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3-star hotels in Penha
This shortlist gathers 3-star hotels in Penha, each rated between 4.8 and 5.0 by guests. It is for couples, families and business travellers who want a well-reviewed base near the beach without going above three stars.
Staying in Penha
Penha is a coastal town in Santa Catarina, known in Brazil above all for its beaches and for the theme park that draws visitors from across the country. For a visitor, the town works as a beach break with easy days on the sand and an evening stroll for seafood. The hotels on this shortlist sit in and around Armação and the streets off Avenida Eugênio Krause, a short hop from the shoreline, and a few are on the quieter inland streets of the town.
The mix suits different travellers. Couples get small pousadas with balconies and quiet gardens; families get family rooms, cots and, in several cases, games rooms and babysitting. Business travellers have a business centre and banquet space at a couple of addresses, while short-break visitors will find the beach-nearby options along Avenida Eugênio Krause and Rua Pedro Ferreira the most convenient. With guest ratings of 4.8 to 5.0, every hotel here has a strong recent record.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Pousada Espindola
Rua Pedro Ferreira 65Armação, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Espindola sits on Rua Pedro Ferreira in Armação, a short hop from the beach. Families will appreciate the family rooms and the cot, and the 24-hour front desk means someone is always on hand. Breakfast is included, and free WiFi keeps everyone connected. With 562 reviews and a 4.9 rating, it is a well-loved base for exploring Penha.
See Pousada EspindolaPousada Doluar
Avenida Eugênio Krause Armação 4114, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Business trips
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePousada Doluar on Avenida Eugênio Krause in Armação combines beach proximity with practical comforts: air conditioning, a balcony for fresh air, and a cot for younger guests. Rated 4.9 from 520 reviews, it works well for both families and professionals.
See Pousada DoluarPousada Bela Lisboa
Rua Nestor João Pinto 100, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePousada Bela Lisboa on Rua Nestor João Pinto offers a comfortable stay with a buffet, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Family rooms and a balcony make it a good fit for those traveling with children, and the bathrobe and bath add a touch of comfort. Rated 4.9 from 439 reviews, it appeals to guests who want a relaxed, well-appointed base in Penha.
See Pousada Bela LisboaPousada Costa Container
Rua Maria Gonzaga Cunha 20, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePousada Costa Container on Rua Maria Gonzaga Cunha brings a garden setting and beach access together. Rooms have air conditioning and a balcony, and families are catered for with family rooms and a bidet in the bathroom. Free WiFi and housekeeping round out the essentials. With a 4.9 rating from 390 reviews, it suits those who want greenery and the sea close by.
See Pousada Costa ContainerPousada Vivenda dos Açores
289 Rua Tijucas, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePousada Vivenda dos Açores on Rua Tijucas is a practical choice with free car parking and express check-in, handy for road-trippers. Family rooms and high chairs make it friendly for young children, while air conditioning, a desk, and free WiFi cover the basics. Coffee is available, and the 4.9 rating from 380 reviews reflects consistent guest satisfaction.
See Pousada Vivenda dos AçoresEcomarine Apart Hotel
Rua Luiz Hunger 57, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereEcomarine Apart Hotel on Rua Luiz Hunger has a perfect 5.0 rating from 152 reviews, the highest on this list. It sits near the beach and offers a garden, air conditioning, and free car parking. Express check-in speeds up arrival, and family rooms plus free WiFi make it easy for groups. A strong pick for travelers who value a spotless, well-rated stay.
See Ecomarine Apart HotelSolar Pedra da Ilha
Rua Goias 669 Sala 02 Rua Goias 669 Sala 02, Penha, Brasil
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSolar Pedra da Ilha on Rua Goias is the largest property here by review count, with 2566 reviews and a 4.8 rating. It offers a wide range of facilities including a bar, buffet, concierge, and 24-hour security, plus babysitting service for parents. Air conditioning and beach proximity add to the appeal. It suits guests who want plenty of on-site options and a lively atmosphere.
See Solar Pedra da IlhaPousada Armação das Baleias
Rua Tijucas 204, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Parking
- Breakfast
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePousada Armação das Baleias on Rua Tijucas keeps things simple with breakfast, a buffet, and free WiFi. Laundry service and luggage storage are useful for longer stays or early arrivals, and parking is available. Rated 4.9 from 191 reviews, it is a solid choice for travelers who want a straightforward, well-regarded base without extra frills.
See Pousada Armação das BaleiasPousada Rosália
Rua Inácio Francisco De Souza 208, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Rosália on Rua Inácio Francisco De Souza pairs beach proximity with a garden and free car parking. Family rooms, air conditioning, and a balcony make it comfortable for groups, and the barber/beauty salon is a handy on-site extra. Free WiFi and a hairdryer in the bathroom round things off. A 4.8 rating from 481 reviews speaks to its reliability.
