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3-star hotels in Florianopolis
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Florianopolis for travellers who want a well-rated, simple base on the island, from beach pousadas to a city address. Every property here scores 4.4 or higher from guest reviews, so the choice is about area and setting.
Staying in Florianopolis
Florianopolis spreads across Santa Catarina island, and its 3-star hotels sit in very different spots: beach-side streets such as Rua Das Gaivotas and Rua Aguia, quieter roads like Altino Manoel Claudino and Estrada Cristóvão Machado De Campos, and one city address on R. Bocaiuva. That means you can pick a stay close to the sand or a base nearer the urban centre, and let the rest of the island be a day out. The list suits couples and families who want a known standard without going up a class, and shorter breaks where a good guest rating matters more than extra facilities. Only a few of these hotels publish facilities, so check the individual pages for parking, family rooms and beach access before booking.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Pousada Barra Da Lagoa
Rua José Serafim Dos Santos 123, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereFor travellers who want a base in Barra Da Lagoa, this 3-star pousada earns its reputation from guests themselves: a 4.7 out of 5 across 9938 reviews is a striking volume of feedback for a property of this size. It suits visitors who value a settled, well-known address on Rua José Serafim Dos Santos and prefer to spend their days out exploring the island rather than on site amenities.
See Pousada Barra Da LagoaHotel & Pousada Favareto
Estrada Int. João Nunes Vieira 1800, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereSet on Estrada Int. João Nunes Vieira, Hotel & Pousada Favareto is a 3-star choice for guests who want a straightforward stay with a strong track record. A 4.7 out of 5 from 1785 reviews suggests consistent satisfaction. It fits couples and independent travellers who plan to use the pousada as a practical base while moving around Florianopolis.
See Hotel & Pousada FavaretoCosta Norte Ingleses
Rua Das Gaivotas 984, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereCosta Norte Ingleses takes its name from its location on Rua Das Gaivotas, in the north of the island. As a 3-star property rated 4.7 out of 5 by 1481 guests, it appeals to beach-minded visitors who want a simple, well-regarded place to sleep. Good for families and groups travelling together who intend to spend most of their time outdoors.
See Costa Norte InglesesHospedaria Conceitual
R. Prof. Teodosio Maurício Wanderley 190, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereWith 203 reviews and a 4.8 out of 5 rating, Hospedaria Conceitual is the highest-scoring hotel on this list. The small number of reviews relative to that score points to a compact, closely run 3-star hospedaria on R. Prof. Teodosio Maurício Wanderley. It suits guests who prefer a quieter, less crowded property over a large hotel.
See Hospedaria ConceitualPousada Refugio Costeiro
Av. Vereador Manoel José Dos Santos, 903, Florianopolis, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Refugio Costeiro on Av. Vereador Manoel José Dos Santos offers a broad set of facilities for a 3-star pousada: free car parking and free wifi, a garden and a games room, plus family rooms and a 24 hour front desk. With a beach nearby and air conditioning throughout, it works well for families arriving by car who want space to relax between outings. Rated 4.7 out of 5 by 555 guests.
See Pousada Refugio CosteiroPousada Nossa Senhora de Fatima
Estrada Cristóvão Machado De Campos 1379, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay herePousada Nossa Senhora de Fatima sits on Estrada Cristóvão Machado De Campos, a 3-star address for visitors drawn to the quieter side of Florianopolis. Its 4.7 out of 5 rating comes from 368 reviews, a modest but steady base of guest opinion. Best suited to travellers who want a simple pousada and easy access to the island's beaches by car.
See Pousada Nossa Senhora de FatimaÁgua Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas
Rua Aguia 26, Florianopolis, Brasil
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereÁgua Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas is a 3-star pousada on Rua Aguia with diving and scuba diving among its facilities, alongside a balcony in the rooms and a beach nearby. Breakfast can be served in the room, and family rooms plus air conditioning make it practical for groups. Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 363 reviews, it appeals to guests who want water activities close at hand.
