🇧🇷 Santos, Brazil
Monte Serrat Hotel
📍 130, Rua Bittencourt, Santos
Your stay — Monte Serrat Hotel
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The Property — Monte Serrat Hotel
The Monte Serrat Hotel is a straightforward three-star on the edge of Santos’ historic centre, a short walk from the cable car up Monte Serrat. The lobby feels like a functional mid-century office block – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a tired armchair or two. It suits budget travellers or business visitors who want a clean, cheap bed close to the port and the pedestrianised shopping streets. The USP is location: you’re a few minutes from the cathedral, the coffee museum, and the 4km-long beach garden.
Chronicles of Santos
Santos was founded in 1546 as a colonial port for sugar and gold shipments. Its modern character was shaped by the coffee boom of the late 19th century, which filled the city with grand merchants’ houses and the famous coffee exchange. The city's elongated beachfront, with its seven kilometres of gardens and cycle paths, was built in the 1920s to attract Rio-style tourism. Today Santos remains Brazil’s largest port, exporting soy and coffee, but its cultural identity is a blend of salty dock worker grit and beachside leisure. The historic centre (Centro) still has cobbled streets and faded art deco facades, giving it a lived-in, unpolished feel.
Best Time to Visit
Full Santos guide →Best months
April and May: autumn brings warm days (24-27°C), low humidity, and calm seas, while school terms mean quieter beaches and hotels.
Peak / festival surge
December to February: Brazilian summer and school holidays pack the beaches and raise hotel prices by 50-100%. New Year’s Eve and Carnival (February) see full occupancy and minimum-stay rules.
Budget shoulder season
March and June: still warm (23-26°C), but crowds thin after Carnival and before July school break. Rates drop 20-30% compared to peak summer.
Weather & packing
Santos has a microclimate: the Serra do Mar escarpment traps humidity, so July mornings can be misty despite being winter. Pack a light rain jacket and at least one long-sleeved layer for cooler evenings (17-22°C).
Live City Briefing — Santos
- The Santos light rail (VLT) now runs from the main bus terminal to the historic centre and beaches – line 1 stops near the hotel at Praça dos Andradas.
- The Monte Serrat funicular, closed for maintenance in early 2026, is expected to reopen by July; check status before relying on it for the hilltop viewpoint.
- The city’s annual winter festival (Festival do Inverno) runs mid-July with live music and food stalls in Praça Mauá, a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Monte Serrat Hotel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 4th, 5th, or 6th floor, facing the courtyard (away from Rua Bittencourt). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from the hotel's small elevator capacity (typically serving 6–7 floors), meaning less foot traffic. Courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those overlooking Rua Bittencourt. Lower floors pick up traffic rumble from this narrow one-way street, plus any spillover from the lobby or cafe. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also be noisy if the elevator is old.
Best views
Rooms facing Rua Bittencourt give a city view — you'll see the narrow street lined with old buildings and possibly a glimpse of the port if at a high odd-numbered room. Courtyard view is just grey walls but significantly quieter. No sea views: the hotel is 2km inland from Santos' beaches.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5, and 6 are the quietest here. The hotel is a 3-star in a busy beach city, so upper floors distance you from street-level bustle and the reception area.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Bittencourt is a one-way street with moderate traffic during the day and occasional night-time delivery lorries. The hotel's position means noise from the nearby Vila Nova district bars can carry on weekend nights. Also, the lift is small and can be clunky — avoid rooms adjacent to it.
Insider tips
1) If you drive, ask about the hotel's partnership with a nearby garage — street parking is tight and zones are policed. 2) During check-in, request a room on the courtyard side (away from Rua Bittencourt) for maximum quiet, and ask for a high floor (4th or above) to reduce lift disturbance.
- 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 — Monte Serrat Hotel
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, capped at 10 Mbps per device. No paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname.
One passenger lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only sections.
A Folha de S.Paulo newspaper is available at reception each morning. No digital newsstand.
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 14:00 costs R$ 80; after 14:00 charges a full extra night.
Free left-luggage service at reception for early arrivals and late departures.