See Pousada RosáliaPousada Dom Marujo
478 Rua Júlia Da Costa Flores, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAir conditioning, a balcony, and a desk suit both leisure and work travelers, while family rooms and free WiFi cover the essentials. Coffee is available, and the 4.8 rating from 328 reviews makes it a dependable choice for a Penha stay.
See Pousada Dom MarujoPousada Dona Elena
R. Inácio Francisco De Souza 616, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Dona Elena on R. Inácio Francisco De Souza is a compact, well-rated option with a 4.9 score from 136 reviews. It offers free car parking and a garage, plus non-smoking rooms and family rooms. Air conditioning and free WiFi keep things comfortable, and the beach is nearby. It suits guests who want a quiet, straightforward place to stay.
See Pousada Dona ElenaPousada Mar de Luna
4849 Av. Eugênio Krause, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Mar de Luna on Av. Eugênio Krause combines a garden with beach proximity. Family rooms, air conditioning, and free car parking make it practical for those traveling by car, while free WiFi and a hairdryer add convenience. Housekeeping keeps things tidy. With a 4.9 rating from 132 reviews, it is a calm base for a Penha visit.
See Pousada Mar de LunaHotel Balneário do Parque
595 Rua Valdomiro Bernardes, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereHotel Balneário do Parque on Rua Valdomiro Bernardes offers a games room, banquet facilities, and 24-hour security. Air conditioning, a balcony, and family rooms make it comfortable for groups, and the beach is nearby. Free car parking and free WiFi are included. Rated 4.8 from 229 reviews, it works for families who want on-site entertainment and easy access to the coast.
See Hotel Balneário do ParquePousada Alegria do Cowboy
498 Rua João Mariano Furtado, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePousada Alegria do Cowboy on Rua João Mariano Furtado provides express check-in, free car parking, and a garden. Non-smoking rooms and family rooms suit a range of travelers, and air conditioning, a minibar, and free WiFi cover the essentials. Laundry service is available for longer stays. A 4.8 rating from 222 reviews makes it a reliable pick.
See Pousada Alegria do CowboyPousada Sol de Maria
R. Elói Adriano 38, Penha, Brasil
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePousada Sol de Maria on R. Air conditioning, a minibar, and free WiFi are provided, along with free car parking and non-smoking rooms. Housekeeping keeps the property fresh. Rated 4.8 from 218 reviews, it suits families and couples seeking a simple, well-located stay.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pousada Espindola | ★★★ | 4.9 | 562 | – | Yes |
| Pousada Doluar | ★★★ | 4.9 | 520 | – | – |
| Pousada Bela Lisboa | ★★★ | 4.9 | 439 | – | – |
| Pousada Costa Container | ★★★ | 4.9 | 390 | – | – |
| Pousada Vivenda dos Açores | ★★★ | 4.9 | 380 | Yes | – |
| Ecomarine Apart Hotel | ★★★ | 5.0 | 152 | Yes | – |
| Solar Pedra da Ilha | ★★★ | 4.8 | 2,566 | – | – |
| Pousada Armação das Baleias | ★★★ | 4.9 | 191 | Yes | Yes |
| Pousada Rosália | ★★★ | 4.8 | 481 | Yes | – |
| Pousada Dom Marujo | ★★★ | 4.8 | 328 | – | – |
| Pousada Dona Elena | ★★★ | 4.9 | 136 | Yes | – |
| Pousada Mar de Luna | ★★★ | 4.9 | 132 | Yes | – |
| Hotel Balneário do Parque | ★★★ | 4.8 | 229 | Yes | – |
| Pousada Alegria do Cowboy | ★★★ | 4.8 | 222 | Yes | – |
| Pousada Sol de Maria | ★★★ | 4.8 | 218 | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels list family rooms, and several add cots, high chairs, games rooms or babysitting. Pousada Espindola and Pousada Doluar both offer cots and family rooms, while Hotel Balneário do Parque adds a games room and Solar Pedra da Ilha provides babysitting. Pousada Dom Marujo and Pousada Alegria do Cowboy are also family-room options.
Pousada Espindola · Pousada Doluar · Pousada Bela Lisboa · Pousada Costa Container · Hotel Balneário do Parque · Pousada Dom Marujo
For couples
Couples tend to prefer the smaller pousadas with balconies, baths and gardens. Pousada Bela Lisboa has balconies, baths and bathrobes; Pousada Costa Container and Pousada Mar de Luna offer balconies and gardens; Pousada Dona Elena and Pousada Armação das Baleias keep things simple with beach access nearby and parking.
