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True to its name, which translates as "house on the beach," this intimate pousada opens right onto the sand and has one of the best views in town over the dune. — Fodor's

A little more personalized than a hotel, this pousada in Iracema is run by friendly English-speaking owner Vera and offers the right amount of cozy for the price. — Lonely Planet

Overlooking trendy Praia do Mucuripe, just a 15-minute drive from the Centro, this luxury resort hotel can certainly trumpet its "convenient location." — Fodor's

On a small side street three blocks from the beach, this laid-back hotel offers some of the best value for money in town, with friendly service and a charming rooftop terrace. — Fodor's

This landmark hotel, looking right along Meireles from its east end, boasts a panoramic external elevator, good service and quality, pine-furnished rooms, all with a sea view. — Lonely Planet

Out of the many upmarket pousadas that have opened in Jericoacoara in the last five years, Vila Kalango stands above the crowd with its private bungalows propped on stilts. — Fodor's

The vibe is super-informal at this basic hostel where small but prettily decorated rooms line up on two floors alongside a scrap of garden... It's a stone’s throw from the Centro Dragão do Mar. — Lonely Planet

Charm is wearing thin here, but this hotel is only a block back from the action. There’s lots of competition in the area, but this place still maintains higher prices than it should. — Lonely Planet

This gleaming, stylish 10-story hotel is a cut above most of its Iracema rivals, with a friendly atmosphere, rooftop pool and spotless, colorful rooms. — Lonely Planet

Being six blocks from the beach means you do not pay a lot for a decent-size room with all major amenities. — Fodor's

Set back from the busy beachfront, it has a big pool area and lovely open-air lobby. Rooms are efficient... but the hotel can get wildly hectic with events and groups. — Lonely Planet

What makes it special, and helps create the good vibe, is the extremely helpful, welcoming manner of owners and staff. It's in a quietish street a few blocks south of the Dragão do Mar center. — Lonely Planet

This family-friendly resort is the most upscale hotel in the Praia do Futuro area. Extremely well run, it represents the Portuguese chain's foray into Brazil. — Fodor's

Busy Abrolhos, a couple of blocks back from the beach, is friendly, clean and well run, with one of the best breakfasts you’ll find anywhere in the Northeast. Some English spoken. — Lonely Planet

Wind chimes, candles, a verdant garden, and swimming pool help create a sense of peace and tranquillity at this well-priced, no-frills pousada. — Fodor's

You need to book well in advance to stay at this chic, eco-friendly pousada, where stylish ocean-view rooms, superior service, and a great restaurant set it above the rest. — Fodor's