Gay Recife Activities Master List

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Gay Recife Hotels

1 Recife Monte Hotel | R. dos Navegantes, 363 | 81 2121-0909 | http://www.recifemontehotel.com.br/

Just one block back from Boa Viagem beach, this hotel could be one of the few where you request an interior room which overlooks the party scene pool area. Splurge on a suite for the extra room, enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant, and call this place home for the length of your stay!

2 Hotel Tivoli Recife | Rua Tenente João Cicero, 47 | 81 2127-4500 | http://www.hoteltivolirecife.com.br/en/hotel-overview.html

With 35 rooms and balconied rooms, the Hotel Tivoli Recife is a hop, skip and a jump from sexy Boa Viagem beach. Its restaurant serves all three meals, and there's an outdoor swimming pool as well. The rooms are simple and clean, and there is free wifi.

3 Hotel Pousada Banana Country Club | Avenida IV , 6 | 81 3522 9183 | http://www.bananacountryclub.com/

Banana Country is not located in Recife, but nestled in the rainforest at Cabo de Santo Agostinho. However, it is wildly popular with gay visitors, so chances are you can get a ride into town! Theretwo pools and a restaurant on the grounds for relaxing before hitting the clubs in Recife.And they have private cottages if you'd like some alone time with a special someone.

4 Navegantes Praia Hotel | Rua dos Navegantes, 1997 | 81 3326-2710 | http://www.navegantespraiahotel.com.br/

This hotel is only a two-star, but it is steps from Boa Viagem beach, it's clean with crisp white sheets, and it has free wifi, laundry service and a great breakfast. Note that all rooms are non-smoking.

5 Pousada Villa Boa Vista | Rua Miguel Couto, 81 | 81 3223-0666 | http://www.pousadavillaboavista.com.br/

This guest house is near all the gay saunas, so it's super convenient. The exterior has the homey touches of a guesthouse; the rooms could use some updating in terms of style, but they are clean and well maintained. Spend some time in the spacious outdoor lounge; you never know who may pass by. Book directly through the hotel for the best choice of rooms.

6 Cult Hotel | Av. Conselheiro Aguiar, 755 | 81 2123-2777 | http://culthotel.com.br/hospedagem/?lang=en

Don't be put off by the name; this is one of our top picks for Recife. Its funky art collection, sunny outdoor pool area, and multiple lounges give it a clubby feel that impresses. They also have wifi and are super gay-friendly.

7 Hotel Jangadeiro | Av. Boa Viagem, 3114 | 81 3086-5050 | http://www.jangadeirohotel.com.br/ingles/index.php

Jangadeiro is directly on the beach, giving the views from its balconied rooms a tremendous view. There's also free wifi and 24-hour room service.And it's one of the bigger hotels in Recife, so there's always a bit of scene in the comings and goings of the guests; absolutely make time for the gorgeous pool with its lounge area.

8 Mercure Recife Metrópolis | Rua Estado de Israel 203 | 81 3087-3700 | http://www.accorhotels.com/gb/hotel-5019-mercure-recife-metropolis-hotel/index.shtml

This hotel is set back from the beach, but it's a Mercure so you can rest assured that you'll be in a 21st-century setting with all the amenities you can expect, including free wifi, a great breakfast, and American comforts.

9 Recife Plaza Hotel | Rua da Aurora, 225 | (81) 3222 9058 | http://www.recifeplazahotel.com.br/

This three-star, highrise hotel is directly on the harbor and has a ton of amenities, including a rooftop pool, volleyball court, gym, and stunning views book a room high up to take advantage, especially at Carnival, which goes right past its front door.

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Gay Recife Bars

1 Pithousen (also called Pit House and Pithausen) | Rua Giriquiti 139 | (81) 3221-0644 | no website

2 Galeria Joana DArc | Avenida Herculano Bandeira, 513 | 81 9162-3742 | http://galeriajoanadarc.com/ (doesn't work)

This is the place to chill out and have a well-made cocktail before heading out for the late-hours nightclubs.

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Gay Recife Clubs/Discos

1 Metropole | Rua das Ninfas, 125 | 81- 3423-0123 | http://www.boatemetropole.com.br/

We're going to go ahead and list other clubs here, but let's face it Metropole is where you want to be. It's a huge space with indoor and outdoor spaces and a pool, which is the theme of their Sunday night party. It opens early (6pm) during the week and late (10pm) on the weekends, and there are go-go boys, strippers, and drag shows.

2 Cats Night Club | Rua do Brum, 85 | (81) 424-3150 | no website

This is a mixed gay and lesbian club, but is heavily gay with dark rooms, cozy mezzanines, and DJs spinning current hits and electronica. The huge bar is quite the pickup scene with this young crowd. Only open Thursday-Sunday.

3 New Misty | Av. Conselheiro Aguiar, 793 | 81 3325-4573 | no website

New Misty is open from Thursdays to Sundays, and has drag shows, a great mixture of old and new music, and plenty of pretty, pretty eye candy. The bar area, with its red lighting and chandeliers, is perfect for a chat.

4 MKB (Meu Kaso Bar) | Rua Bispo Cardoso Ayres, 04 | 81 - 3223-0921 | http://www.meukasobar.com.br

You can see MKB from blocks away, with its pink and red lit exterior; inside, there is live music, drag shows, and DJ-fueled danceathons. And it's right in the city center, so if you're at a beachfron hotel you're nice and close.

