Your stay — Pousada do Nôno
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The Property — Pousada do Nôno
Pousada do Nôno feels like a family-run roadside hotel that hasn't tried to be anything else. The lobby has tiled floors, a reception desk with a stack of local brochures, and the faint smell of floor polish. It suits budget travellers who want a clean, no-fuss bed near the BR-101 highway, not a resort experience. The USP is price and location for drivers passing through or visiting Palhoça on business.
Chronicles of Palhoca
Palhoça was founded in 1793 by Azorean settlers and officially became a municipality in 1833. Its name comes from the straw huts (palhoças) the first inhabitants built along the coast. The town grew slowly as an agricultural and fishing base, then expanded rapidly after the BR-101 highway opened in the 1970s. Today Palhoça is a commuter suburb of Florianópolis, with a mix of working-class neighbourhoods and new condo towers. It has no historic centre of note, but its beaches—like Guarda do Embaú—attract surfers and nature lovers.
Best Time to Visit
Full Palhoca guide →Best months
March, April and November: autumn and late spring offer warm days (25–28°C), low rain and fewer tourists than summer. Surf is good, and accommodation is easy to find.
Peak / festival surge
January and February are peak season. Brazilian holidaymakers flood the area for summer holidays and Carnaval (February). Hotel prices double or triple; book months ahead. The main events are Florianópolis’ Carnaval parades and New Year’s fireworks on the beaches.
Budget shoulder season
May and September are excellent shoulder months. Temperatures sit around 20–24°C, rain is moderate, and prices drop by 30–50%. Crowds thin out, especially midweek.
Weather & packing
Palhoça’s winter (July) is mild but damp: expect 15–20°C with occasional cold fronts bringing drizzle. Pack a light waterproof jacket and long trousers; leave shorts at home.
Live City Briefing — Palhoca
- The BR-101 highway widening project continues through Palhoça; expect lane closures and delays near the Passa Vinte junction throughout 2026.
- Guardá do Embau is a 20-minute drive and offers good winter surf; the river mouth trail is open but muddy after rain.
- Several new bakeries and budget pousadas opened along Avenida Aniceto Zacchi in 2025, improving walkable food options near the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Pousada do Nôno, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road (presumably Avenida Aniceto Zacchi towards the back of the property). This gives you the quietest position with some elevation above street level.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, especially those near the reception or the breakfast area – guest noise and early-morning kitchen clatter are common at this level. Also avoid any room facing the front street if there’s a bar or late-night traffic noise.
Best views
The best view is from a room on the 4th floor overlooking the back garden or pool area – you’ll see the lagoon and hills rather than the main road.
Quietest floors
Upper floors (3rd and 4th) are significantly quieter, as the lift only goes to floor 4 – so no foot traffic above you except the 4th floor itself.
🔊 Noise notes
The pousada sits on a busy street in Palhoça, so front-facing rooms get constant traffic hum. The breakfast service starts around 7:00 and you can hear clatter from the lower floors. The lift is central and can transmit vibrations to adjacent rooms on floors 1–3.
Insider tips
1) Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 when booking – they rarely fill these first and you’ll get better quiet. 2) The pousada has off-street parking behind the building; request a spot there rather than on the street – it’s safer and you won’t hear cars leaving at night.
- 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 do Nôno
Free WiFi throughout, download speed ~15 Mbps; no login or password required
No lift; property is two-storey with stairs only (no historic section – modern building)
No digital newsstand; a single copy of Diário Catarinense available in the breakfast area
Check-in 14:00-22:00 (weekdays) and 14:00-23:00 (weekends); early bag-drop from 10:00 on request; late check-out until 12:00 costs R$ 60
Complimentary luggage storage available at reception during check-in/out hours
No step-free access; main entrance has two steps, no ramp or wheelchair-accessible rooms
Free on-site parking for up to 12 cars (first-come, first-served, no reservation); nearest public lot at Praça do Centro ~200m away costs R$ 10 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: First night prepayment required via credit card to confirm booking; incidental hold of R$ 200 at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santa Terezinha do Menino Jesus (124 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Testemunha de Jeová (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Evangélica da Pinheira (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centro Comercial Pinheira — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Terreno do Diele — 800 m · ~10 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banco24Horas — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Farmácia Guarda do Embaú — 97 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid airport exchange bureaux and tourist-area kiosks which charge poor rates and high fees.
Credit/debit cards widely accepted in supermarkets, shops, and mid-range restaurants; contactless (Visa/Mastercard) common; cash still needed for small bars, street food, and market stalls.
Not compulsory; 10% service charge often included in restaurant bills; if not, rounding up or leaving 10% is polite; taxi drivers don’t expect tips; hotel staff: R$5-10 per bag for porters.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafézinho) at a local padaria (bakery) costs about R$4-6.
