Your stay — Pousada Xique
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The Property — Pousada Xique
Pousada Xique is a modest, family-run guesthouse a short drive from São Luís. The lobby feels like someone’s living room — tiled floors, a worn sofa, a small TV, and the hum of a ceiling fan. Rooms are basic but clean, with air conditioning and a minibar. It suits budget travellers who just need a bed near the airport or a base for exploring the coast.
Chronicles of Paco do Lumiar
Paco do Lumiar began as a 17th-century sugar plantation and later became a retreat for São Luís’s elite, who built summer houses here. Its name comes from the Tupi-Guarani for ‘wide river’. The town never industrialised, so it retains a quiet, semi-rural character with colonial-era churches and narrow streets. Today it’s a dormitory suburb of São Luís, with a few restaurants and a weekly market. Its main draw is proximity to the Lençóis Maranhenses dunes, 250 km east.
Best Time to Visit
Full Paco do Lumiar guide →Best months
July to September — dry season, lower humidity, and clear skies. Crowds are moderate because school holidays end mid-July.
Peak / festival surge
July is peak due to school holidays and the ‘Festa do Divino Espírito Santo’ in nearby Alcântara. Hotel prices in São Luís rise 20–30%. Pousada Xique usually stays full, so book early.
Budget shoulder season
June and October offer good weather, fewer tourists, and often 15% lower rates. June is still in the tail of the wet season but rain is brief.
Weather & packing
São Luís has a microclimate: it’s one of Brazil’s wettest capitals, with sudden tropical downpours even in the ‘dry’ season. Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket and a small umbrella for afternoon showers.
Live City Briefing — Paco do Lumiar
- The new Terminal Rodoviário de São Luís opened in 2025, replacing the old bus station; it’s 25 km from Paco do Lumiar, so allow extra time if arriving by bus.
- Works on BR-135 to connect São Luís to Barreirinhas are ongoing; expect delays of up to 30 minutes near the Cururupu junction.
- A dengue outbreak has been reported in Maranhão state since early 2026; use mosquito repellent with DEET, especially at dawn and dusk.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pousada Xique, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floor (2nd or 3rd) facing away from the main road — likely the rear side of the building. These will be quieter and catch more light.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any ground-floor rooms near the reception or street-facing side. The main road in Paco do Lumiar can generate traffic noise during the day, and ground-floor rooms are more exposed to that.
Best views
Given the address is just 'Paco do Lumiar' — likely a suburban or semi-rural area. Upper rear rooms may overlook a courtyard or local street, possibly with some greenery. Nothing dramatic, but preferable to the car park or main road.
Quietest floors
2nd and 3rd floors (if the building has a lift, it likely goes to 3). The top floor will be quietest if there’s no rooftop bar.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from the main road through Paco do Lumiar (usually moderate traffic during the day, quiet at night). The lift shaft (if there is one) could transmit low hum to adjacent rooms — ask for a room away from the lift.
Insider tips
1. If you’re driving, check with the hotel if there’s secure parking — many 3-star hotels in smaller Brazilian towns have limited or unmarked parking. 2. Request a room on the top floor at booking — it’s often the quietest and may have slightly better airflow in the humid climate.
- 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 Xique
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and some rooms (download ~5 Mbps, upload ~2 Mbps); no login, just select network
No lift; two-storey building with stairs only
No newspapers or digital newsstand; TV in common area with local channels
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for BRL 30, subject to availability
Free at reception during your stay; no overnight storage
No step-free access; entrance has one step; no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom grab bars
Free on-site uncovered parking for 8 cars; no valet; nearest public car park is 500 m away (no EV charging)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit; at check-in a BRL 100 card hold for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Igreja São Francisco de Assis (689 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica Assembléia de Deus (908 m · ~11 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Sagrada Família (1.8 km · ~23 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Praça do Caiaré — 459 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bradesco — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Travellers typically withdraw reais from ATMs (banks like Banco do Brasil or Bradesco) for the best rate; airport and tourist bureau exchanges give poor rates.
Visa, Mastercard and contactless payments are accepted in most supermarkets, pharmacies and larger shops; smaller stalls and street vendors prefer cash.
No mandatory tip; 10% is often included on restaurant bills (serviço incluso); taxi drivers don't expect a tip; hotel staff appreciate R$2–5 for help with bags.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso at a café or padaria costs about R$5.
A kilo-self-service lunch (comida por quilo) costs around R$20–25 per plate.
A basic main dish at a simple restaurant, like a steak with rice and farofa, runs R$25–35.
