What are check-in and check-out times?

Check-in from 1pm. Check-out by 11am. Early/late check on request — message us first.

Is breakfast included?

Yes, every day for all guests — already included in the daily rate. Fresh bread, market fruit, eggs, coffee, juice.

How do I book the boat tour?

Via WhatsApp or in person at check-in. Spots limited by weather and crew — the earlier you confirm, the better.

Cabo Frio Airport (15 min drive) or bus to Arraial station, then taxi/Uber to Rua Seu Aureo, 14 — Praia Grande. We can arrange the ride for you.

Payment and cancellation?

We accept Pix, credit/debit cards and bank transfer. Cancellation policy on Cloudbeds, varies by season. Doubts? WhatsApp us.

Hostel in Arraial do Cabo · Praia Grande

Hostel
urban jungle,
200 m to the sea.

A small hostel, covered in plants, running on solar power. Two minutes on foot to Praia Grande, away from downtown noise. Homemade breakfast, own boat for tours, check-in that looks after you without being overbearing.

Distance 2 min on foot

Rooms 4 types · R$ 79 to R$ 205

Energy 100% solar

↗ 2 min · walk

Praia Grande

Our beach. White sand and turquoise water of the Brazilian Caribbean two minutes on foot. Sunset in the backyard — free, every day. Surf, snorkel at the Imbetiba Wreck, and the Fishermen’s Deck right there.

↗ by water taxi

Pontal do Atalaia

The most famous beach in Brazil. Crystal-clear water in gradient blues, surrounded by white sands. Access by water taxi. Getting there early is very much worth it.

↗ 15 min · walk

Praia dos Anjos

Where the boats leave from for tours in Arraial do Cabo. At night it becomes a meeting point: Praça do Cova with food trucks, bars and movement. Bar Farol in front of the historic Igreja Nossa Senhora dos Remédios.

↗ 20 min · water taxi or trail

Praia do Forno

Calm, protected waters, snorkel straight from the beach — no boat needed. One of the best diving experiences in Arraial do Cabo. Walk the trail or take a water taxi.

↗ 2 min · walk

Deck dos Pescadores

At the left end of Praia Grande, where fishermen keep their boats and gear. One of the best photo spots in Arraial do Cabo — from there you can see the Janela do Paraíso and the open sea.

↗ 10 min · walk

Mirante do Francês

Panoramic view of Arraial do Cabo. The main humpback whale watching point between June and September. Beautiful sunset from above, with the open sea ahead — one of the best angles for photography in the region.

↗ 2 min · walk

Calamares

Beach kiosk on Praia Grande with tables on the sand and live music every day. Seafood, moquecas and caipirinhas with a sunset view over Arraial do Cabo. Open noon to midnight.

↗ 2 min · walk

Restaurante da Zefa

Home-cooked lunch, fresh fish and a queue that proves it’s worth the wait. One of the most beloved restaurants on Praia Grande — and next door to the hostel.

↗ 15 min · walk

El Farol

At Praia dos Anjos, in front of the church. The best nightlife option in Arraial do Cabo — a different programme every day. On Thursdays, the best forró in the region.