Hotel Encontro do Sol
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Worth booking if you want a cheap, well-reviewed base a short walk from the beach in Meireles, with a pool and a breakfast guests rate highly. Couples who need a spacious room and bathroom should check room sizes first, as some guests found them small.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Who it suits and who should skip it
Budget travellers, couples and families heading to Fortaleza for the beach are the best match. This 3-star hotel scores 8.7 out of 10 from 2,320 guest reviews and has a location score of 9.6.
The property lists an outdoor pool, a garden, family rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Breakfast is described as a buffet.
Skip it if space is a priority. Some guests describe the rooms as ample, but others found the bedroom and bathroom small. Anyone wanting a gym, spa or on-site restaurant should check elsewhere, since none is listed in our data.
Location and getting around
The address is Rua Monsenhor Bruno, 122, in the Meireles area. Guests say the beach, restaurants and shops are a short walk away, and describe the area as safe.
St. Joseph's Cathedral is about 2 km away, roughly 25 minutes on foot. Praia do Futuro is about 7.3 km away, around 91 minutes on foot, so it is far and you will need public transport or a taxi.
Walking times are straight-line estimates and have not been verified.
What guests say
Location gets the most praise: a safe area with the beach, restaurants and shops all within a short walk.
Breakfast is a highlight too. Guests mention freshly made tapioca and omelettes alongside a range of sweet and savoury dishes.
Room size is the recurring complaint. Some rooms feel roomy, while others have a small bedroom and bathroom.
Price and how it compares with our other Fortaleza picks
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026, for 2 adults in one room, was €50.54 per night, about €101 for both nights. This is not a live quote, so check today's price for your dates.
That is 52% below the sample median of €104.23. Our Best Value pick, Pauli Boutique Hotel, was €126.37 a night with a score of 8.9 and 4 stars. Our Luxury pick, Hotel Luzeiros Fortaleza, was €202.83 with 9.1 and 5 stars.
You give up a few tenths of guest score and save more than €75 a night against the next option. For a beach trip on a budget, that is a strong trade.
Why it made our top 3
We compared 12 eligible hotels in Fortaleza. This one tied for fifth on review score. It took our Budget slot because €50.54 a night was the lowest eligible reference price once the upscale choice was set aside.
An 8.7 at roughly half the local median price is why it stood out.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, breakfast inclusion and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Check the room size for the type you choose and whether breakfast is in your rate.
Parking is not listed in our data, so ask the hotel if you are driving. Families should confirm that a family room is free for their dates.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
Is Hotel Encontro do Sol close to the beach?
Guests say the beach is a short walk away. Exact walking time to the sand is not in our data, so check the map.
How much does Hotel Encontro do Sol cost per night?
The reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults was €50.54 per night. Check today's price for your dates.
Does Hotel Encontro do Sol have a pool?
Yes, an outdoor pool is listed. Opening hours are not confirmed, so ask the hotel if it matters for your trip.
Is the breakfast good?
Guests praise freshly made tapioca and omelettes plus sweet and savoury options at the buffet. Check whether breakfast is included in your rate.
Can I walk to Praia do Futuro?
Not really. It is about 7.3 km away, over 90 minutes on foot, so use public transport or a taxi.