WHERE TO STAY IN FORTALEZA

Where is the best place to stay in Fortaleza?

By Carles Barcelo. Updated October 27, 2023

Fortaleza is the Ceará state capital and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Brazil, boasting the perfect combination of beautiful beaches and a modern, buzzing city. The beauty of Fortaleza can be enjoyed both day and night, with around 15 different beaches, a vivid tourism scene, interesting local culture, friendly and welcoming people, amazing restaurants and the most visited water park in all of Brazil; Beach Park. Just a short distance from Fortaleza, you will find an array of strikingly beautiful beaches, such as the likes of Canoa Quebrada and Jericoacoara. In just one week you can experience all of the main places of interest the area has to offer, and really make the most of this rapidly growing and sunny city.

The best place to stay in Fortaleza is the Meireles neighbourhood, which is where the city’s best beach can be found; the Meireles beach. This safe neighbourhood is easy to get around, and is also connected to nearby popular neighbourhoods; Iracema and Mucuripe, by the famous and bustling Avenida Beira Mar. Meireles is full of Fortaleza´s best hotels, bars, and restaurants, all set around the beach with excellent sea views. It´s famous arts and crafts market is open every night and keeps the area full of life, alongside the neighbouring clubs and bars which attract a young and trendy crowd.