Pousada Roça Velha  

Tucked into Arraial do Cabo, this laid-back pousada offers guest-house comfort about 5 km from the city center. It’s a short drive — roughly 10 minutes to the Staircase of Prainhas do Pontal do Atalaia and about 11 minutes to Forno Beach — with Little Beach and Prainha Beach within easy reach.

A compact property with 10 individually furnished guestrooms. Rooms include minibars, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and private bathrooms with showers. The pousada pairs simple, homey décor with a garden and an outdoor pool. Expect relaxed, guest-house vibes and sea-breeze mornings from nearby beaches.

Outdoor pool and garden, barbecue area with grills, tour/ticket assistance and on-site parking (self-parking may carry a charge). Complimentary Wi-Fi, a water dispenser, luggage storage and multilingual staff keep stays easy and practical.

Complimentary wireless internet and luggage storage. Multilingual staff available to assist with bookings and local info.

Casual cookouts are possible at the on-site barbecue area and grills. No formal on-site restaurant is listed.