Ponta dos Castelhanos Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Lauren Piper
Photo by Lauren Piper

Popular places to visit

Angra dos Reis showing a sandy beach, swimming and general coastal views

Praia Grande

Delight in the stunning views of tropical landscapes, visit idyllic islands and take part in vibrant New Year celebrations at this popular beach.

Praia Grande
Angra dos Reis Port showing a bay or harbour

Angra dos Reis Port

Watch the lively shipyard action take place at this busy port, see local fishermen at work and dine at casual waterfront restaurants.

Angra dos Reis Port
Laboratorio Beach featuring general coastal views

Laboratorio Beach

Enjoy the soothing sensation of the warm water at this secluded beach, which lies beside a pair of nuclear reactors.

Laboratorio Beach
Anil Beach showing a sandy beach, wild flowers and general coastal views

Anil Beach

Come to this urban beach to enjoy picturesque views of islands and mountains and marvel at a group of huge statues.

Anil Beach
Abraao Beach which includes general coastal views and a bay or harbour

Abraão Beach

Embark on a boat tour from the wooden pier and relax at the tables of upscale restaurant spilling onto this beach.

Abraão Beach
Figueira Beach showing tropical scenes, a beach and general coastal views

Figueira Beach

Descend the tall staircase to this sheltered bay, stay at an inn and take a kayak out on the water.

Figueira Beach

Activities

Speedboat Tour to the Paradise Islands of Angra dos Reis with Lunch

Speedboat Tour to the Paradise Islands of Angra dos Reis with Lunch

AU$141
per adult
Speedboat Tour to the Paradise Islands of Angra dos Reis with Lunch
Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch

Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch

AU$83
per adult
Ilha Grande with Boat Tour and Lunch
Discover Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Included Lunch

Discover Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Included Lunch

AU$103
per adult
Discover Angra Dos Reis and Ilha Grande with Included Lunch
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch

Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch

AU$62
per adult
Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis with Lunch
Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande All Inclusive Tour

Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande + Boat trip + Lunch

AU$149
per adult
Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande + Boat trip + Lunch
25 - Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

25 - Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande

AU$120
per adult
25 - Full Day Tour to Angra dos Reis and Ilha Grande
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Our pick of the best Ponta dos Castelhanos Hotel Deals

Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
4 out of 5
Estrada Do Marinas, 111 Praia do Jardim, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is AU$204 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$204
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Piratas Mall and Marina Piratas ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (937 reviews)
"I like the property and the personnel."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

Hotel Nacional Inn Angra dos Reis
Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
4.5 out of 5
Estrada Vereador Benedito Adelino, 8413, Fazenda Tangua, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury property in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Tanguazinho Beach and Ecologic ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (652 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 24 Nov. 2024

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Vila Gale Eco Resort de Angra - All Inclusive
VELINN Pousada Angra Sunset
VELINN Pousada Angra Sunset
3 out of 5
R. Ilha dos Coqueiros 35, Angra dos Reis, RJ
The price is AU$82 per night from 27 June to 28 June
AU$82
27 June - 28 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a private beach. Popular attractions Marina Ribeira and Enseada Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (82 reviews)
"the houses were looking lovely on the internet and the house itself was clean and well maintained but it is more a hotel of value of 200 /300 reales per night. no more. the bed was cheap and terrible. the sheets were as thin as they could possible be and we didn't feel comfortable when we entered ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jan. 2024

VELINN Pousada Angra Sunset
Pousada Ancoradouro
Pousada Ancoradouro
3 out of 5
Praia do Abraao, 121 - Area A1, Angra dos Reis
Stay at this 3-star beach pousada in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Praia do Recanto and Praia da Júlia ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (120 reviews)
Fabulous stay on Ilha Grande!
"We had a wonderful stay at Pousada Ancoradouro! The front desk staff were excellent, so friendly and helpful. The sea room was fabulous, and we had a drink on it looking out at the sea. The garden too is a great spot to read a book or have a drink. They also provide beach chairs that you can take ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025

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Pousada Ancoradouro
Hotel Porto Real
Hotel Porto Real
3.5 out of 5
Rodovia Rio Santos Km 450, Mangaratiba, RJ
The price is AU$135 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$135
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Mangaratiba. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Conceição de Jacareí Beach and Praia ...
7.4/10 Good! (256 reviews)
"Great place to stay and relax"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Hotel Porto Real
Angra Beach Hotel
Angra Beach Hotel
4 out of 5
Rua Jose Watanabe, 111, Parque das Palmeiras, Angra dos Reis, RJ
The price is AU$108 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$108
29 June - 30 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2025

Angra Beach Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ponta dos Castelhanos

Abraao Beach showing a beach, a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Vila do Abraão

Vila do Abraão is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Abraão Beach and Abraão Cove.

Vila do Abraão
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Portogalo

While Portogalo isn't home to many top sights, Sororoca Beach and Praia de Garatucaia are some notable places to visit nearby.

Portogalo
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Ponta Leste

If you're spending some time in Ponta Leste, Naufragos do Aquidaba Monument and Praia do Sol are top sights worth seeing.

Ponta Leste
Biscaia Beach featuring a beach, general coastal views and tropical scenes

Biscaia

While visiting Biscaia, you might make a stop by sights like Whale Beach and Biscaia Beach.

Biscaia
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Verolme

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Verolme and surrounding area, you can visit Eguas Beach and Verolme Beach.

Verolme
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Mombaça

Though Mombaça may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Cataguás Island and Mombaca Beach.

Mombaça

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