Itaipava Travel Guide

Petrópolis

A historic building with a large arched entrance, pointed towers, and a banner reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPA.'
A historic stone castle with two towers, a grand entrance, and ivy-covered walls.
A castle-like building with a sign reading 'CASILLO DE ITAPAVA' and a large wooden gate.
A historic castle with two towers, a large entrance, and surrounding greenery.
A mountainous landscape with a prominent peak, a village with houses on the slopes, and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Itaipava attractions

Itapaiva Castle

8.6/10 (74 reviews)
Find out about the history of Petrópolis when you spend time at Itapaiva Castle. Wander the rainforest or discover the area's mountain views.
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Things to do

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Rp740.390
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full Day Excursion to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
21 - Guided Tour to the Imperial City of Petrópolis with Lunch

Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch

Rp1.437.280
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Guided Tour to the Imperial Cida of Petrópolis with Lunch
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch

Rp1.015.884
per adult
Imperial Petrópolis - Historic Tour + Teresa Street and Lunch
City Tour Petropolis

Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro

Rp1.225.949
per adult
Day Trip to Petrópolis from Rio de Janeiro
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option

Rp808.470
per adult
Petrópolis City Tour with Lunch and Bohemia Brewery Option
Imperial Museum in Brazil

Petropolis Day Tour

Rp1.167.790
per adult
Petropolis Day Tour
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Top hotels in Itaipava

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia

3.5 out of 5
BR 040, Km 56 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp765.413 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
Rp765.413
Rp872.571 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,148 reviews)
"Hotel layout and structure nice , however cleaning was poor and so was breakfast which was below standards. Staff not helpful"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Castelo de Itaipava - Hotel, Eventos e Gastronomia
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava

3.5 out of 5
Estrada Correia da Veiga, 873 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp636.349 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp636.349
Rp732.250 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Bomtempo Itaipava
Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel

3 out of 5
Estrada Uniao Industria, 10126 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp608.963 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp608.963
Rp621.142 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Shopping Vilarejo Itaipava and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal ...
8.2/10 Very good! (392 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 21 May 2026

Kastel Itaipava Centro Hotel
Wood House

Wood House

2.5 out of 5
R. Crescêncio Costa 125 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp735.491 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp735.491
Rp750.201 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park ...
6.4/10 (250 reviews)
"MUITO SIMPLES, LIMPO, INFELIZMENTE NAO PUDE TOMAR CAFE DA MANHA POIS TINHA QUE SAIR EM TORNO DE 08;00HS, E A O CAFE DA MANHÃ SERIA SÓ APÓS AS 08;30, E NA RECEPEÇÃO TAMBÉM, O ATENDIMENTO, SÓ APÓS AS 08;30HS"

Reviewed on 30 Oct 2026

Wood House
Pousada Tankamana

Pousada Tankamana

4 out of 5
Est. Júlio Capua, 0 Petrópolis RJ
The price is Rp3.296.301 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp3.296.301
Rp3.698.414 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly pousada in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Itapaiva Castle and Centro Cultural ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (493 reviews)
"My wife and I celebrated our anniversary at Tankaman. We stayed at the Cabin with Spa inside and what a treat! Beautiful property, with natural swimming pool, steam sauna, "ufuro", etc. The staff is very well trained and available to pretty much do anything you want after a short phone call of WhatsApp ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Pousada Tankamana
Ninho da Arara

Ninho da Arara

2.5 out of 5
Rod. Philuvio Cerqueira Rodrigues Petrópolis Rio de Janeiro
The price is Rp1.803.045 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.803.045
Rp1.839.106 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Petrópolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and on-site spa services. Popular attractions Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park and Shopping ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
"Ficamos num chalé com três camas ,, tinha uma varanda com rede, uma paz, um silêncio, o atendimento do"

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Ninho da Arara
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Where to stay in Itaipava

Find the best Itaipava areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge, a church with a tall spire, and a forested hill in the background.

Historic Center

Historic Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Imperial Museum and Palace of Grão-Pará.

A mountain range with clouds at sunset.

Araras

If you're spending some time in Araras, Itaipava Market and Mayor Paulo Rattes Municipal Park are top sights worth seeing.

A brick building labeled 'NOGUEIRA' with a train track in front.

Nogueira

While visiting Nogueira, you might make a stop by sights like Centro Cultural Estação Nogueira and Nogueira Lake.

A large castle with a lake in front, surrounded by greenery and hills.

Quitandinha

Travellers like the historical sites in Quitandinha, and Quintandinha Palace is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A mountain range with a prominent peak, surrounded by clouds and vegetation.

Pedro do Rio

If you're spending some time in Pedro do Rio, Centro Cultural Celina de Oliveira Barbosa and Piabanha River are top sights worth seeing.

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