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Our top choices for Santa Cruz hotels

1. Pousada Do Sol

Pousada Do Sol
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Very careful and kind staff with a peaceful environment."
United States
Asnako
The price is 1.027.967 ₫
1.079.366 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pousada Do Sol

2. Tulip Inn Itaguai

Tulip Inn Itaguai
3.0 star property
9 km from Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (365 reviews)
"otimo hotel "
Brazil
Josvander
The price is 2.010.298 ₫
2.110.813 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Sept - 6 Sept
Tulip Inn Itaguai

3. Pousada e Alojamento do Engenho de Itaguai

Pousada e Alojamento do Engenho de Itaguai
2.5 star property
12.6 km from Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (6 reviews)
"Fomos muito bem recepcionados. "
Brazil
Jorge
The price is 658.397 ₫
691.317 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pousada e Alojamento do Engenho de Itaguai

4. HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA

HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA
3.0 star property
10.4 km from Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (4 reviews)
"this was such a beautiful quiet stay! the owners are the nicest people and super caring! it is a bit away from the city area but it is close to beaches and walking distance from restaurants! there is also a pool to relax and get some sun as well as a hot tub and hammocks! it was very clean and beautiful! we loved our stay and the complementary breakfast in the morning was delicious! "
United States
Estefany
The price is 1.807.416 ₫
1.897.787 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA

5. Cabana do Sol

Cabana do Sol
2.0 star property
7.3 km from Santa Cruz
The price is 1.114.588 ₫
1.295.832 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Cabana do Sol

6. IT Grande Hotel Itaguaí

IT Grande Hotel Itaguaí
3.0 star property
10.2 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (36 reviews)
"Café da manhã ruim, sem variedade, jantar idem"
Brazil
ALLAN DAVIDSON
The price is 1.817.457 ₫
1.908.330 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
IT Grande Hotel Itaguaí

7. Promenade Fusion Itaguaí

Promenade Fusion Itaguaí
4.0 star property
10.2 km from Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Maria
The price is 2.014.530 ₫
2.115.115 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Promenade Fusion Itaguaí

8. Mar Premier Flats

Mar Premier Flats
3.0 star property
25.4 km from Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (45 reviews)
"Great option for whoever is in greater Rio and on a budget. I was really lucky to find this nice huge tower in Queimados outskirts but which has everything included. Not feasible for intended beach goers though."
United States
Daniel
The price is 1.032.809 ₫
1.084.450 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Mar Premier Flats

9. My House Muriqui

My House Muriqui
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
The price is 616.249 ₫
647.061 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
My House Muriqui

10. Windsor Marapendi

Windsor Marapendi
5.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 35.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,198 reviews)
"Excellent location, nice place, great breakfast"
United States
Maria-Paz
The price is 3.013.356 ₫
3.465.359 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Windsor Marapendi

11. Regency Barra Hotel

Regency Barra Hotel
3.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 35.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (733 reviews)
"Perfect place if would like to have sea view directly in the room."
United States
yihan
The price is 1.913.451 ₫
2.009.124 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Regency Barra Hotel

12. Porto Marina Mont Blanc Resort

Porto Marina Mont Blanc Resort
3.0 star property
22.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (413 reviews)
"Bom hotel"
Brazil
Talita Regina
The price is 1.759.067 ₫
1.847.020 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Porto Marina Mont Blanc Resort

13. Pousada Guimarães muriqui

Pousada Guimarães muriqui
25.4 km from Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Quarto limpo, equipe de funcionários super atenciosos e prestativos , conforto e ótima locação. Já estou com a reserva do Carnaval garantida."
Brazil
Marilza
The price is 559.473 ₫
587.446 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pousada Guimarães muriqui

14. Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro

Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro
5.0 star property
Jacarepagua, 32.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The property is on a great location right next to a shopping mall. The crew is wonderful. Can’t get any better."
United States
marcio
The price is 2.896.886 ₫
3.441.872 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro

15. Américas Barra Hotel

Américas Barra Hotel
3.5 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 28.8 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,083 reviews)
"Amazing staff!"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is 1.676.163 ₫
1.759.972 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Américas Barra Hotel

16. Pousada La Brisa

Pousada La Brisa
3.0 star property
15 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (12 reviews)
"Tudo muito limpinho e cheiroso. Atendimento de qualidade. "
Brazil
Yasmim
The price is 1.538.462 ₫
1.615.378 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pousada La Brisa

17. Promenade Link Stay Barra da Tijuca

Promenade Link Stay Barra da Tijuca
4.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 33.5 km from Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (816 reviews)
"Good hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Good price, very good breakfast, good room and shower."
United States
Edmundo
The price is 2.285.277 ₫
2.399.541 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Promenade Link Stay Barra da Tijuca

18. Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre

Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre
3.0 star property
21 km from Santa Cruz
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is 2.033.343 ₫
2.135.010 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre

19. Hotel Atlântico Sul

Hotel Atlântico Sul
3.5 star property
Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 25.1 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"awesome place and location my third stay since December will be returning"
United States
Vera
The price is 2.053.669 ₫
2.361.720 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hotel Atlântico Sul

20. Lagune Barra Hotel

Lagune Barra Hotel
4.0 star property
28.7 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Location is close to the beach as well as shopping, I enjoyed it immensely."
United States
Tyson Tirell
The price is 2.069.922 ₫
2.218.603 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Lagune Barra Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Find the best Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Copacabana

Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

Ipanema

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

Barra da Tijuca

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Rio de Janeiro's Santa Cruz neighbourhood. Are you looking for Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Centro Cultural Municipal de Santa Cruz Doutor Antonio Nicolau Jorge and Serra de Sao Tome while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Santa Cruz area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Rio de Janeiro, choose from one of Expedia's 11 hotels and other accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?
Centro Cultural Municipal de Santa Cruz Doutor Antonio Nicolau Jorge, Serra de Sao Tome and Cidade das Criancas are just a few attractions to check out in Santa Cruz. Make a stop at Sepetiba Beach and Praia do Recôncavo while you're sightseeing around the area.
How can I get around Santa Cruz and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Cruz Station.