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Pousada Suites Enseada Guaruja ★★★
Guaruja Guest house
A small, highly rated pousada with free parking and mountain views, steps from the beach.
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We looked across Guaruja's guest houses to bring you a hand-picked selection of the best places to stay, whatever your budget.
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Guest Favorite
Guaruja Guest house
A small, highly rated pousada with free parking and mountain views, steps from the beach.
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High rated
Guaruja
A high-rated, simple guesthouse with free Wi-Fi, free parking, and sea views from select rooms.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
A 6-minute walk from Enseada Beach with outstanding guest ratings for rooms and staff.
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Pool & close to beach
Guaruja Guest house
A guest house with a pool, solarium, and easy beach access in Guaruja's Enseada district.
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Budget-friendly
Guaruja
Free breakfast, pool, and pet-friendly policy in Guaruja's Enseada area.
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9.8 Guest Rating
A highly rated, wallet-friendly guesthouse near Praia do Perequê, with a BBQ terrace and free Wi-Fi.
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Adults-only
Guaruja Guest house
An adults-only hideaway with a plunge pool and garden, a short walk from the golf club.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
A small, friendly guest house just 150 m from the beach, with a pool and garden – ideal for a relaxed coastal stay.
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Pool-view suites
Pool-view suites with balcony and sea views, close to Pitangueiras Beach.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja Guest house
A 10-room guest house in Enseada with an outdoor pool, beach access, and pet-friendly policy.
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Central Beach Stay
Guaruja Guest house
A compact guest house in Pitangueiras with free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and easy beach access.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
Beach proximity, a clean pool, and attentive staff make this Guaruja stay a solid pick.
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Adults Only
Guaruja Guest house
Adults-only stay in Guaruja with a plunge pool, free parking and a 9.2 rating.
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Beachside Pousada
Guaruja
A straightforward pousada in Guaruja with free Wi-Fi, a sauna, and rooms that open to garden or sea views.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja Guest house
Free parking, pet-friendly rooms, and a short walk to Pereque Beach.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja
A simple, well-rated pousada steps from the beach in Guaruja, with an outdoor pool and free parking.
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Budget-friendly
Guaruja
Simple, honest base in Guaruja with Wi-Fi, cots, and easy access to two nearby beaches.
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Beachside Value
Guaruja
A simple beachside pousada with a pool, free parking, and a 10-minute walk to Pereque Beach.
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Budget-friendly
Guaruja Guest house
An affordable, no-frills guesthouse in Guarujá, close to the beach and with pet-friendly policies.
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Guest Favorite
Small guesthouse with free parking, 24-hour reception, and high guest ratings.
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Central & Quiet
Guaruja Guest house
A soundproofed suite in central Guarujá, just a short walk from the beach and shopping.
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Top-rated pousada
Guaruja Guest house
A 9.6-rated pousada with a pool, free parking, and beach access in Guaruja.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja
A five-minute walk from Pitangueiras Beach, this simple pousada offers free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and pet-friendly rooms.
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Garden retreat
Guaruja
A peaceful guesthouse with a garden terrace, a short drive from Deck Fisherman.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja
Beach-district stay with an outdoor pool, pet-friendly policy, and 24-hour reception at a budget-friendly rate.
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Family-friendly
Guaruja
A compact, family-run pousada with air-conditioned rooms and a pet-friendly policy, a short walk from Museu Joias da Natureza.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja
A pet-friendly guesthouse with beach access and air conditioning in Guaruja.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja
A no-frills guesthouse with free parking and a family room that includes a balcony and A/C, within easy reach of Eden's Beach.
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Beach club hotel
Guaruja Guest house
A beach club hotel with an outdoor pool, spa, and free parking — a solid base for exploring Guaruja.
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Garden calm
Guaruja Guest house
A small, design-led stay in Enseada with free parking, garden views and an 8.8 guest rating.
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No-frills
Guaruja
A simple, well-rated guesthouse with Wi-Fi and a strict afternoon check-in.
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Budget-friendly
Guaruja
Budget-friendly guesthouse with garden views and Wi-Fi, near Acqua Mundo aquarium.
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High guest rating
Guaruja Guest house
A highly-rated 3-star hotel with free parking and pet-friendly rooms, just a short walk from the Guaruja Aquarium.
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Guest favorite
Guaruja Guest house
Guest-favorite in Praia do Tombo with a 9.4 rating, free parking, and beach access.
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Guest favorite
Guaruja Guest house
A highly rated guesthouse near Praia do Tombo with free Wi-Fi and a garden, perfect for a calm beach stay.
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Guest Favorite
Guaruja
Walk to the beach from this highly rated Guaruja guesthouse with free parking and air conditioning.
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Beach guesthouse
Guaruja Guest house
Beach access and a relaxed guesthouse vibe, with air conditioning and a shared kitchen.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja Guest house
A small, pet-friendly guest house with easy access to Pereque Beach and the aquarium — a simple base at a modest price.
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Pet-friendly
Guaruja
Pet-friendly pousada with air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, and a garden with BBQ facilities.
