Areia Preta Travel Guide

Natal

Popular places to visit

Ponta Negra Beach showing a coastal town, a sandy beach and a skyscraper

Ponta Negra Beach

Gaze up at Natal’s most famous dune on the southern end of this beach. Visit its many stalls, bars and restaurants.

Ponta Negra Beach
Ponta Negra Beach showing general coastal views and a coastal town

Morro do Careca

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Morro do Careca during your travels in Natal?

Morro do Careca
Meio Beach

Meio Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Meio Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Natal.

Meio Beach
Redinha Beach featuring tropical scenes, kayaking or canoeing and a sandy beach

Redinha Beach

Stroll down the pier for a view of the bridge that hovers over this scenic beach. Enjoy its lively atmosphere and local fried fish delicacy.

Redinha Beach
Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte during your travels in Natal. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte
Dunes Park

Dunes Park

Explore the great outdoors at Dunes Park, a lovely green space in Natal. Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.

Dunes Park

Things to do

Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef

Rp1.592.344
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Excursion to Maracajaú & Parrachos Reef
Galinos Beach on a sunny day

Tour To Galinhos

Rp894.575
per adult
Tour To Galinhos
Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal

Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal

Rp325.756
per adult
Pipa Beach Tour - Leaving Natal
Barra de Punaú Tour - Departing from Natal

Barra de Punaú Tour - Departing from Natal

Rp340.563
per adult
Barra de Punaú Tour - Departing from Natal
From Natal: Genipabu Dunes Buggy Adventure

From Natal: Genipabu Dunes Buggy Adventure

Rp799.583
per adult
From Natal: Genipabu Dunes Buggy Adventure
Barra Do Cunhaú Beach Tour

Barra Do Cunhaú Beach Tour

Rp455.420
per adult
Barra Do Cunhaú Beach Tour
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Top hotels in Areia Preta

Natal Praia Hotel
Natal Praia Hotel
3 out of 5
Av. Gov. Silvio Pedroza, 19, Natal, RN
The price is Rp400.917 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp400.917
Rp463.040 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Artist's Beach and Handicrafts Fair ...
7.6/10 Good! (560 reviews)
"Tour company promoted at the hotel did a good sand dunes tour at a discount No english spoken"

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2024

Natal Praia Hotel
Hotel Paraíso Natal
Hotel Paraíso Natal
3 out of 5
Av. Governador Silvio Pedroza 34, Areia Preta, Natal, RN
The price is Rp450.154 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp450.154
Rp472.662 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (396 reviews)
"Malo por dónde se lo mire, se nota que se quedó en el tiempo, las instalaciones son viejas descuidadas, muchas no funcionan, la cama y sábanas re viejas, el desayuno muy básico, no tienen ni un ventilador en el comedor, tremendo calor cuando se desayuna, lo rescatable es la ubicación que caminando ..."

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2024

Hotel Paraíso Natal
Hotel Italia Beach
Hotel Italia Beach
3 out of 5
Av Gov Silvio Pedrosa, 26, Natal, RN
The price is Rp1.223.437 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
Rp1.223.437
Rp1.284.609 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Natal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions Artist's Beach and Handicrafts Fair of Artists ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (121 reviews)
"Excellent value for the money! Clean, basic, breakfast, pool, English speaking staff. Highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 22 Jan 2020

Hotel Italia Beach
Rede Andrade Bello Mare
Rede Andrade Bello Mare
3 out of 5
Av. Eng. Roberto Freire, 4917, Praia de Ponta Negra, Natal, RN
The price is Rp335.810 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
Rp335.810
Rp352.601 total
24 Jun - 25 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (843 reviews)
"There are only 12 parking spots."

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2025

Rede Andrade Bello Mare
Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
5 out of 5
Avenida Senador Dinarte Mariz 6045, Via Costeira Ponta negra, Natal, RN
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Natal. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"muito bom hotel limpo"

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2025

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Serhs Natal Grand Hotel & Resort
Kristie Resort
Kristie Resort
4 out of 5
Av Engenheiro Roberto Freire, 5464, Natal, RN
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Natal. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"This hotel is very good! Great location and great staff, only the front desk guy at the check out was kind off rude, I told him that they didn’t put our name at the distem since yesterday and he completely ignore me! No apologies, nothing! The staff at the breakfast and the pool bar area was amazing! ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Areia Preta

Natal showing a skyscraper, a coastal town and general coastal views

Petrópolis

You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Petrópolis. You might want to make time for a stop at Dunes Park or Museu Camara Cascudo.

Petrópolis
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Praia do Meio

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Praia do Meio. You might want to make time for a stop at Meio Beach or Handicrafts Fair of Artists Beach/Meio Beach.

Praia do Meio
Alberto Maranhao Theater which includes interior views and theatre scenes

Natal Centro

While visiting Natal Centro, you might make a stop by sights like Alberto Maranhao Theater and Natal City Hall.

Natal Centro
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Tirol

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Tirol. You might want to make time for a stop at Midway Shopping Mall or Dunes Park.

Tirol
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Alecrim

Travellers like the monuments in Alecrim, and Sao Pedro Church is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Alecrim
Newton Navarro Bridge which includes a bridge and night scenes

Redinha

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Redinha. You might want to make time for a stop at Redinha Beach or Newton Navarro Bridge.

Redinha

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