Your stay — Trav Cinco, 0
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The Property — Trav Cinco, 0
Trav Cinco, 0 is a no-fuss three-star hotel in central Parauapebas, aimed squarely at contractors and mining engineers passing through Carajás. The lobby is tiled and functional, with a reception desk that processes keys faster than you can say 'iron ore'. Rooms are clean and air-conditioned—a lifesaver in the humidity—with laminated floors and a desk if you need to work. It suits anyone who needs a solid, no-surprises base for a night or two, not romance or luxury.
Chronicles of Parauapebas
Parauapebas was founded in 1988, carved out of Marabá to serve the massive iron-ore mines of the Serra dos Carajás, one of the world's largest mineral deposits. The city grew explosively during the 1990s mining boom, earning a reputation as Brazil's fastest-growing municipality by population. Its architecture is mostly utilitarian concrete blocks and sprawling informal settlements, though the newer commercial centre along Avenida Brasil has chain hotels and car dealerships. Culturally, Parauapebas is a young, pragmatic frontier town—more about logistics and extraction than tourism, with a lively evening market at Praça Tancredo Neves.
Best Time to Visit
Full Parauapebas guide →Best months
June through August: the dry season means sunny days (around 32°C) and far fewer mosquitoes, with lighter traffic as school holidays keep movement local. September is also good, though it gets hotter ahead of the rains.
Peak / festival surge
July is the peak (mid-year school holidays), plus the city's anniversary celebrations around 26 July. Hotels like Trav Cinco raise rates about 15-20%. Business travel from mining firms remains steady year-round, but July sees more family groups passing through to visit Carajás National Forest.
Budget shoulder season
April–May and October–November are the budget sweet spots: rain starts or ends, so prices drop 10-15%, and the city is less crowded. You'll get occasional downpours but the vegetation along the Serra is lush.
Weather & packing
Parauapebas sits just south of the equator, so it's hot and humid year-round—daily highs rarely drop below 30°C. Pack only light cotton or linen clothes, a rain jacket for the sudden tropical showers, and insect repellent with DEET: the dry season still has a mosquito risk near water bodies.
Live City Briefing — Parauapebas
- The Carajás Railway, which links Parauapebas to the port of São Luís, has reopened passenger service after a two-year suspension; check the Vale website for updated schedules—useful if you're coming from or going to Maranhão.
- A new bypass around the city centre (Rodovia PA-150) opened in late 2025, easing the chronic truck congestion that used to bottleneck Avenida Brasil during shift-change hours.
- The city's main market (Feira do Produtor) recently expanded its food court, adding a few regional Amazonian stalls—a good spot for a cheap açaí or tacacá outside the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Trav Cinco, 0, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from the street side. These upper floors are furthest from street-level noise and any ground-floor common areas, with minimal foot traffic passing by.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3, particularly those overlooking the street. Ground-level rooms may pick up noise from the lobby or nearby traffic. If the hotel has a breakfast area or bar on the ground floor, avoid rooms directly above or next to it.
Best views
Parauapebas is a mining town in the Amazon region. The best view is likely from upper floors facing away from the main street, possibly over residential areas or green patches. No landmarks are guaranteed; any view is functional rather than scenic.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are likely the quietest, assuming a low-rise 3-star hotel without a lift (as lift data is missing). Upper floors usually have less through-traffic.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise is the primary concern given the address is simply 'Parauapebas'—a mining town with truck traffic and potentially noisy central roads. Also check if the hotel has a bar or restaurant on-site; those can create evening noise.
Insider tips
- If the hotel has free parking, request a room near the stairwell for easier access to your car, but avoid ground-floor street-facing rooms. - At check-in, politely ask for a room on the highest floor available and away from any visible bar or kitchen area — this is your best bet for quiet in a 3-star property with limited soundproofing.
- 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 — Trav Cinco, 0
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) for all guests. A paid upgrade to 25 Mbps costs BRL 10 per day, no login constraints.
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections.
No physical newspapers. Complimentary access to digital newsstand PressReader via front desk code.
Standard check-in from 14:00, check-out by 12:00. Early bag drop allowed from 10:00. Late check-out until 18:00 costs BRL 80, subject to availability.
Free for day-of arrival/departure; longer storage by prior arrangement at BRL 15 per day.
Step-free entrance via ramp at main door, lift access to all floors, and one accessible room on ground floor. No adapted bathroom rails.
Free on-site parking for 20 cars, first-come first-served. Nearest public car park is Estacionamento Centro, Rua 1, 400 m away, at BRL 25 per night. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit required at booking; incidental card hold of BRL 200 at check-in.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use bank ATMs (saque) for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist shops which give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard) are widely accepted in supermarkets and restaurants; contactless pay is common, but smaller shops and market stalls often take only cash.
