Olinda Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a beach, dense residential area, and a distant urban skyline.
A coastal town with a prominent church, palm trees, and the ocean in the background.
A coastal cityscape at sunset with a prominent beach, dense residential area, and a distant city skyline.
A beach with a rocky shoreline, palm trees, and buildings along the coast.
A rooftop terrace with a red floor, a wooden bench, and a view of a coastal cityscape and ocean.

Our guide on where to stay in Olinda

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A historic building with ornate architecture and a sign reading "FACULDADE DE OLINDA".
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Olinda Historical Center

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Olinda Historical Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Alto da Se Park or Do Carmo Square.

Bairro Novo

Bairro Novo might not have many top sights, but Alto da Se Park and Do Carmo Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fragoso

Though Fragoso may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Casa Caiada Beach and Do Carmo Square.

A colorful street with a blue building, a green building, and a white building. There is a sign that says "Sao Brasil" and another that says "Selvagem."
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Open Photo by Tahino2000

Carmo

While visiting Carmo, you might make a stop by sights like Alto da Se Park and Mauricio de Nassau House.

Amparo

When in Amparo, you can plan a visit to Do Carmo Square and Alto da Se Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hotel Costeiro

Hotel Costeiro

3 out of 5
Avenida Ministro Marcos Freire, 681 Olinda PE
The price is AU$72 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
AU$72
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bairro Novo Beach and Museu de Arte Sacra de Pernambuco ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (567 reviews)
"One of the worst experiences I have ever had staying in a hotel, on in continent, country, or city. They have no quiet times observed. There would be people yelling in the hallway throughout night into early morning, and then breakfast would start at 6 am and it was a cacophony of silverware, plates, ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Costeiro
Hotel 7 Colinas

Hotel 7 Colinas

3 out of 5
Ladeira de São Francisco, 307 Olinda PE
The price is AU$217 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
AU$217
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Convent of Sao Francisco and Convent of ...
Hotel 7 Colinas
Hotel 5 Sóis

Hotel 5 Sóis

3 out of 5
Av. Ministro Marcos Freire, 633 Olinda PE
The price is AU$83 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$83
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Olinda. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Bairro Novo Beach and Convent of San Francisco are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (120 reviews)
"Clean robô and very attentive staff"

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

Hotel 5 Sóis
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Welcome to Casa Trajano in Olinda! Here, you will find comfort!

Welcome to Casa Trajano in Olinda! Here, you will find comfort!

Olinda PE
Stay at this holiday home in Olinda. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Museu de Arte Sacra de Pernambuco and Convent of San Francisco are located ...
Welcome to Casa Trajano in Olinda! Here, you will find comfort!
Haus Smart Living Recife

Haus Smart Living Recife

3 out of 5
Rua Monte Castelo 277 Recife PE
Stay at this apartment in Recife. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and Mau Mau Art Gallery are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"Es un departamento ruidoso por su cercanía a calles muy transitadas. El ruido aturde de un lado al otro a toda hora. La cocina es patética. No está hecho para cocinar: unos pocos utensilios, ollas y sartenes para una comida básica. Pocos enchufes en la cocina. Cada vez que hay que usar un electrodoméstico ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Haus Smart Living Recife
Urban Home Stay

Urban Home Stay

2.5 out of 5
Avenida Boa Viagem, 344 - Boa Viagem Recife PE
Stay at this aparthotel in Recife. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Boa Viagem Beach and Pina Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
"Muito bom apartamento bons Lençóis e bom colchão não gostei muito da Localização pra minha necessidade"

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2026

Urban Home Stay
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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.

Stay near popular Olinda attractions

Classic Hall

9.6/10 (4 reviews)
Get tickets for a show at Classic Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in Olinda. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Activities

Recife street on an overcast day

City Tour Recife And Olinda

AU$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
City Tour Recife And Olinda
Porto de Galinhas sign

Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas

AU$48
per adult
Full Day Tour To Porto De Galinhas
City Tour Olinda

City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand

AU$140
per adult
City Tour of Olinda Including Instituto Ricardo Brennand
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Cities near Olinda

A beach with palm trees, clear water, and a distant forested island.

Recife

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