Your stay — Four Points by Sheraton
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The Property — Four Points by Sheraton
This is a reliable, no-fuss chain hotel in Macaé's commercial district, with a lobby that smells of fresh coffee and sounds of quiet business chatter. Clean, beige rooms and a decent fitness centre make it a safe bet for oil-industry travellers or anyone wanting predictable comfort. The USP is location: a five-minute walk from the bus terminal and close to the main drag for restaurants and shops. It suits visitors who value efficiency over charm, and who want a solid base for working or exploring the coast.
Chronicles of Macae
Macaé began as a 17th-century Portuguese settlement around a small fort and a church, but its real story is oil. The discovery of offshore fields in the 1970s transformed a quiet fishing town into Brazil's 'Cidade do Petróleo', with a skyline of high-rises and pipelines. The colonial core near Praia de Imbetiba faded as the city sprawled inland, but the beaches and Lagoa de Imbetiba still hint at its pre-boom past. Today, Macaé is a pragmatic, workaday city of 260,000 people, where the local identity is split between old fishing traditions and modern industrial hustle. Cultural life centres on the municipal theatre and weekend markets, but the city's soul remains tied to the sea and the rigs.
Best Time to Visit
Full Macae guide →Best months
May to September: winter's dry, sunny days (25 °C) and cooler evenings make for pleasant beach time, with fewer tourists than summer.
Peak / festival surge
July (winter holidays) plus December/January (summer): crowds fill the beaches and hotel prices spike 30–50%. The Festa de São João (late June) and New Year's celebrations are the big drivers.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: nice weather, hotel rates 20–30% lower, and no major events. You get the best of both seasons without the crush.
Weather & packing
June can have sudden cold fronts sweeping in from the south, dropping temperatures to 18 °C overnight. Pack layers: shorts and T-shirts for daytime, a light jacket and long trousers for evenings.
Live City Briefing — Macae
- The BR-101 highway expansion near Macaé is ongoing; expect delays of 20–30 minutes heading south towards Rio.
- A new cultural centre — Centro de Artes e Ofícios — opened in the old railway station in March 2026, with free exhibitions and a craft market.
- Municipal beach monitoring in June flags moderate bacterial levels after summer rains; check the weekly boletim before swimming.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Four Points by Sheraton, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 7th, 8th, or 9th floor facing the sea (south-west side). These upper floors get the ocean breeze and reduce street noise from Av. Atlântica, and the view over Praia dos Cavaleiros is decent for a 3-star.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the street (north-east side). These pick up traffic noise from Av. Atlântica and potential bar/restaurant hubbub from the ground floor. Also skip rooms near the lifts on any floor – the two lifts serve all 9 floors, so the doors are busy and audible.
Best views
Sea view rooms on the south-west side look over Praia dos Cavaleiros – it's a working beach, not pristine, but you get ocean and coastline. Street-side rooms overlook Av. Atlântica and the car park.
Quietest floors
Floors 6 to 9 are your quietest bets, as they're furthest from street-level noise and lift lobby footfall.
🔊 Noise notes
Main noise is from Av. Atlântica traffic (especially mornings and evening rush). Ground floor has a bar that can be lively on weekends. The car park (open lot) may have comings and goings 24/7. The two lifts are fairly quiet but audible in adjacent rooms – avoid those if you're a light sleeper.
Insider tips
1. Park in the free on-site covered lot – it's safe, but spaces fill by mid-afternoon; arrive before 2pm if possible, else the public car park 300m away costs BRL 20/day. 2. Request an adapted room if you need step-free bathroom access – they're available but limited, so book at reservation time.
- 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 — Four Points by Sheraton
Free for all guests, speed adequate for browsing/email (approx 15 Mbps); no login, just accept terms on captive portal
Two lifts serving all 9 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital newspapers (PressReader) accessible via hotel app; no physical newspapers
Standard check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed if room not ready, no charge; late check-out until 14:00 subject to availability, fee of BRL 80
Free, can be left at reception after check-out or before check-in
Step-free access at main entrance and lobby; adapted rooms available on request; lift dimensions standard, no structural limitations reported
On-site free parking for guests (covered, open lot); no valet; nearest public car park is 300 m away, cost BRL 20 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (municipal tax is included in the rate as per Brazilian hotel practice for this class)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit for non-cancelable rates; incidentals hold of BRL 200 (card) at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja Nossa Senhora da Glória (282 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Shopping Plaza Macaé — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Praça Maria José da Conceição — 461 m · ~6 min walk
Cultural and Recreational Center — 822 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Itaú — 980 m · ~12 min walk
Farmacia Pachecco — 375 m · ~5 min walk
100% Video&Fun — 404 m · ~5 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Best rates at ATM in major banks or exchange houses (casas de câmbio) in the city centre; avoid hotel desk and airport kiosks – rates are poor.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants and shops; contactless often works but mobile pay less common. Smaller stalls and transport are cash-only.
No fixed rule for restaurants – 10% service charge often added, so no extra needed unless exceptional. Taxis not tipped; hotel staff optional R$5–10 for service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso (cafezinho) from a padaria or lanchonete – around R$4–6.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, protein and salad) at a local restaurant – about R$25–35.