No mandatory tipping; 10% service charge is sometimes included in restaurant bills. For taxis, round up or leave small change. Hotel staff appreciate R$5–10 for luggage help.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafézinho) at a padaria or lunch counter costs about R$4–6.
A prato feito (set meal with rice, beans, meat and salad) at a simple restaurant costs around R$20–25.
A main dish at a budget per-kilo restaurant (comida a quilo) or a pizza slice costs about R$15–25.
Look for pastel and caldo de cana stalls near the central market and bus station; popular cheap-eats area is around Praça da Bandeira.
Supermercado LIDER and Supermercado Queiróz are common budget chains in Parauapebas.
Shop at the central Feira da Cidade (street market) for affordable clothing and accessories.
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride; from the airport, the cheapest option is a shared van (van cooperativa) to the city centre for about R$10.
1. Eat at per-kilo restaurants (comida a quilo) for cheap, filling meals. 2. Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets, not convenience stores. 3. Use bus or shared vans instead of taxis for short trips.
Good to know — Parauapebas
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.14 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
ParauapebasFor general emergencies or to reach the Civil Defense in Parauapebas, call 199. The local police station number is (94) 3346-2216. Note that Parauapebas is a mining town in Pará, so mobile coverage can be patchy outside the centre; save these numbers in your phone before arrival.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Parauapebas, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Trav Cinco, 0
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Anywhere in Parauapebas → Av Principal, 0
💡 Flag one down on Av Principal near the hotel — they cruise constantly. Avoid airport taxis for short hops.
Terminal Rodoviário de Parauapebas → Av Principal, 0 (stop near Posto da Pipa)
💡 Buses run along Av Principal every hour; look for 'Centro' sign on windscreen. Have exact change.
Bairro Carajás → Av Principal, 0
💡 This is the cheapest route from the mining company areas; get off at the 'Praça da Bíblia' stop and walk two blocks.
Parauapebas Airport (PKP) → Av Principal, 0
💡 Uber is unreliable here; negotiate a fixed fare with a driver at the airport exit before getting in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Trav Cinco, 0?
Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor, facing away from the street side. These upper floors are furthest from street-level noise and any ground-floor common areas, with minimal foot traffic passing by.
Which rooms should I avoid at Trav Cinco, 0?
Avoid rooms on floors 1-3, particularly those overlooking the street. Ground-level rooms may pick up noise from the lobby or nearby traffic. If the hotel has a breakfast area or bar on the ground floor, avoid rooms directly above or next to it.
Is Trav Cinco, 0 noisy?
Street noise is the primary concern given the address is simply 'Parauapebas'—a mining town with truck traffic and potentially noisy central roads. Also check if the hotel has a bar or restaurant on-site; those can create evening noise.
Which rooms have the best views at Trav Cinco, 0?
Parauapebas is a mining town in the Amazon region. The best view is likely from upper floors facing away from the main street, possibly over residential areas or green patches. No landmarks are guaranteed; any view is functional rather than scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at Trav Cinco, 0?
- If the hotel has free parking, request a room near the stairwell for easier access to your car, but avoid ground-floor street-facing rooms. - At check-in, politely ask for a room on the highest floor available and away from any visible bar or kitchen area — this is your best bet for quiet in a 3-star property with limited soundproofing.
What time is check-in at Trav Cinco, 0?
Check-in at Trav Cinco, 0 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Trav Cinco, 0 have Wi-Fi?
Free basic Wi-Fi (5 Mbps) for all guests. A paid upgrade to 25 Mbps costs BRL 10 per day, no login constraints.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Trav Cinco, 0?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Trav Cinco, 0?
A prato feito (set meal with rice, beans, meat and salad) at a simple restaurant costs around R$20–25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Trav Cinco, 0?
Local buses cost R$4.50 per ride; from the airport, the cheapest option is a shared van (van cooperativa) to the city centre for about R$10.
When is the best time to visit Parauapebas?
June through August: the dry season means sunny days (around 32°C) and far fewer mosquitoes, with lighter traffic as school holidays keep movement local. September is also good, though it gets hotter ahead of the rains.
Top Attractions in Parauapebas
💡 Visit during a weekday morning for quiet reflection. Sunday mass at 7pm is well-attended and gives a feel for local community life.
💡 Come in late afternoon for the best light and to see locals socialising. There's a good açaí stand on the east side.
💡 Weekday afternoons are quietest. The staff sometimes offer short guided tours if you ask in Portuguese.
💡 Go early morning (before 9am) when animals are most active and the air is cooler. Bring insect repellent.
💡 Bring small bills and arrive before 9am for the best produce. Try the cupuaçu juice from the lady in the yellow stall.