A simple prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete runs around R$15-22.
A main course at a casual churrascaria or pizzaria costs roughly R$30-45.
Look for pastel (fried pastries) and coxinha at stalls near the bus station or central square; a filling snack costs R$6-10.
Common affordable supermarket chains are Supermercado Angeloni and Giassi; they have good produce and everyday prices.
For budget clothes, head to the open-air Feira da Palhoça (Saturday market) on Rua Feliciano Correia; expect basic t-shirts from R$20-40, jeans from R$60-100.
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride (no day pass); from Florianópolis airport (Hercílio Luz), take bus 6530 or 6531 direct to Palhoça for about R$5-7.
Eat where locals queue — bakeries and lanchonetes by midday offer the best value. Use the bus instead of taxis/rideshares for short hops. Buy fruit and water at supermarkets, not tourist stands.
Good to know — Palhoca
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.11 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
PalhocaGeneral emergency number for all services in Brazil is 190 for police, 192 for ambulance, 193 for fire. For non-urgent help in Palhoça, call the local civil defence (Defesa Civil) on 199 or the city hall switchboard on (48) 3281-6100 during business hours.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Palhoca, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Pousada do Nôno
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banco24Horas — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk — pharmacy · Farmácia Guarda do Embaú — 97 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Hercílio Luz International Airport (FLN) → Pousada Maria Nicolau
💡 Book the fixed-rate Coopertaxi booth inside arrivals. Avoid drivers who approach you outside — they often charge double.
Terminal Rodoviário de Palhoça → Rua João Pereira Santos (near Pousada Maria Nicolau)
💡 Use Moovit app for real-time bus tracking. The local buses don't show digital stops — just wave to stop it at the yellow pole near the pharmacy.
Pousada Maria Nicolau → Florianópolis city centre
💡 Uber is cheaper than taxis here. Book a 'UberX' rather than 'Uber Comfort' — same route, half the price. Drivers often cancel if you're near the beach, so be ready to re-request.
Florianópolis Airport (FLN) - Bus stop outside terminal → Terminal Rodoviário de Palhoça
💡 Get off at 'Praia do Meio' stop, then walk 10 mins to the pousada. Tell the driver you need that stop — the bus doesn't announce it clearly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Pousada do Nôno?
Request a room on the 3rd or 4th floor facing away from the main road (presumably Avenida Aniceto Zacchi towards the back of the property). This gives you the quietest position with some elevation above street level.
Which rooms should I avoid at Pousada do Nôno?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or first floor, especially those near the reception or the breakfast area – guest noise and early-morning kitchen clatter are common at this level. Also avoid any room facing the front street if there’s a bar or late-night traffic noise.
Is Pousada do Nôno noisy?
The pousada sits on a busy street in Palhoça, so front-facing rooms get constant traffic hum. The breakfast service starts around 7:00 and you can hear clatter from the lower floors. The lift is central and can transmit vibrations to adjacent rooms on floors 1–3.
Which rooms have the best views at Pousada do Nôno?
The best view is from a room on the 4th floor overlooking the back garden or pool area – you’ll see the lagoon and hills rather than the main road.
What are insider tips for staying at Pousada do Nôno?
1) Ask for a room on floor 3 or 4 when booking – they rarely fill these first and you’ll get better quiet. 2) The pousada has off-street parking behind the building; request a spot there rather than on the street – it’s safer and you won’t hear cars leaving at night.
What time is check-in at Pousada do Nôno?
Check-in at Pousada do Nôno is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Pousada do Nôno have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, download speed ~15 Mbps; no login or password required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Pousada do Nôno?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Pousada do Nôno?
A simple prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete runs around R$15-22.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Pousada do Nôno?
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride (no day pass); from Florianópolis airport (Hercílio Luz), take bus 6530 or 6531 direct to Palhoça for about R$5-7.
When is the best time to visit Palhoca?
March, April and November: autumn and late spring offer warm days (25–28°C), low rain and fewer tourists than summer. Surf is good, and accommodation is easy to find.
Top Attractions in Palhoca
💡 Visit on a Sunday morning to hear the local choir, which sings traditional Brazilian hymns from the back pews.
💡 Ask the curator to show you the hidden garden out back — it's full of native plants and often empty.
💡 Arrive before 9am to get the best produce; the honey seller at the south end sells small jars for 10 reais.
💡 Go midweek to avoid crowds; the surf school near the north end rents boards cheaply if you ask for a half-day rate.
💡 The dirt road up is rough — take a car with good ground clearance, or park at the bottom and walk 20 minutes uphill.