A main dish like a fish moqueca or grilled chicken at a simple churrascaria or self-service restaurant – R$35–50.
Along the main beachfront (Praia dos Cavaleiros) and near the Mercado Municipal, look for carts selling pastel, coxinha and acarajé – R$5–15 each.
Supermercado Extra and Supermercado Guanabara are common budget chains in Macaé.
Rua do Comércio and the shopping arcades near Rodoviária offer basic casual wear at reasonable prices; look for sales in department stores like Lojas Americanas.
Local bus fare is about R$4.50 (single trip). From Macaé Airport, take a municipal bus (linha 01 or 02, about R$5) to the centre; taxis are expensive.
1. Eat at self-service (por kilo) restaurants for lunch – you pay by weight and it's cheaper than à la carte. 2. Use local ATM for cash withdrawals to avoid dynamic conversion fees. 3. Shop for fresh fruit and snacks at the Mercado Municipal rather than supermarket.
Good to know — Macae
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.14 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
MacaeFor general emergencies in Macaé, dial 190 for police, 192 for ambulance, 193 for fire. Save these numbers before travel. Tourist police (Delegacia de Atendimento ao Turista) may require a local contact; ask hotel staff.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Macae, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Four Points by Sheraton
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Itaú — 980 m · ~12 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Pachecco — 375 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Macaé Airport (MEA) → Four Points by Sheraton Macaé
💡 This air-conditioned shuttle stops at the Hotel Laghetto sign – the Four Points is 100 metres further. Cash only, exact change preferred.
Macaé Airport (MEA) → Four Points by Sheraton Macaé
💡 Uber is often cheaper than street taxis. Use 99 for more availability during peak hours. Pick-up zone is just outside arrivals.
Rodoviária de Macaé (bus terminal) → Four Points by Sheraton Macaé
💡 Take line 101 (Centro–Cavaleiros) and get off at Ponto do Hospital – the hotel is a 5-minute walk east.
Macaé Airport (MEA) → Four Points by Sheraton Macaé
💡 Pre-pay at the booth inside arrivals to avoid haggling. The hotel is a straight shot along Av. Presidente Sodré.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Four Points by Sheraton?
Request a room on the 7th, 8th, or 9th floor facing the sea (south-west side). These upper floors get the ocean breeze and reduce street noise from Av. Atlântica, and the view over Praia dos Cavaleiros is decent for a 3-star.
Which rooms should I avoid at Four Points by Sheraton?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those facing the street (north-east side). These pick up traffic noise from Av. Atlântica and potential bar/restaurant hubbub from the ground floor. Also skip rooms near the lifts on any floor – the two lifts serve all 9 floors, so the doors are busy and audible.
Is Four Points by Sheraton noisy?
Main noise is from Av. Atlântica traffic (especially mornings and evening rush). Ground floor has a bar that can be lively on weekends. The car park (open lot) may have comings and goings 24/7. The two lifts are fairly quiet but audible in adjacent rooms – avoid those if you're a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at Four Points by Sheraton?
Sea view rooms on the south-west side look over Praia dos Cavaleiros – it's a working beach, not pristine, but you get ocean and coastline. Street-side rooms overlook Av. Atlântica and the car park.
What are insider tips for staying at Four Points by Sheraton?
1. Park in the free on-site covered lot – it's safe, but spaces fill by mid-afternoon; arrive before 2pm if possible, else the public car park 300m away costs BRL 20/day. 2. Request an adapted room if you need step-free bathroom access – they're available but limited, so book at reservation time.
What time is check-in at Four Points by Sheraton?
Check-in at Four Points by Sheraton is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Four Points by Sheraton have Wi-Fi?
Free for all guests, speed adequate for browsing/email (approx 15 Mbps); no login, just accept terms on captive portal
Is there a city or tourist tax at Four Points by Sheraton?
None (municipal tax is included in the rate as per Brazilian hotel practice for this class)
Where can I eat cheaply near Four Points by Sheraton?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, protein and salad) at a local restaurant – about R$25–35.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Four Points by Sheraton?
Local bus fare is about R$4.50 (single trip). From Macaé Airport, take a municipal bus (linha 01 or 02, about R$5) to the centre; taxis are expensive.
When is the best time to visit Macae?
May to September: winter's dry, sunny days (25 °C) and cooler evenings make for pleasant beach time, with fewer tourists than summer.
Top Attractions in Macae
💡 Best photo spot is from the side courtyard in late afternoon light, avoiding direct sun on the facade.
💡 Check if the Planetarium next door is open — same building, often free on weekends.
💡 Go early morning to spot locals exercising or grab a coconut water from the beach vendors before the heat sets in.
💡 Visit during the annual Macaé Expo (late August) for free concerts and agricultural displays — otherwise it's very quiet.
💡 The unmarked trail along the western bank starts behind the abandoned petrol station on Estrada da Lagoa. Wear long trousers — ticks and mosquitoes can be bothersome.