Vila do Abraão

Angra dos Reis
Abraao Beach featuring a bay or harbor, general coastal views and a beach
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

Asalem
Asalem
3.5 out of 5
Praia da Crena S/N, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro
The price is ¥34,437 per night from Nov 27 to Nov 28
¥34,437
¥36,159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
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)
Great stay at Asalem
"Asalem is a great place to relax. Very friendly, great views, quiet. Problem for people that have issues with stair climbing as located on a hill and to get to rooms steep stairs have to be dealt with. Bungalows are beautiful and on 2 levels. To get to main bedroom again steep staircase. Bathroom ..."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2024

Asalem
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! (166 reviews)
"Excellent!"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2024

Recreio da Praia
Pousada Ancoradouro
Pousada Ancoradouro
3 out of 5
Praia do Abraao, 121 - Area A1, Angra dos Reis
The price is ¥12,033 per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
¥12,033
¥12,634 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
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! (104 reviews)
"Right on the beach, friendly staff. What’s not to like."

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2024

Pousada Ancoradouro
Pousada Aquarela do Mar
Pousada Aquarela do Mar
3 out of 5
R. da Praia - Abraão, Angra dos Reis, RJ
The price is ¥12,545 per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
¥12,545
¥13,172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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! (29 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
The price is ¥7,165 per night from Nov 25 to Nov 26
¥7,165
¥7,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
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! (73 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
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