Historic Center Travel Guide
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Our pick of the best Historic Center Hotel Deals
SOOZ Hotel Collection
Gran Villagio Hotel SP by Castelo Itaipava
"Habitaciones antiguas y con olor desagradable en el último piso, solo 2 ascensores antiguos, y es un conflicto a la hora del desayuno, el desayuno muy bueno, lo mejore del hotel sin duda"
Reviewed on 23 July 2026
B&B Hotels São Paulo Luz - Centro
"I liked the restaurant's daily pizza night buffet. Very easy & comfortable"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Nacional Inn Jaragua São Paulo
"I had a very enjoyable stay with no problems. It was difficult to fit the luggage cart in the elevator but otherwise everything was great. I was disappointed to find that the laundry wasnt a facility but rather was a service so I couldn't do laundry at my leisure. But there was a lavenderia nearby ..."
Reviewed on 28 June 2026
Rede Andrade Piratininga
"For the price, the overall experience was not bad. However, I would not recommend staying here more than a night if you are a tourist, the area outside is quite dodgy with lots of homeless. However it is close to Luz station so transport around is simple. The room I had was a bit run down (marks ..."
Reviewed on 14 July 2026
Hotel Cinelândia
"This was my second time staying here, and the room I was assigned was much better than my previous one. It was bigger, and the hot water in the shower worked well. The only downside was that there was still no shampoo provided."
Reviewed on 24 July 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Historic Center
Jardins
Museums, shopping and cafes highlight some of the noteworthy features of Jardins. Make a stop by Paulista Avenue or Museum of Image and Sound while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Itaim Bibi
Take time in Itaim Bibi to visit attractions like Parque do Povo and JK Iguatemi Shopping Mall. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Campo Belo Station to see more of the city.
Moema
Moema is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Ibirapuera and Obelisk of São Paulo are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Eucaliptos Subway Station or Moema Station to get around.
Pinheiros
Pinheiros is a destination travellers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Faria Lima Station or Pinheiros Metro Station to explore sights like Batman's Alley.
Vila Mariana
Vila Mariana is well liked for its museums and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Paulista Avenue and Shopping Metro Santa Cruz are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vila Mariana Station or Ana Rosa Station to get around.
