Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu is a three-class hotel in Rio Vermelho, the bohemian seaside district that is known for its bars, restaurants and live music. It is a historic colonial-style building with a garden, a rooftop terrace, a free breakfast buffet and free covered parking, though spaces are limited. There is no pool, but three small beaches are a short walk away. It suits travellers who prefer a neighbourhood with local life to a polished tourist enclave, and who will use taxis or ride-hailing cars for sightseeing in the historic centre.
Location and getting around
The hotel is on Rua João Gomes in Rio Vermelho. Paciência beach is a two-minute walk, and Praia da Mariquita and Rio Vermelho beach are five to seven minutes away on foot. The district is famous for its evening scene, and on 2 February it hosts a large celebration of Iemanjá, the goddess of the sea. Pelourinho and the Barra seafront are a drive away, so budget for taxis or ride-hailing cars. Rio Vermelho is lively at night, so plan your return journeys sensibly.
The rooms and the facilities
Rooms have air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and the hotel has an elevator, laundry facilities, luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and a 24-hour business centre. The garden and the rooftop terrace provide quiet places to sit with a drink, and the front desk can help with tours and tickets. There is no swimming pool, so this is not the place for a resort-style stay.
What to know
A free buffet breakfast is served in the morning, and free covered self-parking is available on site, but there is one space per unit and height restrictions apply, so check before you arrive in a large vehicle. Check-in starts in the afternoon and check-out is at noon. Nightlife in the district can be noisy, so ask for a room away from the street. Book early for the Iemanjá festival in early February and for Carnival.
Why stay here
- ✓Free breakfast buffet
- ✓Free covered parking (limited)
- ✓Rooftop terrace
- ✓Garden
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Air conditioning
- ✓Elevator
- ✓24-hour front desk
Good questions
Does Hotel Catharina Paraguaçu have a pool?+
No, there is no pool. There is a garden and a rooftop terrace, and several small beaches are a short walk away.
Is parking available?+
Yes, free covered self-parking is available on site, but spaces are limited and there are height restrictions.
Is Rio Vermelho a good area to stay?+
It is lively, with bars, restaurants and live music, and it is a short drive from Pelourinho and Barra. It suits travellers who like local nightlife, but ask for a quiet room if you want to sleep early.
