🇧🇷 Joinville, Brazil
Motel Libidu's
📍 3517, Avenida Santos Dumont, Joinville, 89219-730
Your stay — Motel Libidu's
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The Property — Motel Libidu's
Motel Libidu's is a functional, no-frills 3-star property on the outskirts of Joinville, aimed squarely at budget-conscious travellers who need a clean bed and a private bathroom for a night. The lobby is small and utilitarian, with tiled floors, a reception desk, and maybe a tired sofa — nothing designed to impress. Its USP is low cost and a location on the BR-101 highway, convenient for those driving between Florianópolis and Curitiba. It suits road-trippers, tradespeople, or anyone passing through who prioritises price over atmosphere.
Chronicles of Joinville
Joinville was founded in 1851 by German, Swiss and Norwegian immigrants under the name Colônia Dona Francisca, later renamed after the prince of Joinville. It grew rapidly as an industrial centre, particularly in textiles and metalworking, and is now Brazil's third-largest city in the South region. Its architecture reflects that German heritage: many downtown buildings feature half-timbered facades, and the main square is lined with neo-Romanesque and art deco structures. Culturally, Joinville is known as the 'City of the Princes' and is famous for its annual Festival of Dance and the largest Oktoberfest in southern Brazil. Today it's a pragmatic, work-oriented city with a strong manufacturing base and a quietly multicultural identity.
Best Time to Visit
Full Joinville guide →Best months
April, May, and October — these offer mild temperatures (18-25°C) and lower rainfall than summer, with few major festivals so attractions are uncrowded.
Peak / festival surge
July is high season due to winter school holidays and the Joinville Dance Festival (often late July), which draws thousands of visitors. Hotel prices can double, and advance booking is essential. The city also fills up for Oktoberfest in October, though that's shoulder season for weather.
Budget shoulder season
March and September are excellent budget months: still warm (20-28°C), with fewer tourists and a greater chance of hotel discounts. September can see some spring rain but avoids the summer downpours.
Weather & packing
Joinville has a humid subtropical climate with rainy winters — July averages 17°C but feels chillier with dampness. Pack a waterproof jacket and layers, including a sweater for evenings; an umbrella is non-negotiable.
Live City Briefing — Joinville
- Joinville's BR-101 highway expansion near the hotel has caused sporadic lane closures and delays in early 2026 — allow extra travel time if arriving by car.
- The 2026 Festival de Dança de Joinville is confirmed for 20-31 July, so the city will be crowded during your stay; book transport in advance.
- A new pedestrianised section on Rua do Príncipe, completed in late 2025, now has more street food stalls and outdoor seating — good for a cheap evening meal.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Motel Libidu's, 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 back (away from Avenida Santos Dumont). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and avoid the ground-floor hustle. The rear side is quieter, overlooking the motel's internal courtyard or adjacent low-rise buildings.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor, if numbered sequentially) and any room facing Avenida Santos Dumont. Ground level picks up foot traffic, reception buzz, and possible service vehicle noise. The front side gets constant traffic from the avenue — a major dual-carriageway — plus headlights at night.
Best views
The best view is from a back-facing room on an upper floor — you'll see the quiet residential neighbourhood of Anita Garibaldi behind the motel, with low houses and palms. The front view looks onto dense traffic and commercial strips, so skip it.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 (if the motel has 4 floors, typical for this type). These are above the street and lift motor hum, yet not high enough for wind or roof noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Santos Dumont is a heavy traffic artery (local highway) with buses, trucks, and motorcycles from early morning until late. The motel's ground-floor entrance and check-in area will have comings and goings. Joining weekend events at the nearby Expoville convention centre can spike traffic noise.
Insider tips
1) Park in the rear lot if available — it's quieter and safer than the front street parking. 2) Joinville often has humid summer nights (up to 25°C); request a room with a functioning air conditioner at check-in, as not all units may be well-maintained.
- 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 — Motel Libidu's
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps, no login required (just select the hotel network).
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
No complimentary newspapers. A few magazines in the lobby. No digital newsstand.
Standard check-in from 14:00. You can drop bags from 11:00. Late check-out until 17:00 costs R$ 80 (subject to availability).
Free luggage storage at front desk on day of arrival and departure.
Step-free access from street through a ramp at the main entrance. Lift to all floors. No accessible bathrooms in guest rooms – only standard shower.
Free on-site parking for up to 30 cars, first-come first-served. No EV charging. Nearest public car park is Estacionamento Centro, 1 km away, R$ 25 for 24h.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: R$ 3,50 per person per night (Joinville tourist tax, mandatory)
Deposit & card hold: First night deposit required to confirm booking; a credit card hold of R$ 300 for incidentals at check-in.
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Garten Shopping — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Praça Affonso Nass — 928 m · ~12 min walk
Univille Anfiteatro II — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Masterfarma — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs from Banco do Brasil or Bradesco; avoid airport and tourist-area exchange bureaux for poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless common; American Express less so; mobile pay (Google Pay/Apple Pay) in chain stores only.
