Vila do Abraão

Angra dos Reis
Abraao Beach featuring a bay or harbor, general coastal views and a beach
Vila do Abraao which includes food and general coastal views
Vila do Abraão which includes signage and a small town or village
Vila do Abraao featuring a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Vila do Abraao showing mountains and a small town or village
Try the variety of upscale and budget restaurants, arrange scuba diving and enjoy the scenery around Ilha Grande’s urban core.

With a long pier surrounded by bars and hostels, Vila do Abraão is the main town on the scenic island of Ilha Grande. International restaurants and artisanal boutiques now fill the town, which formerly held a prison and a hospital for leprosy patients. Embark on boat trips to secluded beaches dotted around the island.

Stroll along the town’s long Abraão Beach and appreciate the sights and sounds of this active sandy haven. Just behind the beach’s north end is the Church of San Sebastian, a pretty white landmark and active social center.

To ensure you get a place, book a scuba diving trip with a tour operator early in the morning. The Elite Dive Center is a professional and efficient scuba team that can take you out to stunning dive sites.

Gaze up at the impressive dense forests that back onto the cove of Vila do Abraão. Take photos of the town’s stunning scenery, comprising the Atlantic rainforest, the wooden Touristic Pier and the crystalline sea, adorned with a flurry of brightly colored schooners, speedboats and ferries.

Hike along well-marked trails. Popular destinations include the interesting ruins of the Lazareto prison and the highly rated Lopes Mendes Beach.

At dusk the beat of drums played by local performers begins to penetrate the heart of the town. Go out in this electrifying hub and explore the restaurants, ranging from French creperies to local seafood specialists. Meet travelers, vacationers and locals on the beach in this friendly spot.

The town is located at the northeastern corner of the island of Ilha Grande. Arrive at the Touristic Pier of Vila do Abraão via boat from Angra dos Reis, which is a 100-mile (160-kilometer) drive west of Rio de Janeiro. You can also take a ferry from Conceição de Jacareí. Reach the secluded parts of the island via water taxi or hikes.

Vila do Abraão is a lively and scenic hub characterized by the beat of its drums.


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Vila do Abraão Hotel Deals

Recreio da Praia
Recreio da Praia
3 out of 5
R. da Praia, s/n - Vila do Abraão, Angra dos Reis
Stay at this 3-star beach pousada in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saint Sebastian ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (169 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2024

Recreio da Praia
Asalem
Asalem
3.5 out of 5
Praia da Crena S/N, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is ¥32,236 per night from Dec 18 to Dec 19
¥32,236
¥33,848 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 18 - Dec 19
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, a full-service spa, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (80 reviews)
Our favorite place!!
"If we could stay here longer, we would!! Truly look no further, this is the best hotel with the cutest rooms, perfect views, great food, and wonderful staff. With walkable paths to the beach and to the downtown area (along with private water taxis for transportation if you don’t want to walk), everything ..."

Reviewed on Nov 26, 2024

Asalem
Pousada Aquarela do Mar
Pousada Aquarela do Mar
3 out of 5
R. da Praia - Abraão, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this 3-star pousada in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Praia do Recanto and Praia da Júlia ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Staff was very nice and helpful, Maria in particular was kind and took the time to show me various beaches and hikes on the map. Breakfast was great. Good value, nice stay."

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2024

Pousada Aquarela do Mar
Recanto da Ana Alice
Recanto da Ana Alice
2.5 out of 5
Rua Getulio Vargas, 16, Angra dos Reis
Stay at this pousada in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Espaco Zen, Ilha Grande and Saint Sebastian ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"I read reviews about this property that helped me to choose it, big mistake. Whoever highly rated this place probably doesn't know better, very basic. You feel like you're in someone's house as opposed in a pousada. There's definitely better options for the cost of it. The overnight guy was very ..."

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2023

Recanto da Ana Alice
Pousada Portal do Sol
Pousada Portal do Sol
3 out of 5
Praia da Guaxuma, s/n, Angra dos Reis, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach pousada in Angra dos Reis. Enjoy free breakfast, a private beach, and a free ferry terminal shuttle. Popular attractions Guaxuma Beach ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (69 reviews)
"Nice and cozy hotel with private beach. Staff is excellent and very welcoming."

Reviewed on Apr 9, 2024

Pousada Portal do Sol
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! (106 reviews)
"Right on the beach, friendly staff. What’s not to like."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024

Pousada Ancoradouro
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