Enseada do Gancho Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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Geriba Beach

Revel in the lively ambiance of the bars and restaurants of one of the most popular beaches in the Búzios region.

Geriba Beach
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Rua das Pedras

Spend a relaxed afternoon exploring the charming stores, galleries and cafés of this busy and colorful street, or head to one of the bars here that come alive after dark.

Rua das Pedras
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Ferradura Beach

The calm waters that lap this gorgeous horseshoe-shaped beach in an upmarket Búzios neighborhood are perfect for swimming, kayaking and snorkeling.

Ferradura Beach
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Orla Bardot

Enjoy the ocean views and admire the fascinating statues of iconic figures and fishermen in this walkway tribute to a French diva.

Orla Bardot
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Armacao Beach

Look out across the ocean from this golden beach in the liveliest area of Búzios and enjoy views of bobbing boats and a delightful statue.

Armacao Beach
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Forno Beach

Hone your photography skills at this beach where the striking and unusual pink tinge to the sand makes for interesting vacation pictures.

Forno Beach

Activities

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From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip

NZ$132
Per adult
From Búzios: Arraial do Cabo and Cabo Frio Day Trip
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Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios

NZ$118
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Arraial do Cabo with Boat Tour and Lunch - From Búzios
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Discover scuba diving in Búzios

NZ$72
Per adult
Discover scuba diving in Búzios
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Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch

NZ$90
Per adult
Buzios with Boat Tour and Lunch
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Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios

NZ$44
Per adult
Armação dos Búzios: Walk Through the Natural Pools in Búzios
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Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch

NZ$131
Per adult
Day Trip to Búzios from Rio de Janeiro: Sightseeing Tour, Bay Cruise and Lunch
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Our pick of the best Enseada do Gancho Hotel Deals

Hotel La Plage
Hotel La Plage
3 out of 5
Rua dos Badejos, 40, Praia do Peró, Cabo Frio, RJ
The price is NZ$95 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Japanese Island and Forte Beach are located ...
6/10 (382 reviews)
"Horrible wifi only worked in lobby, no hot water, sandy floors, poor service and communication at reception - didn't work well with hotels.com reservation and on top of everything THE SHOWER ELECTRICUTED ME!.. Plus the sheets didn't fit well so they came off while we were sleeping so you woke up ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2014

Hotel La Plage
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
3 out of 5
R. Pastor Admardo Machado s/n, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
The price is NZ$66 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
NZ$66
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Foguete Beach ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (120 reviews)
"I loved everything about this place very safe and beautiful"

Reviewed on 30 Nov. 2023

Mediterrane Hotel by Castelo Itaipava
Selina Buzios
Selina Buzios
4 out of 5
Av Jose Bento Ribeiro Dantas, 222, Búzios, RJ
The price is NZ$77 per night from 6 Nov to 7 Nov
NZ$77
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Búzios. Enjoy a sauna, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (487 reviews)
"Excelente experiencia, los espacios son muy confortables, tiene muchas actividades dentro del predio. El personal es muy amable y atento. Sinceramente lo tomaría como referencia para buscarlo en los países que visite."

Reviewed on 26 Jan. 2024

Selina Buzios
Green Hoteis
Green Hoteis
3.5 out of 5
Av. Teixeira e Souza, 1056, Centro, Cabo Frio, Rio De Janeiro
The price is NZ$110 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Cabo Frio. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (286 reviews)
Greatest hotel in the area :)
"first off.. the location isn’t the greatest. There’s not too much good things around if you don’t have a car! But other than this. The hotel is amazing. The staff are friendly and very professional. They helped me and my friend with a lot of things. Anything you need, don’t be afraid to ask. The ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2021

Green Hoteis
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
3.5 out of 5
Estrada da Usina, 294, Morro do Humaitá, Búzios, RJ
The price is NZ$143 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Búzios. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Orla Bardot and Armacao Beach are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (303 reviews)
"Great pool. Short walk to town and beaches"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2024

Hotel Atlantico Buzios Convention and Resort
Varandas ao Mar
Varandas ao Mar
3 out of 5
22 Av. Dr. Hermes Barcelos, Arraial do Cabo, RJ
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$108 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
NZ$108
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Arraial do Cabo. Enjoy free parking, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Atalaia Viewpoint and Foguete ...
9/10 Wonderful! (52 reviews)
"A localizacao é otima, O por do sol é incrivel da parte da piscina, os funcionarios sao bem educados. O quarto era bem aconchegante, mas o colchao era bem ruin e tbm a limpeza precisa melhorar, a roupa de cama parecia estar suja, mas fora isso tudo estava bom. Eu recomendaria pra outras pessoas!"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2024

Varandas ao Mar
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Other neighbourhoods around Enseada do Gancho

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Tartaruga

If you're spending some time in Tartaruga, Tartaruga Beach and Virgin Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Tartaruga
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Ponta de Manguinhos

While there might not be top attractions in Ponta de Manguinhos, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Porto da Barra Búzios and Tartaruga Beach.

Ponta de Manguinhos
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Portal da Ferradura

Though Portal da Ferradura may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ferradura Beach and Canto Beach.

Portal da Ferradura
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Alto de Buzios

When in Alto de Buzios, you can plan a visit to Ferradura Beach and Ferradurinha Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Alto de Buzios
Canto Beach showing outdoor art and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Canto

While visiting Canto, you might make a stop by sights like Canto Beach and Rua das Pedras.

Canto
Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos

Manguinhos

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Manguinhos. You might want to make time for a stop at Porto da Barra Búzios or Chapel of Our Lady Desatanudos.

Manguinhos

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