Step-free access from street level to lobby and lift; one accessible room on ground floor (room 103). No grab rails in standard bathrooms.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Estacionamento Bittencourt (Rua Amador Bueno, 120), R$ 35 per 12 hours, R$ 50 overnight. No EV charging on-site or nearby.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (Santos does not levy a separate city tax on accommodations)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as deposit at booking. At check-in, a card hold of R$ 200 for incidentals.
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs from large banks like Banco do Brasil or Bradesco for decent rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist spots.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted, including contactless; mobile pay like Apple Pay and Google Pay works in most places but keep cash for small vendors.
No strict rule; 10% service charge is often included in restaurant bills, so no extra needed. Round up taxis and leave small change for hotel staff if service is good.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafezinho) at a local padaria (bakery) costs about R$3–5.
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete costs roughly R$18–25.
A main dish at a simpler pizzaria or churrascaria rodízio costs around R$30–40.
Pastel (fried pastry with fillings) at feiras (street markets) or near the beach; look for stalls on Avenida Bartolomeu de Gusmão or near the port.
Large supermarkets include Pão de Açúcar and Carrefour; smaller are Dia% and Oba.
Rua da Praia has market stalls and budget shops; also shops at Shopping Praiamar.
Single bus fare is R$4.30; airport budget option: take executive bus from Santos to Guarulhos airport for around R$50, then transfer.
Eat at lunchtime rather than dinner for cheaper portions; buy water and snacks at supermarkets instead of beach kiosks; use local buses rather than taxis/rideshare.
Good to know — Santos
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.11 · BRL
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Santos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Monte Serrat Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Park Inn by Radisson Santos → Santos city centre (Orquidário/Praia)
💡 Uber is cheaper than taxis in Santos; use it for short hops along the beachfront canal area.
São Paulo–Congonhas Airport (CGH) or Guarulhos (GRU) → Bourbon Santos Convention Hotel
💡 Book a fixed-rate transfer via the hotel's concierge or apps like 99 or Uber for a better price. Avoid unlicensed taxis outside arrivals — use the official taxi queues.
São Paulo Congonhas Airport (CGH) → Comfort Hotel Santos
💡 Pre-book via the hotel's concierge to avoid surge pricing. Official taxi stands at the terminal are safe but cost 20% more than pre-arranged rides.
São Paulo Jabaquara Terminal → Santos Bus Terminal
💡 Get off at the 'Conselheiro Nébias' stop instead of the main terminal — it's a 5-minute walk to the hotel and avoids the steep hill up from the waterfront.
São Paulo-Guarulhos Airport (GRU) → Park Inn by Radisson Santos
💡 Avoid airport touts; book via the official Guarucoop booth inside arrivals.
Hotel Boutique (walk to Rua São Bento stop) → Santos City Centre / Beachfront (Av. Presidente Wilson)
💡 These lines run along the beachfront. Pay with a prepaid bilhete único card (sold at newsstands) — exact cash also works but drivers rarely give change. Grab a seat on the right side for ocean views.
Park Inn by Radisson Santos → Praia do Gonzaga
💡 For the beach, take any van marked 'Orla' from the stop opposite the hotel. Have exact change in coins; the driver won't give change.
Santos Bus Terminal → Comfort Hotel Santos
💡 The tram is a wooden heritage carriage — only run on weekends. It's more a novelty than practical for luggage. Use the bus (line 100) if you're carrying bags.
Hotel (walk to Praça Mauá tram stop, 800 m) → Santos Historic Centre / Coffee Museum
💡 This is a tourist tram on restored tracks — charming but not for daily commuting. Check the schedule online as times shift. Great for a quick loop past the old port buildings.
São Paulo (Jabaquara Bus Terminal or Congonhas Airport) → Santos Bus Terminal (Terminal Rodoviário de Santos, 2 km from hotel)
💡 Take the executive bus (air-con, reclining seats) from Jabaquara metro station in São Paulo — faster and cheaper than a taxi. From the bus terminal, it’s a 10-minute taxi (R$ 15-20) or 20-minute walk to the hotel.
