Your stay — Oásis Tower
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The Property — Oásis Tower
Oásis Tower is a functional 3-star business hotel in Ribeirão Preto’s central commercial zone. The lobby is clean but generic, with polished tile floors, a small reception desk, and a couple of armchairs — nothing characterful, but efficient. It suits budget-conscious travellers or corporate visitors who just need a bed, a buffet breakfast, and a central location. The roof pool is a plus in summer, but don’t expect charm or local flavour.
Chronicles of Ribeirao Preto
Ribeirão Preto emerged in the 19th century from coffee plantations, becoming a wealthy hub for Brazil’s coffee elite by the early 1900s. Its downtown still holds art deco and eclectic mansions from that era, alongside modernist towers built during the city’s 1970s–80s expansion. Today, it’s a major agribusiness and healthcare centre, with a young population driven by two universities. Culturally, it’s known for its strong ‘sertanejo’ music scene and an annual national rodeo festival in August.
Best Time to Visit
Full Ribeirao Preto guide →Best months
May, June, August — dry, sunny days (20–28°C) and cool nights. Avoid July’s school holiday crowds but still get good weather. September also works before the October heat returns.
Peak / festival surge
July (school holidays) and August (the city’s huge rodeo festival, ‘Festa do Peão de Boiadeiro’) drive hotel prices up 30–50%. Book months ahead. Events like rodeo matches and concerts pack venues.
Budget shoulder season
April and November offer mild weather, fewer tourists, and rates often 15–25% lower than peak. October is still hot but less crowded pre-festival.
Weather & packing
July is dry and warm, but nights can drop to 14°C due to elevation (500m+). Pack one lightweight jacket or cardigan for evenings; otherwise T-shirts and shorts suffice.
Live City Briefing — Ribeirao Preto
- Ribeirão Preto’s main bus terminal (Terminal Urbano) is undergoing renovations until late 2026 — expect detours and longer waits for city buses.
- The city’s annual ‘Festa do Peão de Boiadeiro’ in August 2026 has already reported record ticket sales; book accommodation early if visiting then.
- A new cycle lane along Avenida Presidente Vargas opened in early 2026, connecting downtown to the shopping mall — handy for visitors wanting to avoid taxis.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Oásis Tower, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 at the rear of the building (facing away from Avenida Maurílio Biagi). These upper floors reduce street noise while still having easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and breakfast area—morning chatter and kitchen noise carry up. Also avoid any rooms at the front of the hotel facing the avenue; it's a six-lane road with constant traffic.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms overlook the hotel's internal courtyard or possibly the neighbouring low-rise buildings—nothing spectacular, but better than staring at the busy avenue.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are quietest—further from ground-level noise and above the lift motor room (usually on the roof or ground floor).
🔊 Noise notes
Avenida Maurílio Biagi is a main arterial road in Ribeirão Preto; expect truck and bus noise during the day, and motorbikes late into the night. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can also generate low-level noise until around 11 pm.
Insider tips
1) If you're driving, request a room at the back so you can park close to the rear entrance—saves walking around the building with luggage. 2) Check-in early (before 4pm) to have your pick of rooms; the front desk clerk can usually assign a rear-facing room on a higher floor if you ask nicely.
- 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 — Oásis Tower
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps, upload 5 Mbps. Login via room number and surname – no voucher required.
One lift serves all floors (ground to 6th); no stairs-only sections.
Digital newsstand not offered; a few physical Brazilian newspapers (Folha de S.Paulo, O Estado de S. Paulo) are available in the lobby on weekdays.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag-drop available from 10:00 (no charge if room is not ready). Late check-out until 14:00 costs R$ 50 (subject to availability). Standard check-out is 12:00.
Complimentary for guests on arrival and after check-out; no fee for same-day storage.
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; lift to all floors; three accessible rooms with roll-in shower on the ground floor. No structural barriers reported.
Free on-site parking for guests (uncovered, no valet). Nearest public car park is Estacionamento Ribeirânia (R$ 15 per 12 hours) on Rua Campos Salles. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None
Deposit & card hold: A 50% advance deposit is required to guarantee the reservation; at check-in, a credit card hold of R$ 200 is placed for incidentals.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Place of worship: Mevam (370 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Salão Paroquial Santa Teresinha Doutora (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Assembléia de Deus (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
- Place of worship: Assembleia de Deus Madureira (1.7 km · ~21 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Novo Shopping — 2.2 km · ~27 min walk
Área Verde — 392 m · ~5 min walk
Teatro Santarosa — 906 m · ~11 min walk
Balanço da Bandeira — 849 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bradesco — 983 m · ~12 min walk
Estação do Monorail da COCLÃNDIA — 2.4 km · ~30 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid airport and shopping-centre exchange bureaux which charge poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted; contactless is common; Amex less so; mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) works where contactless terminals are present.
Restaurants: 10% service charge often included—optional extra for good service. Taxis: round up or leave small change. Hotel staff: R$5–10 for porters, R$2 per day for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Coffee from a padaria (bakery) or snack bar: R$4–6.
Prato feito (set plate of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a local lunch spot: R$20–30.
Pizza or a simple beef/chicken dish at a neighbourhood restaurant: main course R$25–45.
