Costa do Mar Hotel

If you're looking for an affordable hotel that's within walking distance of Fortaleza's beaches and nightlife, this is it. Situated in the Beira Mar neighborhood, The Costa do Mar Hotel offers air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms in the middle of everything Fortaleza has to offer.

Costa do Mar Hotel is ideally located 1 block from Fortaleza's bustling beach front promenade at Avenida Beira Mar. Here you'll find bars and restaurants overlooking the ocean and in the city's largest fresh seafood market. Step off the street and onto Meireles Beach, one of the most popular in the city. The Praia de Iracema neighborhood is the center of the city's nightlife and is about a 20-minute walk away. At the far end of the neighborhood, 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) away, you'll find the Centro de Turismo. This unique crafts market is housed inside a former prison where vendors sell items from inside old prison stalls, bars and all.

One easy way to explore this tropical city is to book a tour or excursion through the help of the hotel's front desk. Concierge services and multilingual staff are available. For some outdoor relaxation just outside your room, head to the outdoor pool and lounge area for fantastic ocean views and a refreshing cocktail from the bar. Ready for some authentic Brazilian food? The hotel's Canoa restaurant offers classic northeastern seafood and other exotic items. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served every day between 6-10 AM.

If you need to make a copy or fax, there's a 24-hour business center conveniently located on site with an Internet point. Meeting rooms and catering facilities are available for reservations. Guests at the Costa do Mar Hotel can also take advantage of the on-site laundry facilities.

Rooms at the Costa do Mar Hotel are air-conditioned and soundproofed for maximum comfort. Watch cable channels on the TV and plan a day in the city with complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the property, included in the price of the hotel. Keep your room stocked with drinks and snacks with the refrigerator and minibar. Rooms also have safes and telephones.