See Água Marinha de Bombas BombinhasBlue Tree Premium Florianopolis
R. Bocaiuva 2304, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereBlue Tree Premium Florianopolis is a 3-star hotel on R. Bocaiuva, one of the better-established names on this list with 1582 reviews and a 4.6 out of 5 rating. It suits travellers who prefer a conventional hotel setup in the city rather than a small pousada, and who want a reliable, frequently reviewed place to stay while exploring Florianopolis.
See Blue Tree Premium FlorianopolisPousada dos Sonhos
Rua Jornalista Haroldo Callado 25, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay herePousada dos Sonhos on Rua Jornalista Haroldo Callado is a 3-star pousada rated 4.6 out of 5 by 1089 guests. The name and the steady stream of reviews suggest a comfortable, welcoming property. It fits couples and small groups looking for a relaxed base with a settled reputation rather than a large resort.
See Pousada dos SonhosBombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi
Rua Bem Te Vi N.141, Florianopolis, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereBombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi offers apartment-style accommodation on Rua Bem Te Vi, with free car parking and a garage, free wifi, family rooms, a games room and a beach nearby. The 3-star apart hotel suits families and longer stays where self-contained space and a car matter. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 519 reviews.
See Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te ViMakkai Resort Bombinhas
R. Pardal 410, Florianopolis, Brasil
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereMakkai Resort Bombinhas is the most amenity-heavy 3-star property here, with bars, a banquet facility, aerobics, a games-focused leisure setup and rooms featuring balconies and baths. A beach nearby and 24 hour security and front desk add convenience. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 368 reviews, it suits guests who want activities and services on site rather than a minimal pousada.
See Makkai Resort BombinhasPousada Hoffmann
Rua Amaro Coelho 157, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay herePousada Hoffmann on Rua Amaro Coelho is a 3-star pousada with a 4.6 out of 5 rating drawn from 191 reviews. Its appeal lies in being a small, well-regarded address rather than a large property. It suits travellers who want a low-key stay and are happy to explore Florianopolis independently.
See Pousada HoffmannPousada Moradas Do Mocambique
Altino Manoel Claudino 634, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay herePousada Moradas Do Mocambique takes its name from the Mocambique area and sits on Altino Manoel Claudino. This 3-star pousada is rated 4.7 out of 5, though from a smaller base of 91 reviews. It is a good match for guests who want a quiet, sparsely reviewed property close to the island's northern beaches.
See Pousada Moradas Do MocambiqueZaya Motel Premium Adults Only
Rodovia José Carlos Dauxa 7115, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereZaya Motel Premium Adults Only on Rodovia José Carlos Dauxa is a 3-star property restricted to adult guests, which makes it unusual on this list. With 784 reviews and a 4.5 out of 5 rating, it suits couples seeking privacy and a stay designed around short, discreet visits rather than family holidays.
See Zaya Motel Premium Adults OnlyHotel Porto Sol Beach
Rua Das Buganvilias, Florianopolis, Brasil
Why stay hereHotel Porto Sol Beach on Rua Das Buganvilias is a 3-star hotel with the largest review base here after the top-rated pousada: 2779 guests have rated it 4.4 out of 5. It suits travellers who prefer a hotel with a beach setting and a long, well-established record of guest feedback over a smaller pousada.
