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Pousada Portas da Amazônia

3.0 star property
Colonial pousada with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi
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Interior entrance
Food court
Hallway

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Rua 28 de Julho, 129 - Centro, Praia Grande, São Luís, MA, 65010-680
  • Place, São Luís Central Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Palace of the Lions
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ponta d'Areia Beach
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sao Luis (SLZ-Marechal Cunha Machado Intl.)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Luxury Room

  • 430 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Double Room Standard with Garden View

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Triple Room Standard with Garden View

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Triple Room Standard

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3

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Design Double Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Design Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Design Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, free WiFi

Design Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

São Luís

Located in Centro Historico, Pousada Portas da Amazônia is next to Amapá Biodiversity Corridor and Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão. This 28-room, 3-star pousada has conveniences like free breakfast, a restaurant, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • São Luís Central Market - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Palace of the Lions - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • House of Maranhao - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ponta d'Areia Beach - 12 min drive - 3.6 miles

Getting around

  • Anjo da Guarda Station - 17 min drive
  • Sao Luis (SLZ-Marechal Cunha Machado Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flor De Vinagreira - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Cachorro Quente do Souza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Escola SENAC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafofinho da Tia Dica - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Caçarola Bistrô - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Pousada Portas da Amazônia

Colonial pousada with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
A local mainstay since 1835, Pousada Portas da Amazônia offers free WiFi in public areas, express check-in, and express check-out. Airport transportation is made easy with a shuttle from the airport to the hotel. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a garden.
32-inch LED TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Other amenities include minibars, safes, and wardrobes or closets.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Airport pick-up shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1835
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for BRL 60.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Rollaway bed fee: BRL 60.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM—-12:30 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking in and out are easy with express services. For convenient arrivals, you can take advantage of the airport pick-up service (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present—in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo—a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Pousada Portas da Amazônia House Sao Luis
Pousada Portas da Amazônia House
Pousada Portas da Amazônia Sao Luis
Pousada Portas da Amazônia
Portas da Amazônia Sao Luis
Portas da Amazônia
Portas Da Amazonia Brazil
Pousada Portas da Amazônia São Luís
Pousada Portas da Amazônia Pousada (Brazil)
Pousada Portas da Amazônia Pousada (Brazil) São Luís

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

Pousada Portas da Amazônia offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pousada Portas da Amazônia on Nov 8, 2025 start from $48.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What can I see within easy reach of Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

This pousada is situated in Centro Historico, just steps from Centro de História Natural e Arqueologia do Maranhão and São Luís Central Market, and within a short walk of House of Maranhao. You'll also find Palace of the Lions and Maranhao History and Art Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

No, this pousada doesn't offer parking.

Does Pousada Portas da Amazônia feature a casino?

No, Pousada Portas da Amazônia doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

No, there is no indoor pool at this pousada.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

Couples staying at this pousada will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a restaurant and a restaurant bar.

Are there hot tubs at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

No, this pousada doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Pousada Portas da Amazônia have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Pousada Portas da Amazônia serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Pousada Portas da Amazônia allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Pousada Portas da Amazônia.

Are there connecting rooms at Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this pousada.

Where is the closest airport to Pousada Portas da Amazônia?

The closest major airport to Pousada Portas da Amazônia is Sao Luis (SLZ-Marechal Cunha Machado Intl.), which is 7.8 mi away (21 minutes by car).

