Itaipava Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic building with a large arched entrance, pointed towers, and a banner reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPA.'
A historic stone castle with two towers, a grand entrance, and ivy-covered walls.
A castle-like building with a sign reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPAVA' and a large wooden gate.
A historic castle with two towers, a large entrance, and surrounding greenery.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a village with houses on the slopes, and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Itaipava attractions

Itapaiva Castle

8.6/10 (74 reviews)
Find out about the history of Petrópolis when you spend time at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
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Activities

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

NZ$75
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Tree-lined stream leading to the Cathedral of Petropolis in Rio de Janeiro

Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace

NZ$159
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Petrópolis Day-Trip with Imperial Museum and Crystal Palace
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

NZ$103
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

NZ$141
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

NZ$125
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petrópolis: The Imperial City

Petrópolis: The Imperial City + lunch

NZ$102
per adult
Petrópolis: The Imperial City + lunch
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Our pick of the best Itaipava Hotel Deals

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$87 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$87
per night
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,149 reviews)
"Hotel layout and structure nice , however cleaning was poor and so was breakfast which was below standards. Staff not helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Estrada Correia da Veiga, 873 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$73 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
NZ$73
per night
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada Uniao Industria, 10126 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$60 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$60
per night
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal ...
8.2/10 Very good! (392 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
Wood House

Wood House

2.5 out of 5
R. Crescêncio Costa 125 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$73 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$73
per night
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Stay at this pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park ...
6.4/10 (250 reviews)
"MUITO SIMPLES, LIMPO, INFELIZMENTE NAO PUDE TOMAR CAFE DA MANHA POIS TINHA QUE SAIR EM TORNO DE 08;00HS, E A O CAFE DA MANHÃ SERIA SÓ APÓS AS 08;30, E NA RECEPEÇÃO TAMBÉM, O ATENDIMENTO, SÓ APÓS AS 08;30HS"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Wood House
Pousada Tankamana

Pousada Tankamana

4 out of 5
Est. Júlio Capua, 0 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$360 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
NZ$360
per night
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Centro Cultural ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Tankaman. We stayed at the Cabin with Spa inside and what a treat! Beautiful property, with natural swimming pool, steam sauna, "ufuro", etc. The staff is very well trained and available to pretty much do anything you want after a short phone call of WhatsApp ..."

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Pousada Tankamana
Casa Ita Hotel

Casa Ita Hotel

3 out of 5
R. Marcolino de Souza, 435 Petrópolis RJ
The price is NZ$194 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$194
per night
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava and Mayor ...
10/10 Exceptional! (7 reviews)
"Hotel recém-inaugurado, tudo novinho, projeto arquitetônico de muito bom gosto. Lugar calmo, bom para relaxar."

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2026

Casa Ita Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Itaipava

Find the best Itaipava areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge, a church with a tall spire, and a forested hill in the background.

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Palace of Grão-Pará.

A mountain range with clouds at sunset.

Araras

If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park are top sights worth seeing.

A brick building labeled 'NOGUEIRA' with a train track in front.

Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.

A large castle with a lake in front, surrounded by greenery and hills.

Quitandinha

Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A mountain range with a prominent peak, surrounded by clouds and vegetation.

Pedro do Rio

If you're spending some time in Pedro do Rio, Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

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