Stays in Vila Velha

A kids' pool alongside the rooftop pool is the detail that makes me recommend Incrível Flat 106 Passargada to families in Vila Velha. Praia da Costa is right outside, so the day can move between sand and pool without a car. Family rooms keep everyone together, and the kitchenette handles breakfasts and simple meals. Parents can enjoy the sauna in turns, and the terrace gives a place to watch the sea in the evening.

Flat Pasárgada Encantador 616 works well for families in Vila Velha who want to be near the sand. The one-bedroom unit has a separate living room, a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, free WiFi and a terrace, and Costa Beach is just steps away. The building has a pool and a sauna, and free private parking is on site. An excellent 9.8 rating from 34 reviews suggests it is well looked after.

Vale do Lago is a country-style stay in Vila Velha that suits families who want space outdoors. The air-conditioned rooms have a balcony, a private bathroom, a kitchenette and a dining area. Children can use the year-round outdoor pool, the garden and the picnic area, and the outdoor fireplace makes evenings pleasant. A continental breakfast is served and there is a restaurant on site. Guests rate it 9.6 from 23 reviews.

A fully equipped kitchen and direct access to Praia da Costa are why I would book Presidential Suite na orla da Praia da Costa for a family stay in Vila Velha. The apartments are family-friendly, with sea views and a balcony or terrace, and air conditioning keeps nights comfortable. The year-round outdoor pool is a good fallback when the sea is rough. The property presents itself as suited to extended stays, which fits a week or more.

Pousada VilaZinha is a charming small stay for a family in Vila Velha, rated 9.3 by more than 600 guests. Family rooms are air-conditioned, with a walk-in shower and views of the garden or the mountains. The lush garden has outdoor seating and picnic spots where children can spend time outside, and pets are welcome. Breakfast is varied, with local specialities, and the coffee shop sometimes hosts live music. I would book it for a relaxed, personal stay.

Hotel Santorini is an apartment-style hotel in Vila Velha, 40 metres from Itaparica Beach. The suites have air conditioning, cable TV and a minibar, and some have a balcony with a partial sea view, which gives families more space than a standard room. A daily breakfast buffet, free WiFi and free parking are included. Guests rate it 9.0 across 1,517 reviews, and I would pick it mainly for the beach being a short walk away.

Praia Studios suits families who prefer to cook for themselves in Vila Velha. Each apartment-style family room has a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, a private bathroom and free WiFi. Outside there is a year-round outdoor pool, a sun terrace, a private beach area, a picnic spot and barbecue facilities, and a minimarket on site saves a trip for basics. The 9.0 score rests on three reviews only.

I recommend Hotel Olympia Vila Velha to families planning a beach stay, since Itaparica Beach is just a three-minute walk away. Apartment-style family rooms are air-conditioned, with views of the city or an inner courtyard, and housekeeping comes daily. A continental buffet breakfast is served each morning, a grocery delivery service saves a shopping trip with children, and private parking on site is free. Guests rate it 9.0 from more than 1,400 reviews.

Hospedagem Sol e Mar is a relaxed beachfront guesthouse in Vila Velha, close to Bananal Beach. Families get direct access to the sea, a year-round outdoor pool and a garden for children to play in. The air-conditioned rooms have a private bathroom and a TV, free WiFi is included, and there is free private parking on site. Pets are welcome too. Guests rate it 8.7 from 25 reviews, a good sign for a simple stay.

I recommend Champagnat Praia Hotel to families planning a beach stay in Vila Velha, with Costa Beach just 200 metres away. The rooftop pool looks over the beach, a good spot for the hours when the sun is too strong on the sand, and some rooms have balconies with views of the Convento da Penha. Breakfast is served daily, there is a spa area, WiFi is free and pets are welcome. Guests rate it 8.5 from nearly 1,000 reviews.

Hotel da Praia puts a family right on Itaparica Beach in Vila Velha, which is the main reason to book it: the sand is on the doorstep, so beach time needs no planning. Rooms are air-conditioned, with a TV, a minibar and a private bathroom, and some have a rustic style. The buffet breakfast offers breads, pastries and fruit, a simple start before the beach. Wi-Fi and parking are free. I would choose it for a seaside stay.

I recommend Quality Suites Vila Velha to families who want to stay right on Costa Beach. The suites have balconies, minibars and work desks, and some add a microwave, handy for simple meals with children. On site there is a rooftop pool, a playground, a sauna and a fitness centre, so a day can move easily between the sand and the hotel. Guests rate it 8.4 from more than 1,400 reviews, and the beachfront position is the clear highlight.

I recommend Tulip Inn Vila Velha to families who want a quiet apartment-style room within walking distance of the sea: Itaparica Beach is a six-minute walk away. Rooms are air-conditioned and soundproofed, which helps children sleep, with city views, work desks and free WiFi. A buffet breakfast is served each morning, and the restaurant serves Brazilian dishes at lunch and dinner, so meals after the beach need no planning. Guests rate it 8.2 from more than 1,300 reviews.

A kids' pool beside the year-round outdoor pool and a garden to play in are why I would book Pousada Ponta de Areia for a family. Ponta da Fruta beach is just steps away, so the day can swing between sand and pool without a car. Rooms have air conditioning and balconies, and the daily buffet breakfast with local specialties is a gentle start. The on-site restaurant and pool bar keep evenings simple for tired children and parents.

Hotel Prainha is a simple family base in Vila Velha, close to Costa Beach and the Convent of Penha, two highlights of the city. Rooms are air-conditioned with a private bathroom and free WiFi, and a continental buffet breakfast starts the day before the beach. Pets are welcome, so the family dog can join the trip. The front desk is open 24 hours and can store luggage on departure day. With a score of 7.8, I would keep expectations simple.

Itaparica Praia Hotel sits just steps from Itaparica Beach in Vila Velha, so families can walk to the sand without packing the car. A rooftop pool offers a second place to swim, and rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and balconies. Family rooms are available, free on-site parking is included, and WiFi is free. Its 7.8 rating from 546 reviews describes a straightforward beach hotel rather than a polished resort.

Hotel Plaza Mar is a three-star hotel facing the ocean on Itaparica Beach in Vila Velha, across the bay from Vitória. Families can switch between the sand and the outdoor pool, and the apartment-style accommodation gives children more room than a standard double. Rooms are air-conditioned with cable TV and a minibar, internet is free, and a breakfast buffet is served daily. Restaurants and beach bars are close by. It holds 7.6 from 391 reviews.

Pousada Convento da Penha is a short walk from Praia da Costa and the Convento da Penha, a location I would use to explore Vila Velha on foot with children. The apartment-style rooms are air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi, and the terrace and lounge offer shared space. A 24-hour front desk and room service help after a long day, and pets are welcome. Guests give it 7.3 from 134 reviews, a modest score.