Ponta dos Castelhanos Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ponta dos Castelhanos
Popular places to visit
Praia Grande
Delight in the stunning views of tropical landscapes, visit idyllic islands and take part in vibrant New Year celebrations at this popular beach.
Laboratorio Beach
Enjoy the soothing sensation of the warm water at this secluded beach, which lies beside a pair of nuclear reactors.
Angra dos Reis Port
Watch the lively shipyard action take place at this busy port, see local fishermen at work and dine at casual waterfront restaurants.
Lopes Mendes Beach
Go surfing or snorkeling at one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil after meeting monkeys and parrots in the forest.
Abraão Beach
Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.
Biscaia Beach
Take boat trips to the surrounding islands and watch the sunset from the pier on this stunning strand backed by verdant hills of palm trees and other exotic vegetation.
Activities
Shared Speedboat Tour - Paradise Island Tour
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Grand Island
Shared Speedboat Ride - Itinerary Super Lagoa Azul
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande Day Trip with Schooner Cruise
Tour Angra dos Reis + Ilha Grande | Departures from Rio de Janeiro
Our pick of the best Ponta dos Castelhanos Hotel Deals
Hotel Porto Real
The positives: quiet, nice team, good dinner and breakfast. The negatives: despite much feedback on reviews, WiFi is awful and the general condition of the hotel is not 4****
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Recreio da Praia
Staff is rude. Beds are horrible. 3 single beds strapped together STAY SOMEWHERE ELSE!!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2025
Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
Lovely location and facilities. Everywhere was very clean. However, rooms were tired and outdated needed refurbishment especially the bathroom.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
VELINN Pousada Angra Sunset
La habitación no la limpiaban. Hubo alerta de derrumbe y me fui 3 días antes. Jamás me reembolsaron nada, ni siquiera lo preguntaron.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
CLH Suítes Ilha Grande - Hostel
Lovely hostel room but could do with some improvements such as a lamp in the room, more comfortable beds and updated bathrooms. Great touch with daily cleaners.
Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ponta dos Castelhanos
Vila do Abraão
Vila do Abraão is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abraão Beach and Abraão Cove.
Portogalo
While Portogalo isn't home to many top sights, Sororoca Beach and Praia de Garatucaia are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ponta Leste
If you're spending some time in Ponta Leste, Baía da Ilha Grande and Praia do Sol are top sights worth seeing.
Biscaia
While visiting Biscaia, you might make a stop by sights like Whale Beach and Biscaia Beach.
Verolme
If you're spending some time in Verolme, Baía da Ilha Grande and Verolme Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Praia Vermelha
Praia Vermelha might not have many top sights, but Proveta Beach and Aracatibinha Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