São Paulo-Guarulhos Airport (GRU) → Santos bus terminal (Terminal Rodoviário)
💡 Buy tickets online in advance; the bus drops you 3 km from the hotel, so budget R$ 15 for an Uber.
São Paulo Guarulhos Airport (GRU) → Comfort Hotel Santos
💡 Buy your ticket online a day ahead — the counter at GRU gets swamped. The bus stops directly outside Terminal 2 arrivals. You'll arrive on the beach side of the hotel.
About Santos
Wikipedia ↗
Santos (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈsɐ̃tus] , Saints), officially Municipality of Estância Balneária de Santos, is a city and municipality in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, founded in 1546 by the Portuguese nobleman Brás Cubas. It is located mostly on the island of São Vicente, which harbors both...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Monte Serrat Hotel?
Request a room on the 4th, 5th, or 6th floor, facing the courtyard (away from Rua Bittencourt). These upper floors avoid street-level noise and benefit from the hotel's small elevator capacity (typically serving 6–7 floors), meaning less foot traffic. Courtyard side is quieter than the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Monte Serrat Hotel?
Avoid rooms on floors 1–3, especially those overlooking Rua Bittencourt. Lower floors pick up traffic rumble from this narrow one-way street, plus any spillover from the lobby or cafe. Rooms near the lift shaft on any floor can also be noisy if the elevator is old.
Is Monte Serrat Hotel noisy?
Rua Bittencourt is a one-way street with moderate traffic during the day and occasional night-time delivery lorries. The hotel's position means noise from the nearby Vila Nova district bars can carry on weekend nights. Also, the lift is small and can be clunky — avoid rooms adjacent to it.
Which rooms have the best views at Monte Serrat Hotel?
Rooms facing Rua Bittencourt give a city view — you'll see the narrow street lined with old buildings and possibly a glimpse of the port if at a high odd-numbered room. Courtyard view is just grey walls but significantly quieter. No sea views: the hotel is 2km inland from Santos' beaches.
What are insider tips for staying at Monte Serrat Hotel?
1) If you drive, ask about the hotel's partnership with a nearby garage — street parking is tight and zones are policed. 2) During check-in, request a room on the courtyard side (away from Rua Bittencourt) for maximum quiet, and ask for a high floor (4th or above) to reduce lift disturbance.
What time is check-in at Monte Serrat Hotel?
Check-in at Monte Serrat Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Monte Serrat Hotel have Wi-Fi?
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, capped at 10 Mbps per device. No paid upgrade. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Monte Serrat Hotel?
None (Santos does not levy a separate city tax on accommodations)
Where can I eat cheaply near Monte Serrat Hotel?
A prato feito (set meal of rice, beans, meat, salad) at a lanchonete costs roughly R$18–25.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Monte Serrat Hotel?
Single bus fare is R$4.30; airport budget option: take executive bus from Santos to Guarulhos airport for around R$50, then transfer.
When is the best time to visit Santos?
April and May: autumn brings warm days (24-27°C), low humidity, and calm seas, while school terms mean quieter beaches and hotels.
Top Attractions in Santos
💡 Rent a bike from the Itaú shared bike stations (first 15 minutes free with app). Start at Canal 3 for the best views of the port.
💡 Walk up Monte Serrat at sunset for the best light. Avoid the tourist tram—the stairs are good exercise and save you 10 reais.
💡 Start at the Pelourinho monument in the main square. The city's free 'Santo de Casa' app has an audio guide in Portuguese and English. Best on a Sunday when traffic is minimal.
💡 Walk up for free via the zigzag path—takes 15 minutes. Best at sunset.
💡 Best time is early morning for a walk or jog — you'll beat the heat and crowds. Stop at the kiosk near Canal 3 for cheap coconut water.
💡 Combine with the nearby Catedral de Santos (free) which is open mornings. Look for the slave market plaque on the church wall.
💡 If you walk up, go early morning when it's cooler. The funicular costs around R$8 return and runs every 20 minutes. Watch your belongings on the stairs.
💡 Free entry on Wednesdays. Go early to see feeding times — ask staff for the schedule.