Belo Horizonte

On a main city avenue, close to Savassi and not far from central Belo Horizonte, the Mercure is popular with executives, artists, and athletes. — Fodor's

The palatial Ouro Minas, which underwent an extensive renovation to retain its five-star rating, has rooms with large beds and well-appointed bathrooms. — Fodor's

In a beautiful 19th-century building, this hotel feels like a bed-and-breakfast, with elegant yet comfortable decor, quiet floors, and well-appointed guest rooms. — Fodor's

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The lobby of this centrally located hotel, one of the city's oldest, is often crowded with conventioneers. — Fodor's

In the heart of Savassi... this hotel stands out as a great midpriced choice. Some of the large, comfortable rooms are wheelchair-accessible and many are smoke-free. — Lonely Planet

A quick walk from the Parque Municipal, this faded art-deco building has comfortable rooms and a friendly staff. — Lonely Planet

Large and institutional, but very conveniently located between the bus station and Parque Municipal... Separate fees are charged for towels, lockers and other extras. — Lonely Planet

A few blocks south of the bus station, this is one of downtown’s best-value budget hotels, provided you can avoid the claustrophobic interior rooms with windows facing the hallway. — Lonely Planet

Rooms are clean and in fine working order, but are inexpensively furnished and outdated style-wise. — Fodor's

A huge, refurbished 1970s skyscraper with friendly and highly professional staff, well- equipped, stylish rooms and a fine rooftop pool. — Rough Guide

A smart HI-affiliated hostel in BH’s bohemian quarter, a 10min bus ride from the centre and with numerous traditional botecos nearby. — Rough Guide

The clean, simple rooms at this downtown hotel are reasonably priced, and the 11th-floor restaurant affords fine city views. — Fodor's

The rooms in this aging building are clean, albeit small, and the service is reliable. — Fodor's

Well-positioned at Savassi's northern edge, just east of Praça da Liberdade, this business-oriented hotel is a good deal on weekends, when prices get slashed in half. — Lonely Planet

All of the units at this good-value apartment hotel with a pool, located on a pleasant tree- lined street, have a bedroom, a living room and a kitchenette. Free wi-fi. — Rough Guide