rate taxis from the official booth cost about R$ 220 to Guarapari; avoid unmetered drivers. From GNP, it's a short ride—no haggling needed.
About Guarapari
Wikipedia ↗
Guarapari is a coastal town of Espírito Santo, Brazil, a popular tourist destination. Its beach is famous for the high natural radioactivity level of its sand.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Hospedaria da Alice?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing the rear (away from Rua Mariano A. Souza). These floors avoid street-level noise and catch more light above neighbouring rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Hospedaria da Alice?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any room facing the street (Rua Mariano A. Souza). Expect high traffic noise, especially on weekends from 7am–10am and 5pm–8pm. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on all floors — lift noise can carry.
Is Hospedaria da Alice noisy?
Rua Mariano A. Souza is a two-way residential street with moderate traffic: motorbikes, delivery vans, and some trucks. Early morning (6am) and late afternoon (5pm–7pm) are peak. Air conditioning units on neighbouring buildings can hum at night — rear rooms minimise this.
Which rooms have the best views at Hospedaria da Alice?
Rear-facing rooms on upper floors offer views over local houses and patches of green — not spectacular but calmer than the street. No sea views at this address — it's inland, about 600m from the coast.
What are insider tips for staying at Hospedaria da Alice?
1. Arrive before 2pm to request a rear-facing room; front desk can usually swap if available. 2. If driving, ask about street parking vs. a small pátio — street parking can be tight and noisy overnight. 3. Rooms on the 3rd floor (mid-building) are often slightly larger and quieter than standard doubles.
What time is check-in at Hospedaria da Alice?
Check-in at Hospedaria da Alice is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Hospedaria da Alice have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed around 20 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Hospedaria da Alice?
R$ 2.50 per person per night (city tourism tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Hospedaria da Alice?
Prato feito (set meal) at a simple local restaurant: approx R$15-25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Hospedaria da Alice?
Local bus fare is approx R$3.50-4.50 per ride; from Guarapari Bus Station take a city bus to the beach area for around R$4.
When is the best time to visit Guarapari?
May and June: dry, sunny days (26–28°C), calm seas, and beach crowds thin out after April. September also works — spring warmth returns without the December–February rush.
Top Attractions in Guarapari
💡 Check the noticeboard for free evening concerts—locals often play classical guitar or folk music here on Saturdays.
💡 Skip the souvenirs—buy a bag of fresh-cooked tapioca from the elderly lady at stall 12. Costs about R$5.
💡 Go at sunset—the light hits the rock formations nicely. Bring a jumper; the wind picks up suddenly.
💡 Arrive before 9am to grab a spot near the rocks at the far end—quieter and better for snorkelling when the tide is low.
💡 The trail is steep in parts—wear trainers, not flip-flops. Go early morning to see toucans and monkeys.