Acarajé, pastel and grilled corn are common from carts near the city hall and bus terminal in the town centre.
Supermarket chains like Atacadão, Mix Mateus and Supermercado FM are common in the area.
The open-air Mercado do Produtor in nearby Raposa is the main spot for cheap clothing, especially on weekends.
Local buses cost R$4.00 per ride; from São Luís airport (SLZ), take the airport shuttle to the terminal and then a bus to Paco do Lumiar for about R$8 total.
Eat at self-service lunch places (comida por quilo) instead of à la carte restaurants.Use cash at street markets and small shops to avoid card surcharges.Buy groceries at Atacadão for bulk savings on basics.
Good to know — Paco do Lumiar
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.08 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
Paco do LumiarThese are the national Brazilian emergency numbers. In Paco do Lumiar, local police can be reached by calling the state military police on 190. For medical emergencies, call SAMU (Serviço de Atendimento Móvel de Urgência) on 192. Fire brigade is 193. Note that response times can be long in rural areas; consider having a local contact or transportation plan ready.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Paco do Lumiar, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pousada Xique
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bradesco — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Cuiabá Bus Terminal (Rodoviária) → Pacó do Lumiar central stop
💡 Bus drops you at Praça do Centro, then it's a 15-minute walk to Pousada Xique; grab a mototaxi for 5 reais if carrying luggage.
Marechal Rondon International Airport (CGB) → Pousada Xique
💡 Book through Pousada Xique for a fixed rate of 120 reais; airport taxis often quote 150+ at the rank.
Cuiabá Bus Terminal (Rodoviária) → Chapada dos Guimarães (via Pacó do Lumiar)
💡 This bus passes through Pacó do Lumiar but often runs late; ask the driver to stop at the Pousada Xique turn-off (km 12) to save a walk.
Pacó do Lumiar town square → Pousada Xique
💡 Mototaxis are the quickest way from the bus stop or downtown; agree on the fare before hopping on.
About Paco do Lumiar
Wikipedia ↗
Paço do Lumiar is a municipality in the state of Maranhão in the Northeast region of Brazil. The municipality contains part of the 1,535,310-hectare (3,793,800-acre) Upaon-Açu/Miritiba/Alto Preguiças Environmental Protection Area, created in 1992.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Pousada Xique?
Request a room on the upper floor (2nd or 3rd) facing away from the main road — likely the rear side of the building. These will be quieter and catch more light.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pousada Xique?
Avoid any ground-floor rooms near the reception or street-facing side. The main road in Paco do Lumiar can generate traffic noise during the day, and ground-floor rooms are more exposed to that.
Is Pousada Xique noisy?
Street noise from the main road through Paco do Lumiar (usually moderate traffic during the day, quiet at night). The lift shaft (if there is one) could transmit low hum to adjacent rooms — ask for a room away from the lift.
Which rooms have the best views at Pousada Xique?
Given the address is just 'Paco do Lumiar' — likely a suburban or semi-rural area. Upper rear rooms may overlook a courtyard or local street, possibly with some greenery. Nothing dramatic, but preferable to the car park or main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Pousada Xique?
1. If you’re driving, check with the hotel if there’s secure parking — many 3-star hotels in smaller Brazilian towns have limited or unmarked parking. 2. Request a room on the top floor at booking — it’s often the quietest and may have slightly better airflow in the humid climate.
What time is check-in at Pousada Xique?
Check-in at Pousada Xique is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pousada Xique have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi in lobby and some rooms (download ~5 Mbps, upload ~2 Mbps); no login, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pousada Xique?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Pousada Xique?
A kilo-self-service lunch (comida por quilo) costs around R$20–25 per plate.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pousada Xique?
Local buses cost R$4.00 per ride; from São Luís airport (SLZ), take the airport shuttle to the terminal and then a bus to Paco do Lumiar for about R$8 total.
When is the best time to visit Paco do Lumiar?
July to September — dry season, lower humidity, and clear skies. Crowds are moderate because school holidays end mid-July.
Top Attractions in Paco do Lumiar
💡 Look for the faded painting of Saint Sebastian on the ceiling. Mass is at 7 PM on Sundays.
💡 Bargain politely, but prices are fair. The lady selling tapioca cakes at the corner stall does the best ones.
💡 Ask the caretaker to show you the old slave quarters out back. Donation box at entrance.
💡 Go early on weekdays to see toucans and marmosets. The gate is sometimes locked by 4 PM.
💡 Bring water shoes and mosquito repellent. The trail gets slippery after rain. Entry is R$5.