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open for visitors, which bring the tourist closer to the nature and offer adventure to the sassiest
ones and relaxation moments to those who seek only being closer to the green. Historical aspects
can be seen in the countryside of São Paulo checking the old coffee farms, colonial constructions
and vestige of the path of Bandeirantes. Culture and gastronomy reveal the colors and tastes
yet preserved by local inhabitants. In the capital, the great metropolis does not sleep. There are
cultural, artistic and historical attractions, and yet uncountable sets of leisure tools for all sorts of
visitors. A broad range of options so that the tourist can truly know the treasures and diversities
of São Paulo.
Types of accommodation
The offer of lodging in the State is quite diverse, varying according to the profile of the
destination or even the different preferences of tourists who visit each location.
The State of São Paulo counts on more than 250,000 lodging units, distributed in over
4,000 means of lodging. The State follows the official ranking adopted by the Ministry of Tourism
for lodging, but, overall, the most frequently found ones are: hotels, inns, farm hotels, hostels,
and campsites.
Luxury
Very comfortable
Comfortable
Medium comfort
Simple
Very simple
Camping
13
The classification above belongs to Quatro Rodas Guide, Editora Abril, 2014.The
establishments with no classification have been indicated by local city governments.
Hotels vary from simple and budget to luxury category, in which great resorts
and chain hotels take part. In Brazil, the existence of inns [pousadas] and farm hotels
stands out, not so common in foreign countries. Inns are usually small and medium
size and can vary from simple to the most sophisticated category. Usually, they offer
a few rooms distributed in small buildings or horizontally, and they can have chalets
and bungalows. Farm hotels are located in rural environments and offer living
experience in the field and wide structure for leisure. Campsites are also easily found
in the countryside and coast of São Paulo. These are establishments which enable space
for tents. The structure offered varies a lot, but in general they have bathrooms and a
kitchen structure. More common in the city of São Paulo, the number of hostels has been
increasing, becoming a great option for tourists who want to stay low on budget and yet
get to know people from all around the world.