Araruama Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Our guide on where to stay in Araruama

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Praia Seca

Travellers like the beaches in Praia Seca, and Lagoa de Araruama is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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Araruama Centro

While Araruama Centro isn't home to many top sights, Menino Joao Helio Park and Barbudo Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.

Parque Hotel

Though Parque Hotel may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Menino Joao Helio Park and Barbudo Beach.

Iguabinha

Travellers like the beaches in Iguabinha, and Iguabinha Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Pontinha

Pontinha might not have many top sights, but Barbudo Beach and Menino Joao Helio Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel

Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. Drasio Solon Ribeiro, S/N Cabo Frio RJ
The price is NZ$128 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$128
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (475 reviews)
"Todo ha sido excelente"

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Paradiso Pero Praia Hotel
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort

3.5 out of 5
Estrada da Usina, 294 Búzios RJ
The price is NZ$172 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$172
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and free water park access. Popular attractions Rua das Pedras and João Fernandes ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (610 reviews)
"Everything was clean, the staff made sure to fulfill any request that be cleaning, fixing, or taking your order at the bar or breakfast grill. The scenery was beautiful, there were guards at all times, the hotel is well located and it was an overall relaxing experience staying there."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Zendaya Resort Beach Sport & Spa

Zendaya Resort Beach Sport & Spa

5 out of 5
R. Rancho Grande Búzios RJ
The price is NZ$1,099 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
NZ$1,099
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free valet parking. Popular attractions Geriba Beach and Ferradura Beach are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Unfortunately, the people in the room next to us had a dog. They left the dog in the room all day, and it barked loudly and incessantly. It is very selfish of guests to impose their unhappy dog on others. The hotel should have better rules regarding pets."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Zendaya Resort Beach Sport & Spa
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Sophia II Residence Inn

Sophia II Residence Inn

3 out of 5
Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos Arraial do Cabo RJ
Stay at this aparthotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Pontal Beach and Forte Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (171 reviews)
"Terrible experience from the start: for a full week before arriving, I messaged their WhatsApp, Instagram, website, and even called to change my dates — no response, no help, and Expedia also failed to accommodate me, leaving me with no choice but to go. When I arrived, reception didn’t even greet ..."

Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Sophia II Residence Inn
Cobertura Luxo com Jacuzzi

Cobertura Luxo com Jacuzzi

4 out of 5
Av. Hilton Massa, 800 Cabo Frio RJ
Stay at this apartment in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Japanese Island and Forte Beach are located ...
Cobertura Luxo com Jacuzzi
Apart Hotel Porto Príncipe

Apart Hotel Porto Príncipe

2.5 out of 5
Av. do Contorno, 320 Cabo Frio RJ
Stay at this beach apartment in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Forte Beach and Japanese Island are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (311 reviews)
"Muy amable la atención de todo el personal Todo perfecto siempre volveremos !!"

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Apart Hotel Porto Príncipe
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Stay near popular Araruama attractions

Praia Grande

10.0/10 (1 review)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Grande during your trip to Arraial do Cabo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
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Cities near Araruama

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Cabo Frio

A coastal town with colorful buildings, a sandy beach, and clear turquoise waters.

Arraial do Cabo

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Casimiro de Abreu

A river winding through lush green hills with a clear sky and a power line tower in the distance.

Rio Bonito

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