Porto Alegre

In the fashionable neighborhood of Moinhos de Vento, the Sheraton sets the city's standard of luxury; the level of comfort is outstanding, from the lobby to the top-floor rooms. — Fodor's

Down a quiet residential street in the heart of Cidade Baixa, this excellent hostel, chock-full of demolition wood furniture and eco-awareness. — Lonely Planet

Part of a local hotel chain, Laghetto Viverone Moinhos is a reasonably priced option for the upmarket Moinhos de Vento neighborhood, with small but functional rooms. — Fodor's

Tourists are lured to this downtown budget option for its many business amenities, such as two phone lines for every room. — Fodor's

A slick lobby gives way to basic but spacious rooms at this comfortable Centro option. — Lonely Planet

Located in one of the liveliest commercial areas downtown, this modern hotel is set behind an imposing 1940s Art Deco facade. — Rough Guide

Although there are now several better top-end hotels in Porto Alegre, this has a certain traditional style that’s found in none of the newer establishments. — Rough Guide

In the heart of downtown, this Beaux Arts classic maintains a sense of grandeur. The lobby is swanky in an old-fashioned way, while guestrooms are modern. — Lonely Planet

In the booming business district of Bela Vista, which not too long ago was a purely residential neighborhood. The decor is modern; rooms have king-size beds. — Fodor's

Close to the museums and cathedral, this unassuming central hotel features spacious rooms and modern decor. The staff is well trained and can help you find tours and activities. — Fodor's

Tiny, clean rooms surround a sweet courtyard filled with blooming trees – a fantastic place to meet other travelers. — Lonely Planet

A great front room bar serves as the preparty epicenter while the artsy decor, sweet management and a great rooftop kitchen round out the pluses here. — Lonely Planet

The spacious rooms in institutional green feel like dorms. Fortunately the rooms are clean and well lit, making this a decent budget choice. — Lonely Planet

Conveniently located across the road from the rodoviária, this hotel is devoid of character but is clean, efficient and serves an inexpensive buffet supper. — Rough Guide

Great location, and though not really a "boutique", the rooms here are a step up from a normal HI hostel; all en-suite in a historic mansion, with a/c and TVs. — Rough Guide

An efficient, city-center hotel, the Comfort Porto Alegre is popular with business travelers. — DK Eyewitness