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About the Hotel
Av. Julio De Castilhos, 342,
Porto Alegre,
Brazil,
90030130,
Rio Grande do Sul
Hotel Express Mauá is a 3-star hotel located in the heart of Centro Historico in Porto Alegre. It offers convenient access to public transport and is within walking distance of notable attractions such as the Public Market and Museum of Arts of Rio Grande do Sul. The hotel features comfortable accommodations and functional amenities designed for both business and leisure travelers. Guests can expect a blend of practicality and regional hospitality during their stay.
Location
Situated centrally in Porto Alegre, the hotel is just a 10-minute walk from the Bus Central station and approximately 6 miles from Salgado Filho Airport. Guests are within a 15-minute drive of major sporting venues like Gremio Arena and Beira-Rio Stadium. Local attractions, including the Municipal Market and other cultural sites, are conveniently accessible on foot.
Rooms
The hotel has 90 air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities. Each room includes a minibar, LCD television, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Private bathrooms are available with showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can take advantage of room service and enjoy a comfortable stay with essential conveniences.
Eat & Drink
The on-site restaurant serves a complimentary buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM, featuring a variety of items such as breads, fruits, and omelets. For lunch and dinner, diners can choose from the á la carte menu at Pratos, which specializes in Brazilian cuisine. The hotel also offers a relaxed dining atmosphere for guests looking to enjoy regional delicacies.
Leisure & Business
Hotel Express Mauá provides essential services suitable for both business and leisure guests, including a 24-hour front desk and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. There are two meeting rooms available for events, along with a 24-hour business center. Guests benefit from free Wi-Fi and the assistance of tour/ticket services.
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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Buffet Delight
The small buffet breakfast area was charming, and the coffee was the best I've had in Brazil, truly elevating my mornings.view full review
Comfortable Amenities
The room was spotless and well-equipped, making it a perfect retreat after a long day of exploring.view full review
Great Mini Bar
The prices for drinks in the minibar were very reasonable, which was a pleasant surprise after a long journey.view full review
Relaxing Environment
The ambiance in the hotel allowed for a peaceful and relaxing stay, perfect for unwinding after a busy day.view full review
General
Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Baggage storage
Elevator
Multilingual staff
Services
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Newspaper service
Dining
Continental breakfast
Restaurant
Free breakfast
Business
24-hour business center
Spa & Leisure
Television in lobby
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
In-room safe
Mini-bar
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Av. Julio De Castilhos, 342,
Porto Alegre,
Brazil,
90030130,
Rio Grande do Sul
Map view
Av. Julio De Castilhos, 342,
Porto Alegre,
Brazil,
90030130,
Rio Grande do Sul
City landmarks
Rua Goncalo de Carvalho
5100 ft
Parks
Farroupilha Park
5100 ft
Museums
Rio Grande do Sul Museum of Art
3300 ft
Events
Usina do Gasometro
1.3
mi
Public Building
Piratini Palace
4000 ft
Events
Casa de Cultura Mario Quintana
4500 ft
Rua Sete de Setembro 1020 Centro
Memorial do Rio Grande do Sul
3100 ft
Mall
Shopping Total
3600 ft
Av. Joao Pessoa
Parque Farroupilha
3100 ft
Parks
Moinhos de Vento Park
1.4
mi
Church
Metropolitan Cathedral
4500 ft
Rotula das Cuias
Monumento Supercuias
2700 ft
Praca da Alfandega Centro Historico
Monumento a Mario Quintana e Carlos Drummond de Andrade
2800 ft
Praca da Alfandega Centro Historico
Monumento ao General Osorio
2900 ft
Museums
Memorial do Mercado
3100 ft
Rua Jose Montaury 101
Livraria do Globo
2100 ft
Church
Igreja Nossa Senhora do Rosario
2300 ft
Avenida Independencia 270
Museu da Historia da Medicina
2200 ft
Church
Church of Our Lady of Sorrows
4900 ft
Events
CEEE Erico Verissimo Cultural Center
2500 ft
Rua Riachuelo 1618 City Center
Confeitaria Rocco Building
2400 ft
Museums
Museu Julio de Castilhos
4400 ft
Porto Alegre
Glenio Peres Square
3100 ft
Praca Montevideo 10 Prefeitura Municipal de Porto Alegre
Aldo Locatelli Art Gallery
3100 ft
Nearby
Galeria Mercado Público Central
Porto Alegre Public Market
1800 ft
Galeria Mercado Público Central
Goncalo de Carvalho trees
1800 ft
Square
Praca Otavio Rocha
1700 ft
Rua Senhor dos Passos n 248 1 Andar
Art Gallery Barao de Santo Angelo Art Institute UFRGS
1700 ft
Rua da Conceicao 283 Centro
Edificio Ely
1900 ft
Av. Borges de Medeiros
Museu do Folclore
1900 ft
Restaurants
Call Burger Iv
300 ft
Avenida Julio de Castilhos 372 Centro Historico
Delicias De Pelotas
900 ft
Rua Voluntarios da Patria 294 Centro Historico
Banca 40
1800 ft
Avenida Borges de Medeiros - Mercado Publico 85 Mercado Publico
Cafe Guaiba
1200 ft
Rua Pinto Bandeira 353 Centro Historico
Cia Do Sabor
1100 ft
Avenida Julio de Castilhos 640 Centro Historico
Shanda Restaurante
1600 ft
Rua Coronel Vicente 383 Centro
Mac Bobs
1400 ft
Rua Pinto Bandeira 382 Centro Historico
Pastelaria Do Guilherme
1200 ft
Praca Pereira Parobe 64 Centro Historico
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
74%
liked the hotel and would stay again
Convenient location
Friendly staff
Limited English service
Average dining
7.4/10
Very good
Rooms
7.0
Location
8.6
Service
7.8
Dining
6.3
Guest reviews
7.4/10
based on 15 review
8.0
8.0/10based on 96 review
Joe
United States of America,
June
2024
7.4/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the bus station making it very convenient for travelers. The rooms, though simple, offer adequate stay options. The service, despite limited English proficiency, is very polite and helpful. The dining experience, while okay, includes options like pan roasted beef tenderloin. Overall, the hotel provides good value for money.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms facing the station are very simple but provide an adequate stay.