No tipping required; 10% service charge often included in restaurants; round up taxis; no tip for hotel staff.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Pão de queijo with cafézinho (small strong coffee) from a padaria: ~R$ 6.
Prato feito (rice, beans, meat, salad) from a local lanchonete: ~R$ 20.
A single portion of pizza or a steak sandwich from a simple churrascaria: ~R$ 25.
Pastel (fried pastry) with caldo de cana (sugarcane juice) at open-air markets or near bus terminals.
Supermercados Angeloni and Giassi are common in this area.
Feira livre (street market) on weekends or Lojas Americanas for budget basics.
Bus day pass: R$ 8.80; from Joinville airport (Ernesto Sturm) take bus line 100 to the centre for R$ 4.40.
Eat at self-service por quilo (pay-by-weight) restaurants for lunch. Buy bottled water at supermarkets, not tourist kiosks. Use local buses instead of taxis or ride-apps.
Good to know — Joinville
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not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.1 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
JoinvilleWhere to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Joinville, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Motel Libidu's
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Masterfarma — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Joinville Airport (JOI) → Hotel Gillau's, Centro
💡 App-based rides are cheaper than airport taxis; request when you collect bags at belt. Pickup point is outside arrivals behind the covered walkway.
Joinville Airport (JOI) → Hotel Gillau's, Centro
💡 Official taxis wait outside arrivals; agree the fare before starting or use prepaid booths inside terminal to avoid overcharging.
Joinville Airport (JOI) bus stop → Terminal Central, then 5-min walk to Hotel Gillau's
💡 Validate your ticket on the bus with the machine; no change given so carry small coins. Get off at Terminal Central, the hotel is one block north on Rua do Príncipe.
Hotel Gillau's (stop: Rua do Príncipe, near Teatro Juarez Machado) → Shopping Mueller, Bom Retiro district
💡 Buy a recarregável card at any newsstand for quicker boarding; single paper tickets limited to bus operator stands near Terminal Central only.
About Joinville
Wikipedia ↗
Joinville (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˌʒoĩˈvili] ) is the largest city in Santa Catarina, in southern Brazil. It is the third largest municipality in the southern region of Brazil, after the much larger state capitals of Curitiba and Porto Alegre. Joinville is also a major industrial, financial and ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Motel Libidu's?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor, facing the back (away from Avenida Santos Dumont). These upper floors minimise street-level noise and avoid the ground-floor hustle. The rear side is quieter, overlooking the motel's internal courtyard or adjacent low-rise buildings.
Which rooms should I avoid at Motel Libidu's?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (1st floor, if numbered sequentially) and any room facing Avenida Santos Dumont. Ground level picks up foot traffic, reception buzz, and possible service vehicle noise. The front side gets constant traffic from the avenue — a major dual-carriageway — plus headlights at night.
Is Motel Libidu's noisy?
Avenida Santos Dumont is a heavy traffic artery (local highway) with buses, trucks, and motorcycles from early morning until late. The motel's ground-floor entrance and check-in area will have comings and goings. Joining weekend events at the nearby Expoville convention centre can spike traffic noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Motel Libidu's?
The best view is from a back-facing room on an upper floor — you'll see the quiet residential neighbourhood of Anita Garibaldi behind the motel, with low houses and palms. The front view looks onto dense traffic and commercial strips, so skip it.
What are insider tips for staying at Motel Libidu's?
1) Park in the rear lot if available — it's quieter and safer than the front street parking. 2) Joinville often has humid summer nights (up to 25°C); request a room with a functioning air conditioner at check-in, as not all units may be well-maintained.
What time is check-in at Motel Libidu's?
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Does Motel Libidu's have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests, speed around 15 Mbps, no login required (just select the hotel network).
Is there a city or tourist tax at Motel Libidu's?
R$ 3,50 per person per night (Joinville tourist tax, mandatory)
Where can I eat cheaply near Motel Libidu's?
Prato feito (rice, beans, meat, salad) from a local lanchonete: ~R$ 20.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Motel Libidu's?
Bus day pass: R$ 8.80; from Joinville airport (Ernesto Sturm) take bus line 100 to the centre for R$ 4.40.
When is the best time to visit Joinville?
April, May, and October — these offer mild temperatures (18-25°C) and lower rainfall than summer, with few major festivals so attractions are uncrowded.
Top Attractions in Joinville
💡 Try the 'Misto Quente' sandwich from the stall near the main entrance — grilled ham and cheese on bread, simple and cheap. Cash only in most stalls.
💡 Visit on a Sunday when local families often picnic in the grounds. The guided tour in Portuguese is worth joining even if you don't speak it — just wander the rooms after.
💡 Go just before noon when the carillon plays a short tune. The square outside has benches and a fountain — good for a rest after walking.
💡 Ring the bell outside if the door is shut — the owner lives next door and will let you in. Ask to see the wooden bike from the 1930s; it is his favourite.
💡 Arrive early (08:00) on weekdays to have the trails nearly to yourself. The reptile house is small but has a good collection of local snakes and turtles.