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Pool & parking
Guaruja Guest house
Family-run suites with an outdoor pool, free parking, and shared kitchen in Guaruja.
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Budget-friendly
Guaruja
Simple guest house with free private parking and Wi-Fi, a short drive from Beach Cove.
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Guest favorite
Guaruja Guest house
An inviting guest house near Enseada Beach, recognized for attentive staff and a central location in Guaruja.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
Walk to Pitangueiras Beach in 8 minutes, then cool off in the pool or on the sun terrace.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
A no-frills base 500 meters from Praia da Enseada, with free parking and self-catering studios.
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Central & Quiet
Guaruja Guest house
A central Guaruja stay with soundproofed rooms and beach access, near Pitangueiras Beach.
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Central & Quiet
Guaruja Guest house
A well-rated, central suite near Shopping La Plage — ideal for a short beach stay.
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Beach proximity
Guaruja Guest house
A calm, well-run guesthouse with beach access and soundproofed rooms, a short walk from the parish church.
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Enseada is Guaruja's longest stretch of sand, and its guest houses make the most of it. You will find highly rated pousadas like Pousada Sanlubia (rated 9.6) and Pousada Suites Enseada (9.1) within a few blocks of the beach, many with pools and free parking. The trade-off for this prime location is that these are some of the pricier options on the island, though rooms still start around $25 at the budget end.
Several Guaruja guest houses welcome pets, which is a relief given how walkable the beachfront is. Pousada Pazzini (rated 9.0) is a 10-room spot in Enseada with an outdoor pool, while the budget-friendly Laguna (rated 7.5) offers free parking and is a short walk to Pereque Beach. For a low-key stay right by the sand, the no-frills Suites Economicas also allows pets.
For a stay near Praia do Perequê, look at the guest houses on the eastern side of Guaruja where the beach meets the fishing village atmosphere. Pousada Cantinho Da Ester holds a near-perfect 9.8 guest rating and comes with a BBQ terrace. A little further along, Pousada H Guaruja is a basic, beachside option with a pool, and the pet-friendly Laguna offers free parking a short walk away.
A budget of around $25-$30 a night opens up a surprisingly solid slice of Guaruja's guest houses. At $22 you can book a room at Pousada Kavili, 150 meters from the beach, or at the equally affordable Suites Economicas. Pousada Sanlubia Enseada, priced from $28, is a standout value, pairing a 9.6 rating with a pool and free parking.
Couples looking for a quieter stay have two dedicated adults-only guest houses in Guaruja. Canto Das Laranjeiras Villa is a hideaway with a plunge pool and garden, a short walk from the golf club, while Pernambuco Club House offers a plunge pool, free parking, and a strong 9.2 guest rating. Both keep things peaceful by forgoing the family crowds, with rates from $43 and $71 respectively.
The highest guest ratings in Guaruja belong to small, owner-run pousadas rather than big hotels. Leading the field are Pousada Cantinho Da Ester (9.8), Pousada Sanlubia Enseada and Hospedaria Tombo Brasil (both 9.6). Expect personal service, clean rooms and a good breakfast—priorities that matter more here than a long list of facilities.
For first-timers, Enseada is a safe bet: it has the longest beach, the widest choice of guest houses, and a boardwalk with plenty of places to eat. Pitangueiras is the more central option with easy access to shops, while Guaiuba is quieter and more upscale.
Accommodation prices in Guaruja drop sharply outside the Brazilian summer and school holidays. From March to November, mid-week rates can fall well below the $50 mark for a double room in a simple pousada, compared to peak season when many places double their prices or require longer stays.
Not strictly, but it helps. The island has a local bus system connecting the main beaches, and many guest houses provide free parking if you do drive. If you plan to stick to one or two neighborhoods, say Enseada and Pitangueiras, taxis and rideshares are affordable for the short hops between them.
For the Brazilian summer holidays (December to February) and Carnival, book several months ahead to get a room at a highly rated guest house like Pousada Sanlubia. Outside these peak times, you can often find good last-minute deals, especially mid-week.
Guaruja's guest houses, often called pousadas, are the island's answer to laid-back beach living. Unlike big resort hotels, they cluster in residential streets a short stroll from the sand—think family-run spots in Enseada, surf-friendly bases near Guaiuba, and quieter hideaways around Pitangueiras. Many are small enough that the owners are at the reception desk, and nearly all fold breakfast, parking, or both into the rate.
The money you spend here buys location and personal service rather than five-star gloss. At the budget end, simple rooms start around $22 a night for a no-frills stay close to the beach. Spend $70-$100 and you are into pousada territory with pools, gardens, and guest ratings above 9.0. Prices generally sit below comparable hotels on the mainland, and since Guaruja is an island, most of these places are within ten minutes of a beach by foot.
Guaruja's guest houses are the natural choice for beach-focused travellers who want a personal, small-scale stay without paying resort prices. They are especially well suited to couples seeking adults-only retreats, pet owners, and anyone who values a high guest rating over a long list of facilities. If you require a full-service hotel with a spa or an extended-stay apartment with a kitchen, you might be better served by the dedicated pages for beachfront hotels, spa hotels, or apartments in the area.