Service
8.0
The service, though limited in English, is very polite and they were really helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location near the bus station is quite convenient for city and airport travel.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were okay, featuring dishes like pan roasted beef tenderloin.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities suitable for a comfortable stay.
Convenient location
Limited English service
Kirk
United States of America,
May
2024
7.2/10
Staying at this hotel was a mixed experience. The rooms, while simple, faced the station and were adequate. The service, though limited in English, was very polite and really helpful. The convenient location in front of the station and close to the bus station made up for some shortcomings. The dining was okay, with some fruit available. Despite some drawbacks, the overall value for money was reasonable.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, with a window in front of the station, are very simple but adequate.
Service
8.0
The service, although very limited in English, was very polite and really helpful.
Location
8.0
The location is good, right in front of the station and very close to the bus station, which is convenient for accessing the city and airport.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, with some fruit available.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities met basic needs.
Marie
United States of America,
April
2024
6.8/10
The hotel is conveniently located near the bus station, making it very convenient for both the city and airport accessibility. The rooms are simple but adequate, with a window facing the station. Service is polite, though English language skills are limited, posing a slight challenge. The dining options are decent, offering fish and chips. Overall, a good option for those seeking a practical stay close to transportation hubs.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are simple yet adequate, with a window facing the station.
Service
6.0
The service staff is polite, but English language skills are limited.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location near the bus station is very convenient for accessing the city and the airport.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offers ok options including fish and chips.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel has the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay.
Convenient Location
Limited English Skills
Samuel
United States of America,
April
2024
7.8/10
I stayed at this hotel and found it to be very straightforward with a window overlooking the station, which was quite adequate. The service was really helpful and the staff, though very polite, had limited English skills. The location was very convenient, especially being so close to the bus station. The dining was alright, and they did offer freshly squeezed juice which was a nice touch. Overall, a good experience for the value.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very simple with a window in front of the station and were adequate.
Service
8.0
The service was really helpful, but the limited English could be a challenge.
Location
9.0
The location was great and close to the bus station which was very convenient.
Dining
7.0
The dining was okay, and they offered freshly squeezed juice.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
convenient location
limited English
Charles
United States of America,
March
2024
7.6/10
I found the hotel's location to be extremely convenient, being right in front of the station which was very handy. The rooms, while simple, were adequate for my stay. The service, although limited in English, was very polite and the staff went out of their way to be helpful. The dining options were okay, and I had some gyudon dishes which were decent. Overall, it was a good value for the money with a few minor drawbacks.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms with a window in front of the station were very simple but adequate for my needs.
Service
8.0
The service, although very limited in English, was very polite and the staff were really helpful during my stay.
Location
8.0
The location was quite convenient, being close to the bus station which made getting around easy.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, and I tried some gyudon dishes which were tasty.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offered laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance which were useful amenities.
Paul
United States of America,
February
2024
7.4/10
The hotel is conveniently located in front of the station, making it very convenient for travelers using public transport. The rooms are simple but adequate, offering a decent stay. The service, while limited in English, is polite and genuinely helpful to guests. Overall, it offers a good value for the money spent on the stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very simple but adequate, with a window in front of the station.
Service
8.0
The service, though very limited in English, is polite and the staff members were really helpful during my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in front of the station is great for those relying on public transportation, offering convenient access to buses and trains.
Dining
6.0
Facilities
7.0
The hotel provides laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance, enhancing the overall stay experience.
Jonathan
United States of America,
February
2024
7.8/10
The hotel's location in Brasil is quite convenient with its proximity to the bus station, making it very convenient for travelers. The rooms are very simple yet adequate, offering a decent stay. The service is very polite, although English limitations might pose a challenge. The dining experience is okay, highlighted by fresh-baked scones.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms with a window in front of the station are very simple but adequate.
