Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Beach Ubu

Beach Ubu

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Beach Ubu might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Ubu.

Beach Ubu
Pedra Azul

Pedra Azul

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Pedra Azul during your travels in Pedra Azul. Discover the area's mountain views and waterfalls.

Pedra Azul
Penha Convent

Penha Convent

Find out about the history of Vila Velha when you take a trip to Penha Convent. While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.

Penha Convent
Manguinhos Beach

Manguinhos Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Manguinhos Beach during your travels in Vitoria?

Manguinhos Beach

Morro Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Morro Beach during your travels in Vitoria? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Morro Beach

Jacaraipe Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Jacaraipe Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Vitoria. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Jacaraipe Beach

Activities

Domingos Martins

Pedra Azul most romantic place in Brazil

NZ$266
per traveller
Pedra Azul most romantic place in Brazil
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Our pick of the best Santa Cruz Hotel Deals

BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba
BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba
3 out of 5
Av. Coronel Venancio Flores, 1151, Aracruz, ES
The price is NZ$86 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$86
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ginasio da Arca and Mosteiro Zen Morro da Virgem ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Me hospedei apenas por uma noite, mas foi o suficiente para ver os pontos positivos: roupa de banho e cama impecáveis e de ótima qualidade; cama enorme e confortável; instalaçöes nova e limpas. Pontos negativos: o frigobar näo é abastecido, temos que comprar fora e levar o que quisermos consumir, ..."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

BITTI HOTEL Aracruz by Samba
ibis Aracruz
ibis Aracruz
3 out of 5
Rodovia Democrito Moreira 148, Bairro Sauacu, Aracruz
The price is NZ$108 per night from 4 July to 5 July
NZ$108
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attraction Ginasio da Arca is located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (55 reviews)
Soid and Clean Roadside stay
"Just passing through on way to Bahia. It was an affordable and solid stay. Would definitely recommend."

Reviewed on 11 Dec. 2020

ibis Aracruz
GO INN ARACRUZ
GO INN ARACRUZ
3 out of 5
R. Democrito Moreira, Aracruz, ES
The price is NZ$96 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$96
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attraction Ginasio da Arca is located nearby.
8.6/10 Excellent! (36 reviews)
"Bom custo beneficio, café da manhã na média, mas eu não me hospedo mais nesse hotel. Eu e minha esposa trabalhamos com Internet, conseguimos conciliar viagens e trabalho (não somos influenceres) e eles só permitem usar a Internet sem custo por 1 dia, o restante é cobrado."

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

GO INN ARACRUZ
Hotel Praia Sol
Hotel Praia Sol
3 out of 5
Rua Eudólio Cruz, 01 - Bairro Novo, Serra, ES
The price is NZ$132 per night from 11 July to 12 July
NZ$132
11 July - 12 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Serra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto ...
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"Incrível, vista linda, lazer completo, equipe atenciosa, café da manhã com variedades, tudo muito organizado."

Reviewed on 7 Oct. 2024

Hotel Praia Sol
Buriti Hotel Aracruz
Buriti Hotel Aracruz
3 out of 5
Avenida José Coutinho da Conceição, 990, Aracruz, ES
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$79 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$79
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Aracruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attraction Praia dos Comboios is located nearby.
"Local em bom ponto, bem limpo e novo. Ficou a desejar somente na parte do café da manhã por não ter mais variedades e no serviço de quarto que não tivemos."

Reviewed on 2 Jan. 2025

Buriti Hotel Aracruz
Chalé com Jacuzzi a 8km de Santa Teresa
Chalé com Jacuzzi a 8km de Santa Teresa
3.5 out of 5
Germano Santa Lucia, 0, Santa Teresa, ES
The price is NZ$366 per night from 23 July to 24 July
NZ$366
23 July - 24 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star villa in Santa Teresa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and private hot tubs.
Chalé com Jacuzzi a 8km de Santa Teresa
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Santa Cruz

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Praia Grande

While Praia Grande isn't home to many top sights, Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto are some notable places to visit nearby.

Praia Grande
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Nova Almeida

When in Nova Almeida, you can plan a visit to Praia Capuba and Praia do Rio Preto, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nova Almeida
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Aeroporto

Travellers like the beaches in Aeroporto, and Praia de Camburi is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Aeroporto
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Jardim Camburi

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Jardim Camburi and surrounding area, you can visit Praia de Camburi and Shopping Mestre Alvaro.

Jardim Camburi
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Mata da Praia

Travellers like the parks in Mata da Praia, and Pedra da Cebola Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Mata da Praia
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Jardim da Penha

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Jardim da Penha. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia de Camburi or Proeng Hall Shopping Mall.

Jardim da Penha

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