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Belem’s accommodation landscape has improved significantly in the last decade with new chain hotels and upgraded boutique options. Most visitors base themselves in Nazare for convenience or Batista Campos for a more local feel. Umarizal suits travelers prioritizing restaurants and nightlife. Beach-focused visitors to Mosqueiro Island can find simple pousadas there, about 90 minutes from the city center. Hotel rates in Belem are generally affordable by Brazilian standards: budget options start at R$100 to R$180 (US$20 to US$36), mid-range at R$200 to R$350 (US$40 to US$70), and luxury at R$400 to R$700 (US$80 to US$140).
Where to Stay in Belem: Nazare
Nazare is the safest bet for first-time visitors. The neighborhood has the city’s highest concentration of mid-range and business hotels along Avenida Nazare and its side streets. You are within a 10-minute Uber of Cidade Velha and Ver-o-Peso (R$8 to R$12), and you can walk to the Goeldi Museum and Basilica of Nazare. The area has pharmacies, supermarkets, and casual restaurants within walking distance. Nazare sits on higher ground than Cidade Velha, so street flooding is rare even during the wet season.
Suggested Hotels in Nazare
Radisson Hotel Belem
The Radisson offers an outdoor pool with hot tub, sauna, fitness center, and an on-site restaurant serving buffet breakfast. Rooms have modern furnishings with air conditioning, minibar, and city views. Best for business travelers and couples wanting reliable international standards in a central location. Check rates and availability
Hotel Grao Para
A low-key, well-maintained hotel with free breakfast and WiFi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and minibar in every room. Located on a quiet side street within walking distance of the Basilica of Nazare. Best for budget-conscious travelers who want a clean, no-frills base in Nazare at roughly R$140 to R$200 per night. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Belem: Batista Campos
Batista Campos is Belem’s most charming neighborhood, built around the landscaped Praca Batista Campos with its bridges, fountains, and mango trees. The area has a relaxed, residential feel with independent cafes, bookstores, and yoga studios. Accommodation leans toward boutique pousadas and Airbnb apartments rather than large chain hotels. During Carnival, the square hosts some of the city’s best street blocos, making this the ideal base for festival-goers. The neighborhood connects to Nazare and the city center via frequent buses and R$10 Uber rides.
Suggested Hotels in Batista Campos
Ibis Styles Belem Batista Campos
Located next to Santa Trindade Church, this Ibis Styles offers air-conditioned rooms with colorful Amazon-themed decor, free WiFi, and a breakfast buffet with regional items. Patio Belem Shopping mall is a 2-minute walk. Best for mid-range travelers wanting reliable chain quality with a local twist in a walkable neighborhood. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Belem: Umarizal
Umarizal is where Belem eats and drinks. Travessa Dom Romualdo de Seixas and Avenida Doca concentrate the city’s best restaurants, craft beer bars, and live music venues. This is the neighborhood to pick if your priority is dining well and walking to dinner rather than proximity to historic sights. Hotel options are fewer than in Nazare, but Airbnb apartments are plentiful in the area’s modern residential towers. The neighborhood is active until 2am on weekends, so request a room on a higher floor if you are sensitive to street noise.
Suggested Hotels in Umarizal
Zoghbi All Suites Hotel
An all-suite hotel with separate living areas, kitchenettes, air conditioning, and free WiFi. The rooftop pool and bar offer city views. Located near the Doca restaurant strip. Best for families and longer-stay travelers who want apartment-style space with hotel services and walking access to Belem’s best dining. Check rates and availability
Where to Stay in Belem: Mosqueiro Island
Mosqueiro Island, 70km north of central Belem, has 17km of freshwater river beaches and a handful of simple pousadas and beach houses. This is where Belem residents go for weekend beach escapes, not a luxury resort destination. Accommodation is basic: rooms with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and breakfast included for R$120 to R$250 per night (US$24 to US$50). Book ahead for weekends in July, August, and September when the beaches are at their best and demand peaks. The island is a 90-minute bus ride (Bus 904, R$8) from Terminal Rodoviario de Belem, or a 60-minute drive. Most pousadas cluster near Praia do Farol. Restaurants are limited to beach kiosks and simple seafood spots; plan to eat simply or bring supplies. Check our weather by month for more. Check our best time to visit for more. Check our things to do for more. Check our events and festivals for more. Check our neighborhoods guide for more. Check our travel tips for more.
