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Pousada Do Sol

Pousada Do Sol
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (13 reviews)
"Pousada simples, atendimento ótimo, conforto razoável. Para uma noite não chegou a ser ruim. "
Brazil
Fernando
The price is HK$556
HK$584 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Pousada Do Sol

Casa Branca 355

Casa Branca 355
3.0 star property
32.2 km from Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
"Marcio é um excelente anfitrião, me senti em casa, espaço amplo, equipado, não senti falta de nada."
Brazil
Anonymous traveller
The price is HK$257
HK$270 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Casa Branca 355

Pousada ilha Bella

Pousada ilha Bella
3.0 star property
Barra de Guaratiba, 20.7 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Pousada simplesmente impecável! Experiência extraordinária... Tudo perfeito da limpeza até a recepcão da atendente Michele ao Guia Morais que nos indicou lugares para passeios e tornaram a nossa estadia mais aconchegante fazendo com que nos sentíssemos em casa. Com certeza voltaremos!"
Brazil
Charles
The price is HK$296
HK$385 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Pousada ilha Bella

Pousada Belafonte Rio Centro

Pousada Belafonte Rio Centro
3.0 star property
27.9 km from Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (52 reviews)
"Pousada bem aconchegante e simples ! Ideal para quem busca algo bem localizado (proximo ao Rio centro), comodo e simples! Cafe da manha básico e bem gostoso, recepcionista super simpática e agradável. Com certeza voltarei! "
Brazil
Ruan
Pousada Belafonte Rio Centro

Don Pascual

Don Pascual
4.0 star property
21.1 km from Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"It is secluded in a very wooded area, nice pool area, great restaurant. "
United States
carolin
Don Pascual

Mar Premier Flats

Mar Premier Flats
3.0 star property
25.4 km from Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (34 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
Mar Premier Flats

LONGBOARD PARADISE SURF CLUB

LONGBOARD PARADISE SURF CLUB
2.0 star property
Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 24.4 km from Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"Longboard Paradise Surf Club was awesome! We wish we had the time to stay longer!! Everyone was so friendly, the space was super cool and the food was great! "
United States
Lauren
LONGBOARD PARADISE SURF CLUB

Buena Onda Hostel

Buena Onda Hostel
1.0 star property
Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 24.3 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Alt topp!"
Norway
Knut
The price is HK$260
HK$273 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Buena Onda Hostel

Flat Barra First

Flat Barra First
3.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 31.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Muito boa, tudo perfeito e gostaria de parabenizar a todos que trabalham e ao proprietário pela honestidade, minha esposa perdeu um anel no quarto e entraram em contato imediatamente para pegarmos. Parabéns a todos e muito obg. "
Brazil
Suely
The price is HK$1,114
HK$1,170 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Flat Barra First

LONGBOARD PARADISE SUITES

LONGBOARD PARADISE SUITES
2.0 star property
Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 24.6 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (17 reviews)
"E um lugar bem rústico..não tem televisão ou algo do tipo pra vc se distrair...e bem.natureza ...essa será sua diversão! "
Brazil
Jacqueline
The price is HK$521
HK$548 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
LONGBOARD PARADISE SUITES

Hotel Casa Bonita

Hotel Casa Bonita
3.0 star property
10.8 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2 reviews)
"Serviço excelente!!! Ainda fizeram uma surpresa para mim e a minha esposa que estávamos voltando do nosso casamento. Podem contratar o serviço que não vão se arrepender, nota 10!! "
Brazil
Thiago Matheus
Hotel Casa Bonita

Samba Rio Convention & Residence

Samba Rio Convention & Residence
3.5 star property
Jacarepagua, 29.5 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (478 reviews)
"The pool was amazing"
United States
kevin
The price is HK$543
HK$571 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Samba Rio Convention & Residence

KS Beach Hotel

KS Beach Hotel
3.0 star property
Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 25.1 km from Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (386 reviews)
"Great staff!"
United States
Robert Langhoff, Nilton
KS Beach Hotel

L'amour Hotel

L'amour Hotel
3.0 star property
27.2 km from Santa Cruz
2.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
The price is HK$410
HK$431 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
L'amour Hotel

Rio Centro Stay

Rio Centro Stay
3.0 star property
27.6 km from Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (28 reviews)
"very polite security and secure location, felt safe staying there"
United States
Nolania
The price is HK$334
HK$490 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Rio Centro Stay

Elegance Suítes Rio de Janeiro

Elegance Suítes Rio de Janeiro
2.5 star property
Jacarepagua, 29.9 km from Santa Cruz
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
Elegance Suítes Rio de Janeiro

Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
3.5 star property
29.3 km from Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (108 reviews)
"Ótima localização, excelente café da manhã, só precisa modernizar os quartos"
Brazil
Antonio Carlos
The price is HK$497
HK$522 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

Paracambi Top Hotel

Paracambi Top Hotel
3.0 star property
32.7 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"Quarto limpo e bastante confortável. Funcionarios simpaticos e cordiais. No café da manha os paes e bolos pode melhorar a qualidade, pode ter mais variedade de frutas."
Brazil
paulo roberto
Paracambi Top Hotel

Apartamento Brisa

Apartamento Brisa
2.0 star property
6.9 km from Santa Cruz
The price is HK$303
HK$377 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Apartamento Brisa

Pousada La Brisa

Pousada La Brisa
3.0 star property
15 km from Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Incrível e amigável "
United States
Dominic David
The price is HK$387
HK$407 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Pousada La Brisa
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

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

Copacabana

Mingle with the local residents on one of the world’s most famous beaches, admire art deco buildings and party until dawn in this effervescent neighborhood.

Ipanema

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro’s longest beach, a sprawling shopping mall and some of the city’s best seafood restaurants and bars await in this relaxed neighborhood.

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.

Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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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 Serra de Sao Tome and Cidade das Criancas 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 10 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?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Santa Cruz are Serra de Sao Tome and Cidade das Criancas. You might also plan a visit to Pedra do Sino when you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro.
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.

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