São José Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Geriba Beach
Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.
Rua das Pedras
Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.
Ferradura Beach
The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.
Orla Bardot
Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.
Brava Beach
Surf on the wild waves that meet this scenic stretch of sand, which is pleasingly quiet compared to some of Búzios less secluded beaches.
Ferradurinha Beach
Examine the unusual rocks, rent kayaks and stand-up paddleboards, and see the turtles and colorful fish in this calm, protected bay.
Activities
Catamaran Boat Tour in Búzios
Tour of the most beautiful beaches and islands of Buzios by Buziana Tour
Búzios Trolley Adventure City Tour
Our pick of the best São José Hotel Deals
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches
Reviewed on 9 July 2024
HANNA Búzios Al Mare Hotel
Café com ótima variedade. A equipe é simplesmente maravilhosa, lembro do nome do Felipe mas toda equipe é super solicita, e resolutiva, inclusive para lidar com os problemas decorrentes do fato do hotel estar em reforma. A área externa é maravilhosa, realmente pé na áreia e muito instagramável. Quando ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Not clean at all. Bad smells throughout the hotel, not hot water, hotel staff trying to get into our room without our permission, parking is too expensive.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025
Hotel La Plage
Hotel esta abandonado, cama desconfortavel, ar condicionado nao funciona, roupa de cama tinha marcas de maquiagem, tive que ir no shopping comprar fronha de travesseiro e toalhas, chuveiro ruim, cafe da manha e pessimo pior que ja vi, de pao dormido, frutas passadas, com suco de pozinho (nao e natural) ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2025
Pousada Mirante da Prainha
Lovely people! Great amenities!
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2024
Pousada do Albatroz
It was under construction, so a bit noisy and confusing, but the staff was very sweet and friendly and accommodating! The location was wonderful! I can’t wait visit again when it isn’t under consruction.
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around São José
Tucuns
If you're spending some time in Tucuns, Tucuns Beach and Reserve Serra das Emerencias are top sights worth seeing.
Porto Belo
Travellers like the beaches in Porto Belo, and Manguinhos Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Campo de Pouso
While there might not be top attractions in Campo de Pouso, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Geriba Beach and Manguinhos Beach.
Praia Rasa
If you're spending some time in Praia Rasa, Manguinhos Beach and Rasa Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Praia de Geribá
If you're spending some time in Praia de Geribá, Geriba Beach and Geriba Lagoon are top sights worth seeing.
Manguinhos
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Manguinhos. You might want to make time for a stop at Manguinhos Beach or Geriba Lagoon.
