Fortaleza, Brazil

Fortaleza, five hundred miles northwest of Recife it is the capital of Ceará State, was founded in 1611. Currently with a population of 1,766,000 it became the capital of Ceará in 1810. Few places present as many attractions,both natural and cultural, as does Fortaleza. Located only two degrees south of the equator, this authentic tropical paradise welcomes thousands of visitors every year who are fascinated with the wide beaches, the sea of warm green waters, the brightness, the historical monuments, the handicrafts, and the local customs and traditions. It is a large, modern city where bold new architecture contrasts with beautiful beaches and tall coconut palms. A good range of hotels, pousadas and resorts are available. On the beaches, visitors can see local fishermen who take to the sea in their rugged "jangadas" (crude sailing rafts traditionally used for fishing in the region). Thier daily struggle against the wind and waves is a facinating sight.

Beach Park	Resort	Aquiraz	Yes	$206
Brasil Tropical	4	Near beach	Yes	$60
Casa de Praia	3	Near Beach	Yes	$49
Chales do Atlantico	3	Near Beach	Yes	$55
Dunas de Paracuru	3	Near Beach	Yes	$39
Othon Palace Fortaleza	4	Near Beach	Yes	$85
Gran Marquise Sol Melia	5	Near Beach	Yes	$140
La Maison	3	Near Beach	Yes	$45
Magna Praia	4	Near Beach	Yes	$60
Marina Park	5	Near Beach	Yes	$93
Olympo Praia	4	Near Beach	Yes	$71
Ponta Mar	4	Near Beach	Yes	$94
Porto Belo Praia	3	Near Beach	Yes	$38
Porto Jangada Flat	3	Near Beach	Yes	UR
Pousada Casa Romana	3	Near Beach	Yes	$38
Praia das Fontes	4	Near Beach	Yes	$150
Praiano Palace	4	Near Beach	Yes	$99
Residencial Praia	3	Near Beach	Yes	$40
Seara Praia	5	Near Beach	Yes	$129
Sol Jangada	4	Near Beach	Yes	$65
Sunset Beach Hotel	4	Cumbuco	Yes	$45
Vila Gale	4	Near Beach	Yes	$88

These are featured hotels that we have Quality Checked because they are an excellent value with a reputation for great service.