Hotels and Accomodations
With a population of approximately 500,000 inhabitants, Niterói is considered a medium-sized city by Brazilian standards. It boasts a well-developed hospitality network, with numerous hotels located relatively close to the university. Unfortunately, UFF does not provide accommodations for visitors, as its student housing requires prior registration and operates with a waiting list. Nevertheless, the city offers a wide range of lodging options. A selection of recommended hotels is listed below.
H Niterói Hotel
Located near the iconic Niterói Museum of Contemporary Art, H Niterói is a sophisticated 4-star hotel featuring an outdoor pool, sauna, and an on-site restaurant. Additional amenities include a gym and complimentary Wi-Fi. Icaraí Beach is just 50 meters away. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, a minibar, and a hairdryer. The hotel is approximately a 7-minute drive from the IACS Gragoatá campus.
Matiz Niterói Design Hotel
This three-star hotel is located just 50 meters from Icaraí Beach and about 4 km from the Museum of Contemporary Art. Its spacious rooms feature air conditioning, satellite TV, a minibar, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has a fitness center staffed by trained professionals. It is a 12-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Hotel Praia Grande Niterói
Situated in downtown Niterói, Hotel Praia Grande offers spacious, air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and guests have access to complimentary parking. Suites also feature a seating area. The hotel is an 8-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Niterói Palace Hotel
Conveniently located in the city center, Niterói Palace Hotel provides practical accommodations along with free Wi-Fi and private parking. It is within walking distance of bars, shops, and restaurants. Rooms include air conditioning, a TV, minibar, and private bathroom. The hotel is 400 meters from Plaza Shopping and about a 7-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Icaraí Praia Hotel
Just 20 meters from the seafront and a 5-minute drive from central Niterói, Icaraí Praia Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and paid parking (by reservation). Rooms come with air conditioning, cable TV, and a minibar. It is a 12-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Hotel Cantareira
Hotel Cantareira provides simple yet comfortable accommodations just 250 meters from the Gragoatá campus. Amenities include free Wi-Fi, daily breakfast, a 24-hour front desk, and a sun terrace. All rooms have air conditioning, a microwave, minibar, and private bathroom. Free private parking is available for guests.
Tower Icaraí Hotel
Tower Icaraí Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and complimentary private parking. Rooms are equipped with cable TV and air conditioning. The hotel is approximately an 11-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Hotel Village Icaraí
Hotel Village Icaraí offers free Wi-Fi, complimentary parking, and breakfast. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and cable TV. The hotel is a 13-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Hotel Orizzonte Niterói
Located in downtown Niterói, Hotel Orizzonte features outdoor swimming pools and a fitness center. Rooms include balconies, air conditioning, kitchenettes with microwaves, cable TV, and private bathrooms. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi and additional amenities such as tennis courts. It is a 4-minute drive from IACS Gragoatá.
Icaraí Suites
Icaraí Suites offers comfortable suites and an open green area surrounded by nature. It is located approximately 14 minutes by car from the IACS Gragoatá campus.