Where to stay
Where to stay in Garopaba
Garopaba has beaches for every taste. If you are after nature, surf and a view that changes by the hour, Silveira Beach is a good choice. Here we tell you what it is like and what staying at Refúgio da Silveira is like.
Garopaba in a few words
Garopaba is on the south coast of Santa Catarina, among beaches, hills and Atlantic Forest. Silveira Beach is about 2.5 km from the centre, about 8 km by car from Praia da Ferrugem and about 16 km by car from Praia do Rosa. From Florianópolis International Airport it is about 90 km, or 1 hour 30 by car.
Guesthouse, hotel or holiday house?
Refúgio da Silveira is not a guesthouse or a hotel: it is two whole holiday houses, one bedroom each, with a full kitchen, a private outdoor bathtub and self check-in. For people who like to cook, have privacy and arrive on their own schedule, it is a good fit.
If you are looking for a reception desk, room service or shared areas, a guesthouse or hotel may suit you better, and you will find options in the region. The right choice depends on the kind of trip.
Why Silveira Beach
Silveira is an open-sea beach, with right-hand waves known to surfers, Atlantic Forest on the hills and buildings set back from the water. At the southern end there is a lookout, the Lagoinha and a shallow stream, and sunset can be watched from the top of the hill, on the lagoon side. It is a place for those who want nature and scenery. The complete beach guide gathers everything we checked.
What staying at Refúgio da Silveira is like
The Refúgio has two contemporary houses, each with a private outdoor bathtub on the deck, views of the lagoon, the hills and the sunset, a full kitchen and Wi-Fi. Parking is free, check-in is self check-in, from 3 pm (check-out by 11 am), and pets are welcome.
Which house to choose
Espaço Lagoa sleeps up to 4 guests and has an open view of the lagoon and the sunset. Espaço Bosque sleeps up to 3 guests and sits among the trees, with lagoon views and an ethanol fireplace. Both houses have 1 bedroom, a double bed and 1 bathroom.
When to go
In summer demand is higher and the beach tends to be busier. From July to November, southern right whales come close to the coast, peaking in September: see the page on the whales. In autumn and winter, the outdoor bathtub, available all year, and the ethanol fireplace at Espaço Bosque give the stay a different pace.
What to do nearby
From the Refúgio, a short footpath leads to the Canto Sul lookout, and sunset over the lagoon comes at the end of the day. Things to do in Garopaba gathers the outings, neighbouring beaches and trails.
How to get here
Silveira is about 1 hour 30 by car from Florianópolis International Airport. The last stretches may be dirt road. The exact address is sent after the booking is confirmed.
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Updated on October 10, 2026
Guest reviews
Rated 4.96 from 86 reviews.
“The view is breathtaking and the bathtub on the balcony is a charm of its own.”
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“The place is spectacular… the view, the energy and the host's care to make the stay as pleasant as possible are what set it apart. The house is impeccable. Very comfortable and well equipped.”
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“The view, the calm and the nature are perfect for disconnecting.”
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