Prainha Travel Guide
Arraial do Cabo
Popular places to visit
Prainha Beach
Bathe in glorious waters, hike to secluded coves and enjoy wonderful views from the seafront bars at this central beach.
Hermes Barcellos Public Park
Escape the beach crowds and enjoy an early morning or evening stroll around the lake of this municipal park located on the edge of downtown Arraial do Cabo.
Atalaia Viewpoint
Magnificent sea views and glorious sunsets reward those that hike, bike and drive to this hilltop lookout. Have your camera poised to snap postcard-worthy photos of incredible coastal landscapes.
Praia Grande
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia Grande during your trip to Arraial do Cabo? While you're in the area, stroll along the beaches.
Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall
Use this administrative seat as a good starting point for exploring the attractions of the city away from its famous beaches.
Forno Port
At the northern end of Dos Anjos Beach is a busy maritime port, fisherman’s marina and passenger ferry terminal that commands a picturesque setting overlooking a pretty city beach
Things to do
Full-Day Arraial do Cabo Tour with Lunch from Rio de Janeiro
A day in Arraial do Cabo the Brazilian Caribbean
Arraial do Cabo Full-Day Tour: Brazilian Caribe departing from Rio de Janeiro
Top hotels in Prainha
Pousada Xerxes
I liked the staff and the room was nice. In a good location, with parking. The breakfast was good too. You get some good exercise walking up the hill to the hotel.. ;)
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2025
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Not clean at all. Bad smells throughout the hotel, not hot water, hotel staff trying to get into our room without our permission, parking is too expensive.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2025
Arraial do Cabo - Prainha
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches
Reviewed on 9 Jul 2024
Búzios Beach Resort by WAM Experience
Estuvimos tres días en julio. Todo estuvo perfecto, el servicio, la habitación bien amplia, la piscina, el desayuno. Nada que corregir.
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025
Sailing Hotel & Spa
I had a wonderful stay at this hotel. From the moment I arrived, the service was exceptional—every staff member was friendly, attentive, and genuinely committed to making my stay comfortable. As a woman travelling alone, feeling safe is incredibly important, and this hotel exceeded my expectations. ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Prainha
Praia dos Anjos
While Praia dos Anjos isn't home to many top sights, Forno Beach and Anjos Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Arraial do Cabo Centro
While visiting Arraial do Cabo Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Arraial do Cabo Municipal City Hall and Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium.
Taio
If you're spending some time in Taio, Anjos Beach and Daniel Barreto de Marco Square are top sights worth seeing.
Praia Grande
If you're spending some time in Praia Grande, Praia Grande and Flávia Alessandra Statue are top sights worth seeing.