Reviews

Pousada Portas da Amazônia Reviews

7.4

Good

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 54 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Frank

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
M
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lheiner

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property has a lot potential however their do need to better some important items,the breakfast is very poor and their need to upgrade where flies won’t be all over the food ,also because the heat and flies the place needs fans , other then that when we went there was under construction so is normal not to be everything do way we expect but stuffs was very friendly and like I mention when the place is completed reformed is very unique . This is a good criticism ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Mark, Kent

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
My Niece and I only stayed here 1 night, old saying, "you pays your money, you takes your choice, pictures make it look grand, maybe many years ago! as for staff speaking French/English etc etc, they must have all been off. Put in a wash to be done, had to ask 4 times when it would be ready, as we were checking out, came back WET, and found out later that Traveling towel was missing. If you want cheap local. this is for you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pousada Portas da Amazônia was a nice experience in the historical area of São Luís. It was great to stay here and see the historical part of the city. The food served was good and the pousada had a lot of historical details. There are a lot of options within walking distance to eat, shop, and other activities. We loved seeing the history from the city firsthand.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mariana

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A propriedade é muito bonita e bem conservada. Os atendentes foram atenciosos e educados. O Centro Histórico de São Luís está abandonado, mas ainda é um lugar lindo e cheio de cultura.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful colonial building
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

ELIO

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Essa eh a primeira pousada/hotel que visito em minha vida em que tive que comprar sabão para poder tomar banho. Tb não havia shampoo nos banheiros. Toalha de rosto estava encardida. Parede do quarto estava suja próxima a cabeceira (precisa de nova pintura). Esperava mais pelo preço pago.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

6/10 Okay

Gerda, Lynbrook

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is fine, the breakfast is ok, the staff is friendly. The problem is that the pousada is on a street with no car access. The is not disclose when I make the reservation. The taxi left the guesses 2 blocks away, and this is a bad situation because we have to carry our baggage in the street. Next day we have a pickup for to go to Barreirinhas and again the problem, we have to drag our luggage 4 blocks away because no cars at the street. Never more i will stay or recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful place! Great Location! Highly Recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Wesley

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place!

Great place and location to explore and experience São Luís. Most definitely I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosalia, Hawaii

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I Loved the rustic rooms and the antique ambiance that I experienced at this beautiful hotel!! Nestled in a sweet little town in São Luis, on a beautiful cobblestone road that took me back in time to a moment when life was more simple and peaceful! I will definitely be staying here again when I return to Brazil!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in the historical centre and it’s a very nice old building. However, there is a bar directly below, still in the hotel which is very loud and it goes all night. Really don’t know what they thought that was a good idea.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Great Location
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Joanne

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Poor Hotel and would never recommend

I stayed with my husband and in laws before heading to Lençois. The hotel is located within the historical town. The historical town is charming however very run down. So do not expect too much. Quite a few people on the streets however that is not too bad. If the hotel was nice and comfortable you could put up with the location. The rooms are dirty and poorly maintained. We changed room once and my in laws changed three times. There was black tape on the shower tap so you do not electrocute yourself! Honestly it is a bit shocking. The staff are in over their heads, trying to help but do not! The lobby is dark and smells like cat urine. The breakfast is poor. There were flies over the cut fruit, and the staff just waved their hands over it to move the flies on - DISGRACEFUL! The most frustrating part is that the hotel building could be beautiful. It has so much potential but is run down and poorly managed. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Close to historic district

Great culture, food, bars nearby. Live music many nights. This is not a quiet getaway, you are in the center of a lively entertainment district so don't complain about musicians making "noise."
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great comfortable stay In colonial style!

Beautiful colonial building! Nice breakfast :)

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely historic building.

Front rooms lovely, very quiet street, as no cars allowed.

10/10 Excellent

KB, Sao Paulo, Brazil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stunning historic mansion in centro

The pousada is very well located in the historic core. The attached pizzeria was delicious. The pousada is on a pedestrian-only street which may be a consideration if you are arriving late at night. I heard that it becomes very loud on Friday and Saturday nights but the area felt a bit abandoned when we arrived Sunday night. The building is gorgeous, with insanely tall ceilings and a lovely courtyard. Breakfast was good. Room was clean and comfortable though we had a dripping tap. Our room was at the back of the pousada so it was very quiet.

8/10 Good

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROGERIO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo custo benefício, boa localização (bem no centro antigo). Atendeu as minhas expectativas
Stayed 1 night in May 2025