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If Sao Paulo is only a stopover as a transport hub for you, then this is a good hotel that has deals on the net and if you join their scheme (which is free) gives you late check-out at 4pm. Free transport to and from the airport too.
Rua Rafael Balzani, 32
Guarulhos
Tel: 55 11 6475 7500
tryp.guarulhos@solmelia.com
Stunningly designed hotel by architect Ruy Ohtake. It looks like a slice of water melon replete with 'pips' for windows. It's worth a visit solely for the roof terrace. The views of São Paulo up top make you feel like you're in a South American version of Blade Runner, minus Rutger Hauer mind.
4700 Avenida Brigadeiro Luis Antonio;
tel: 11 3055 4710;
www.hotelunique.com.br
Neat, secure hotel in the old centre. The rooms aren’t big or characterful, but they’re safe and clean.
Av São Luis 234
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