See Hotel Porto Sol Beach
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pousada Barra Da Lagoa | ★★★ | 4.7 | 9,938 |
| Hotel & Pousada Favareto | ★★★ | 4.7 | 1,785 |
| Costa Norte Ingleses | ★★★ | 4.7 | 1,481 |
| Hospedaria Conceitual | ★★★ | 4.8 | 203 |
| Pousada Refugio Costeiro | ★★★ | 4.7 | 555 |
| Pousada Nossa Senhora de Fatima | ★★★ | 4.7 | 368 |
| Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas | ★★★ | 4.7 | 363 |
| Blue Tree Premium Florianopolis | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,582 |
| Pousada dos Sonhos | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,089 |
| Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi | ★★★ | 4.6 | 519 |
| Makkai Resort Bombinhas | ★★★ | 4.6 | 368 |
| Pousada Hoffmann | ★★★ | 4.6 | 191 |
| Pousada Moradas Do Mocambique | ★★★ | 4.7 | 91 |
| Zaya Motel Premium Adults Only | ★★★ | 4.5 | 784 |
| Hotel Porto Sol Beach | ★★★ | 4.4 | 2,779 |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
Top guest ratings
These properties all score 4.7 or 4.8 out of 5. Hospedaria Conceitual leads at 4.8, and Pousada Barra Da Lagoa pairs its 4.7 with 9938 reviews, by far the largest evidence base on this list. Pousada Moradas Do Mocambique holds 4.7 from 91 reviews.
Hospedaria Conceitual · Pousada Barra Da Lagoa · Hotel & Pousada Favareto · Costa Norte Ingleses · Pousada Refugio Costeiro · Pousada Nossa Senhora de Fatima
For families
Pousada Refugio Costeiro lists family rooms, a games room, a garden and free car parking. Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas and Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi both list family rooms and a balcony, and the latter adds free car parking and a garage.
Pousada Refugio Costeiro · Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas · Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi
Beach access
Pousada Refugio Costeiro adds a garden and bars, while Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas and Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi both offer balconies.
Pousada Refugio Costeiro · Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas · Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi · Makkai Resort Bombinhas
Practical extras
For a 24-hour front desk, air conditioning and free wifi, look at Pousada Refugio Costeiro, Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas, Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi and Makkai Resort Bombinhas.
Pousada Refugio Costeiro · Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas · Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi · Makkai Resort Bombinhas
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has the most guest reviews?
Pousada Barra Da Lagoa, with 9938 reviews and a guest rating of 4.7 out of 5. Hotel & Pousada Favareto (1785), Blue Tree Premium Florianopolis (1582) and Costa Norte Ingleses (1481) are the next most reviewed.
Which hotel is the highest rated?
Hospedaria Conceitual scores 4.8 out of 5, the top rating on this list, from 203 reviews. Pousada Barra Da Lagoa, Hotel & Pousada Favareto, Costa Norte Ingleses, Pousada Refugio Costeiro, Pousada Nossa Senhora de Fatima, Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas and Pousada Moradas Do Mocambique all sit at 4.7.
Which hotels offer free parking?
Pousada Refugio Costeiro and Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi both list free car parking. The latter also lists a garage. The other hotels on this list do not publish parking details.
Which hotels are good for families?
Pousada Refugio Costeiro, Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas and Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi all list family rooms. Pousada Refugio Costeiro and Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi also list a games room, and Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas lists family rooms with a balcony and breakfast in room.
Which hotels are close to a beach?
Pousada Refugio Costeiro, Água Marinha de Bombas Bombinhas, Bombinhas Praia Apart Hotel Unidade Bem Te Vi and Makkai Resort Bombinhas all list "Beach nearby" among their facilities. Makkai Resort Bombinhas also lists a balcony, bath and bars.
Which hotel is in the city centre?
Blue Tree Premium Florianopolis, on R. Bocaiuva 2304, is the only hotel on this list with a central city street address. It scores 4.6 out of 5 from 1582 reviews.
Are there hotels here with a pool or spa?
No, none of the hotels on this list publishes a pool or spa among its facilities. Among the properties that do list facilities, the recurring ones are air conditioning, bathroom, cleaning, free wifi and, for some, a balcony, free car parking or a games room.
Which hotel is adults only?
Zaya Motel Premium Adults Only, on Rodovia José Carlos Dauxa 7115, is the only adults-only property on this list. It scores 4.5 out of 5 from 784 reviews.