Pousada Bela Lisboa · Pousada Costa Container · Pousada Mar de Luna · Pousada Dona Elena · Pousada Armação das Baleias
For business travellers
Pousada Doluar has a business centre, banquet space, copying and desks, which makes it the clearest fit for work trips. Solar Pedra da Ilha adds a concierge, a bar and 24-hour security, while Pousada Dom Marujo provides banquet space, desks, 24-hour security and express check-in for guests who need to keep moving.
Closest to the beach
Beach nearby is listed at these hotels, and several sit right by the shoreline roads. Pousada Espindola is on Rua Pedro Ferreira in Armação, while Pousada Doluar and Pousada Mar de Luna are both on Avenida Eugênio Krause. Pousada Costa Container, Hotel Balneário do Parque and Pousada Rosália also mention the beach nearby.
Pousada Espindola · Pousada Doluar · Pousada Costa Container · Pousada Mar de Luna · Hotel Balneário do Parque · Pousada Rosália
Where to stay in Penha
Armação
Armação is the stretch of Penha closest to the water, with the beach and the main seafront roads. Pousada Espindola sits on Rua Pedro Ferreira and Pousada Doluar on Avenida Eugênio Krause, both in this district, so guests here are a short step from the sand and the promenade.
Our picks here: Pousada Doluar
Avenida Eugênio Krause
Pousada Doluar is at number 4114 and Pousada Mar de Luna at 4849, both with beach nearby, making this the address to pick if you want the sea on your doorstep.
Our picks here: Pousada Doluar
Rua Tijucas
Rua Tijucas is a quieter residential street a little back from the seafront. Pousada Vivenda dos Açores is at 289 and Pousada Armação das Baleias at 204, both offering parking and free Wi-Fi, which suits guests who want calm nights and don't mind being a few minutes from the beach.
Our picks here: Pousada Vivenda dos Açores · Pousada Armação das Baleias
Rua Inácio Francisco De Souza
Pousada Rosália is at 208 and Pousada Dona Elena at 616, both listing family rooms, free parking and the beach nearby, so this is a practical address for families touring the coast by car.
Our picks here: Pousada Rosália
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Penha?
Pousada Espindola on Rua Pedro Ferreira and Pousada Doluar on Avenida Eugênio Krause sit in Armação, the part of town nearest the beach and the main seafront. Both list beach nearby, so they are the most central of this shortlist for seafront access.
Do these hotels have parking?
Several do. Free car parking is listed at Pousada Vivenda dos Açores, Ecomarine Apart Hotel, Pousada Rosália, Pousada Dona Elena, Pousada Mar de Luna, Hotel Balneário do Parque, Pousada Alegria do Cowboy and Pousada Sol de Maria. Pousada Armação das Baleias lists parking, while Pousada Doluar and Solar Pedra da Ilha do not mention it.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
Family rooms are listed at Pousada Espindola, Pousada Doluar, Pousada Bela Lisboa, Pousada Costa Container, Pousada Vivenda dos Açores, Ecomarine Apart Hotel, Pousada Rosália, Pousada Dom Marujo, Pousada Dona Elena, Pousada Mar de Luna, Hotel Balneário do Parque, Pousada Alegria do Cowboy and Pousada Sol de Maria. Pousada Espindola and Pousada Doluar also provide cots, and Solar Pedra da Ilha offers babysitting.
Which hotel in Penha has the highest guest rating?
Ecomarine Apart Hotel has a guest rating of 5.0 out of 5 from 152 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. It is followed by Pousada Espindola, Pousada Doluar, Pousada Bela Lisboa, Pousada Costa Container, Pousada Vivenda dos Açores, Pousada Armação das Baleias, Pousada Dona Elena and Pousada Mar de Luna, all rated 4.9.
Do any of these hotels have a pool or spa?
No hotel on this shortlist lists a pool or spa among its facilities. The closest leisure facilities are the games room at Hotel Balneário do Parque, babysitting and aerobics at Solar Pedra da Ilha, and the barbers and beauty salon at Pousada Rosália.
Do these hotels allow pets?
None of the 3-star hotels on this shortlist lists pets among its facilities. If travelling with an animal, you would need to check directly with the pousada, as the data here only records air conditioning, Wi-Fi, parking and similar amenities.
Which hotels offer breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Pousada Espindola, while Pousada Bela Lisboa, Pousada Armação das Baleias and Solar Pedra da Ilha list a buffet, and Pousada Sol de Maria also offers a buffet. Pousada Doluar, Pousada Vivenda dos Açores, Ecomarine Apart Hotel, Pousada Dom Marujo and Pousada Mar de Luna list coffee.
Which hotels have a 24-hour front desk?
Pousada Espindola, Solar Pedra da Ilha and Hotel Balneário do Parque all list a 24-hour front desk. Others offer express check-in instead, including Pousada Vivenda dos Açores, Ecomarine Apart Hotel, Pousada Dom Marujo and Pousada Alegria do Cowboy.