Service
8.0
The service, although very limited in English, is very polite and helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in Brasil is quite convenient and close to the bus station, making it very convenient for the city and the airport.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, with the highlight being the fresh-baked scones.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
William
United States of America,
December
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant. The location was very convenient as it is very close to the bus station, making it easy to explore the city. The rooms were simple but adequate, offering a view in front of the station. The service was polite and helpful, although the limited English could be a challenge at times. The dining experience was okay, with the highlight being the homemade jams. Overall, a decent choice for a short stay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were simple but adequate, with a window in front of the station.
Service
7.0
The service was very polite and the staff were really helpful, although English was quite limited.
Location
8.0
The location is quite convenient, being very close to the bus station and in the center part of the city.
Dining
7.0
The dining was okay, and I particularly enjoyed the homemade jams.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
Donald
United States of America,
December
2023
7.4/10
My stay at the hotel was quite pleasant. The location was very convenient, right in the center of the city and close to the bus station. The service was overall good, though the language barrier could be a challenge. The rooms were simple but adequate, offering a nice view of the station.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very simple but adequate, with a window facing the station.
Service
8.0
The staff were very polite and really helpful, but their English was VERY limited, which could be a bit challenging.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was quite convenient, being in the central part of the city and right in front of the bus station.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, and they served decent omelettes.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel had limited facilities, but what they offered was satisfactory.
Eddie
United States of America,
December
2023
7.6/10
The hotel's location right in front of the station is very convenient, making it easy to access transportation. The rooms are simple yet adequate for a comfortable stay. The service, while lacking English proficiency, is very polite and surprisingly helpful. The dining options are okay with globally inspired dishes. Overall, the hotel offers decent value for the price paid.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms with a window facing the station are very simple but adequate.
Service
8.0
The service staff are very polite although their English is limited; however, they are really helpful.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location in front of the station is quite convenient for accessing the city and the airport.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience offers globally inspired dishes and was okay.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel provides laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
convenient location
limited English
Sara
United States of America,
October
2023
7.6/10
I had a pleasant stay at this hotel. The rooms were very simple but adequate, with a window facing the station. The service was polite and really helpful, although the limited English could be a challenge at times. The location was very convenient, right in front of the station and close to the bus station. The dining experience was just okay with traditional local cakes available.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms were very simple but adequate with a window facing the station.
Service
8.0
The service was very polite and helpful, despite the limited English proficiency.
Location
9.0
The location was great, right in front of the station and close to the bus station which was very convenient.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was okay, with traditional local cakes available.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel offers laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
Barbara
United States of America,
September
2023
7.2/10
The hotel is conveniently located in front of the station, offering simple yet adequate rooms. The service is friendly and helpful, although communication in English may be limited. The location is quite convenient, especially for travelers using the bus station nearby. Overall, a decent choice for those seeking a convenient stay with polite service.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very simple but adequate with a window facing the station.
Service
8.0
The staff were very polite and really helpful, though English communication is limited.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location in front of the station is quite convenient, particularly for bus travelers.
Dining
6.0
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers laundry, newspaper service, and tours/ticket assistance.
Walter
United States of America,
September
2023
7.4/10
The hotel has a very simple room layout with a window facing the station, which was adequate for my stay. The service staff were very polite but had limited English skills, presenting a slight challenge, yet they were really helpful and offered services like laundry, newspaper, and tour/ticket assistance. The location is excellent, being right in front of the station, which proved to be very convenient for both the city and airport access. The dining experience was okay, with sweet rolls available. As for the facilities, they were functional and practical.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very simple, with a window in front of the station, but are adequate.
Service
8.0
The service staff are very polite, although their English is very limited, which can be a challenge at times.
Location
9.0
The location is great, being right in front of the station, making it quite convenient for accessing the city and the airport.
Dining
6.0
The dining offered was okay, with sweet rolls available.
Facilities
7.0
The facilities are functional and practical.
Robert
United States of America,
August
2023
7.4/10
I found this hotel to be very convenient as it is situated right in front of the station, making transportation a breeze. The rooms, although very simple, were adequate for my needs. The service, despite being very limited in English, was extremely polite and the staff were really helpful. The location is superb, being very close to the bus station, which was a big plus. However, the dining options were just okay.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms with a window in front of the station were very simple but adequate.
Service
8.0
The service was very polite, but communication in English was challenging. However, the staff were really helpful with all requests.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location right in front of the station is super convenient, especially being very close to the bus station.
Dining
6.0
The dining experience was just okay.
Facilities
7.0
Although not specified, the facilities seemed to meet basic needs during my stay.
convenient location
limited English
Shane
United States of America,
July
2023
7.4/10
The hotel is quite convenient, being very close to the bus station in Brasil. The rooms, despite being very simple, were adequate and served their purpose. The service, though very limited in English, was really helpful and the staff was very polite. The location is good, especially for accessing the city and the airport. The dining experience was okay, and there was miso soup available. Overall, the hotel provides decent value for the money considering its proximity to the bus station.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms are very simple but adequate for a comfortable stay.
Service
8.0
The service, while very limited in English, was really helpful and the staff were very polite.
Location
8.0
The location is good, especially for accessing the city and the airport, being very close to the bus station in Brasil.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was okay, and I enjoyed the miso soup.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers basic facilities that meet the needs of a typical traveler.