Angra dos Reis

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Angra dos Reis which includes a sunset, a bay or harbor and boating
Angra dos Reis showing a sunset and a bay or harbor
Angra dos Reis which includes street scenes and markets as well as a small group of people
Bonfim Beach showing a bay or harbor and a beach
Angra dos Reis
Colonial landmarks, emerald waters, dozens of white-sand beaches and forest-clad tropical islands make this a quintessential beach town on the Costa Verde.

Angra dos Reis is the Bay of Kings, a picturesque coastal city that invites you to enjoy beachcombing, sunbathing and watersport activities at their best. A busy commercial center sits in the foothills of the Mantiqueira Mountains and looks out over a bay scattered with hundreds of islands. European explorers first established a colonial town in Angra dos Reis in 1502. Since then it has grown from a fishing village and shipbuilding port to a popular destination on Brazil’s glorious southeast coast.

Architectural gems and pretty squares line the cluster of bustling city center streets. Visit Angra dos Reis City Hall, the Church of Our Lady da Lapa e Boa Morte, which has an interesting sacred art museum, and the Martriz Church. Browse exhibitions and attend performing arts shows at the Culture House of Brazil Poets. Watch fishermen bring in their day’s catch at Angra dos Reis Port and then experience the buying and selling at the Fish Market.

Cais Turístico de Santa Luzia is the city’s main tourist pier, from where boats depart constantly for an archipelago of the over 300 islands. About a 90-minute journey away is Ilha Grande, a one-time pirate’s hideout, former leper colony and now tropical retreat. Hike trails to hilltop lookouts, waterfalls and beaches, such as Lopes Mendes Beach, and go snorkeling at the Blue Lagoon. Other islands include the scuba-diving haven Ilha da Gipoia, Ilha Itanhangá and Ilha de Paquetá (not to be confused with the Ilha de Paquetá in Rio Bay).

There are miles of delightful beaches to discover in Angra dos Reis without having to board a boat. Hop between them while traveling along the winding beach road. East of the center is Anil Beach and Camorim Beach. To the west is Bonfim Beach and Vila Velha Beach while to the north is Enseada Beach.

Large international airports close to Angra dos Reis are in Río de Janeiro or São Paulo. Public buses and private shuttles operate from both cities. Consider visiting in the winter season to enjoy cooler temperatures, minimal rainfall and fewer travelers.

Hotel do Bosque Eco Resort
Hotel do Bosque Eco Resort
3.5 out of 5
Rodovia Mario Covas, Km 528, (antiga Rio-Santos) - Mambucaba, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (77 reviews)
Maravilhoso!!
"Acabamos de chegar desse lugar extraordinário! Praia, piscina, Catamara super seguro e rapido p chegar ate a praia. Nunca me senti a vontade em um hotel. Lugar familiar, fazem de td p t agradar. Nao recebi um" nao ". Fomos em familia c 1 crianca d 9 anos. Que recreacao !!! Jacare, pixote e bila p ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2025

Hotel do Bosque Eco Resort
Hotel Fasano Angra dos Reis
Hotel Fasano Angra dos Reis
5 out of 5
Rodovia Governador Mario Covas, Cond Porto do Frade Km 512, Angra dos Reis, Sao Paulo
The price is RM2,322 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
RM2,322
RM2,438 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Popular attractions Cunhambebe Mirim or Mandala ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"Very nice property. Rooms, spa, pool area, staff very polite and helpful. And the great was the boat pier that the boat take you just in front of the hotel. I like so much that now I will e reserve the fasano bela vista"

Reviewed on 15 Dec 2024

Hotel Fasano Angra dos Reis
Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
4 out of 5
Estrada Do Marinas, 111 Praia do Jardim, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is RM548 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
RM548
RM630 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Praia Grande and Piratas ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (916 reviews)
"Beautiful property, excellent breakfast, easy access to a boat, nice, large room."

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025

Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
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Suítes aconchegantes com piscina e praia
Suítes aconchegantes com piscina e praia
2.5 out of 5
Rua das Pitangueiras , N 112, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free WiFi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Conceição de Jacareí Beach and Verolme Beach are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
AGRADAVEL
"Estadia foi incrivel .. ficamos muito bem acomodados , é im portante levar lençõis e toalhas para as trocas pois não tem serviço de quarto diario de limpeza."

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2025

Suítes aconchegantes com piscina e praia
CASA BAMBU ANGRA
CASA BAMBU ANGRA
2.5 out of 5
Rod. Governador Mário Covas, KM 513, 9, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this condo in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free WiFi, a free beach club on site, and a beach bar. Popular attractions Frade Beach and Cunhambebe Mirim or Mandala ...
CASA BAMBU ANGRA
Angra Temporada
Angra Temporada
3 out of 5
Tv. da Carpa, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Engenho Central do Bracuhy Ruins and ...
Angra Temporada
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