Pastéis, coxinhas, and grilled cheese at street stalls or food trucks near shopping streets (Rua General Osório area).
Pão de Açúcar and Carrefour Express are common in this region.
Rua General Osório and nearby streets have budget-friendly high-street shops; also the Riopreto Shopping centre for mid-range options.
Single bus fare R$5.00; no day pass. From Ribeirão Preto airport (RAO), take bus 200 (Parque Semi-Industrial) to the city centre for about R$5, then connect.
Eat lunch at 'prato feito' places instead of dinner—same food cheaper. Use ATMs inside banks (not standalone) to avoid extra fees. Buy water and snacks at supermarkets, not hotels or convenience stores.
Good to know — Ribeirao Preto
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.08 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
Ribeirao PretoFor non-urgent police matters in Ribeirão Preto, call (16) 3625-1900. Tourist police (Delegacia de Atendimento ao Turista) is in São Paulo only. If you need English help, try the US Consulate in Rio de Janeiro at +55 (21) 3823-2000 or the British Consulate in São Paulo at +55 (11) 3094-2700.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Ribeirao Preto, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Oásis Tower
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Bradesco — 983 m · ~12 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
A2 Motel, Rua São José → Rodoviária (Bus Terminal)
💡 The bus terminal has direct buses to São Paulo and Campinas. Uber to the terminal is cheaper than a taxi and usually arrives within 5 minutes in this area.
Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) bus stop → Praça XV de Novembro (city center)
💡 From Praça XV, it's a 15-minute walk to A2 Motel on Rua São José. No direct bus to the motel, so use this route if you're on a budget and don't mind walking.
Rua São José (near A2 Motel) → Shopping Iguatemi
💡 This line runs along Rua São José, so you can catch it a block from the motel. Tap the bus card (Cartão Ótimo) for a 0.50 BRL discount on single fares.
Leite Lopes Airport (RAO) → A2 Motel, Ribeirão Preto
💡 Uber is cheaper, around 30-40 BRL, but the official taxi stand is safer if you arrive late at night.
About Ribeirao Preto
Wikipedia ↗
Ribeirão Preto (Portuguese pronunciation: [ʁibejˈɾɐ̃w ˈpɾetu]) is a city and a metropolitan area located in the northeastern region of São Paulo state, Brazil. Ribeirão Preto is the eighth-largest municipality in the state, with an area of 650.9 km2 (251.3 mi2). In 2021, the municipality proper had ...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Oásis Tower?
Request a room on floors 4 or 5 at the rear of the building (facing away from Avenida Maurílio Biagi). These upper floors reduce street noise while still having easy stair access if the lift is busy.
Which rooms should I avoid at Oásis Tower?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 directly above the lobby and breakfast area—morning chatter and kitchen noise carry up. Also avoid any rooms at the front of the hotel facing the avenue; it's a six-lane road with constant traffic.
Is Oásis Tower noisy?
Avenida Maurílio Biagi is a main arterial road in Ribeirão Preto; expect truck and bus noise during the day, and motorbikes late into the night. The hotel's bar on the ground floor can also generate low-level noise until around 11 pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Oásis Tower?
Rear-facing rooms overlook the hotel's internal courtyard or possibly the neighbouring low-rise buildings—nothing spectacular, but better than staring at the busy avenue.
What are insider tips for staying at Oásis Tower?
1) If you're driving, request a room at the back so you can park close to the rear entrance—saves walking around the building with luggage. 2) Check-in early (before 4pm) to have your pick of rooms; the front desk clerk can usually assign a rear-facing room on a higher floor if you ask nicely.
What time is check-in at Oásis Tower?
Check-in at Oásis Tower is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Oásis Tower have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical download speed 15 Mbps, upload 5 Mbps. Login via room number and surname – no voucher required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Oásis Tower?
None
Where can I eat cheaply near Oásis Tower?
Prato feito (set plate of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a local lunch spot: R$20–30.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Oásis Tower?
Single bus fare R$5.00; no day pass. From Ribeirão Preto airport (RAO), take bus 200 (Parque Semi-Industrial) to the city centre for about R$5, then connect.
When is the best time to visit Ribeirao Preto?
May, June, August — dry, sunny days (20–28°C) and cool nights. Avoid July’s school holiday crowds but still get good weather. September also works before the October heat returns.
Top Attractions in Ribeirao Preto
💡 Check the Facebook page for free matinee performances – they often have student orchestras or dance recitals on weekday afternoons. No booking needed, just turn up early.
💡 Sunday mornings there's a small craft fair with handmade soaps and local sweets. Grab a caldo de cana (sugarcane juice) from the stall on the north side for 3 reais.
💡 Free entry on Sundays. The guided tour is short but worth it for the explanation of how coffee grading works. Combine with a walk around the nearby Mercadão.
💡 Go early on weekday mornings to avoid crowds and spot capybaras near the lake. The zoo closes for lunch between 12 and 2pm.
💡 Entry is free but you need to register at the visitor centre on arrival for a trail map. The 'Trilha do Pequi' loop is 3km and takes about 1.5 hours – wear proper shoes and bring water, as there's no shop on site.