5 Mix Pub | Rua do Sossego, 11 | 81 3423.5366 | http://www.mixpub.com.br/

This club is heavy on live Brazilian music, with mixed pop tunes by DJs and great drag shows. They don't have theme nights, but heavily promote their live singers, which are popular with the gay crowd. A very fun, local experience that's all gay.

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Gay Recife Sauna

1 Sauna-Termas-Club 111 | Rua Corredor do Bispo, 111 | 081 3223 5883 | http://www.superamarelas.com/classificados/1169/clubes-esportistas-e-atletas/club-111-sauna-thermas-recife-pe

This sauna has a casual atmosphere, with exposed brick walls and homey furniture. There's a bar with food and plenty of lounge areas to chill out. As you could guess, there is also a video room, pool area, dark room, and there are private cabins that are small but comfortable. Nightly shows and evening bar scene.

2 Termas Boa Vista | Rua Dom Manoel Pereira, 63 | 081 3423 3404 | http://www.termasboavista.com.br/

The private cabins here are free, while you have to pay for the suites. The facilities are clean, safe and comfortable. There are plenty of boys here, so it's a good thing it's open until 6am so you can take your time and try a couple out. Make sure to take a taxi, even if you're close by it's not the safest area.

3 Blue Thermas | Rua José Domingues da Silva, 147 | 081 3462 3707 | http://www.bluethermas.com.br/

Blue Thermas has dozens of boys, and a clientele that includes locals and tourists from every walk of life. Weekends are the best time to go, while during the week there can be slim pickings. As far as the facilities go, it is minimalist, clean, and comfortable. Make sure to take a taxi, even if you're close by it's not the safest area.

4 Thermas Sauna Progresso Club | Rua do Progresso, 191 | 081 3221 1019 | http://www.progressoclub.com.br/site/

Obviously this is a sauna, with all the facilities you'd expect. But the big draw here are the drag shows and other entertainment each night. It's faggy and fabulous, but don't fear there are plenty of rent boys to go around as well.

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Gay Recife Restaurants

1 Carcará | R. Ribeiro de Brito, 1084 | 081 3327 0176 | http://www.barerestaurantecarcara.com.br/

This regional cuisine restaurant features enormous portions of grilled meats, generous and hearty side dishes, and a "Clube do Whisky" to wash it all down. It's a fun, gay-friendly place.

2 Cachacaria Carvalheira | R. Manoel Didier, 53 | 81 3471-6111 | http://www.carvalheira.com.br/

This cachaça distillery is worth a visit they even have tours, and a shop that is packed with all their brands. But before you start slamming down this delicious sugarcane liquor, stop in to the restaurant to line your tummy with dishes from their delicious menu.

3 Beijupira Restaurant | Rua Saldanha Marinha, Olinda | (81) 3439 6691 | http://www.beijupiraolinda.com.br/home.html

This restaurant, in sister city Olinda, has high-end food and drinks in a gorgeous setting. They have a diverse menu, but the focus is seafood, so get your fill here.

4 Patua Restaurant | Rua Bernardo Vieira de Melo, 79 | (81) 3055-0833 | no website

Another restaurant in neighboring Olinda, Patua is a cut above the rest, wth fusion seafood dishes from a creative chef that will knock your socks off. Make sure to book a table that affords the stunning view of Olinda and Recife.

5 Haikai | R. Ernesto de Paula Santos, 887 | 81 3463-3065 | no website

Sushi? In Recife? Yep! It's fresh, cheap, good, and although the place itself isn't much to look at, it's totally worth a visit if you're craving Japanese.

6 Anjo Solto | Av Herculano Bandeira, 513 | (81) 3325.0862 | http://www.anjosolto.com.br/

You might think of this place only for the bar scene, which is pretty sexy; but it's open from 11am and is a great creperie in its own right, so grab a bite to eat here anytime and check out teh scene day or night.

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Gay Recife Activities

1 Cine Mix | Rua da Soledade, 352 | 081 3223-7050 | no website

This is a mixed-crowd sex cinema, with hetero and gay rooms, cabins, a dark room, and legit bar. There are also drag shows and stripper shows daily. Open 10-10 every day.

2 Imperador | Rua do Imperador, 452 | 81 3424 9317 | no website

Films from all over the world, private cabins, and even parties are on the agenda at this gay cinema.

3 Lux I e II | Av. Dantas Barreto, 1040 | 81 3224-7253 | no website

Another gay sex cinema.

4 Leoes do Norte | http://www.leoesdonorte.org.br/home.php

This is the main gay advocady group for the region, and it's based in Recife. On their (Portuguese) website you can find news, opinion, and event listings.

5 Cinema Ritz Astor | Rua do Hospício 875 | 81-3222 6615 | no website

This is a sex cinema with a lot of action in the seats if you want to suck or get sucked, this is the place to go. There's a diverse crowd from twinks to mature, so you're bound to find someone to wet your whistle.

6 Shopping Boa Vista | R. do Giriquiti, 48 | 81 3423-5666 | http://www.shoppingboavista.com.br/

As is relatively prevalent in Brazil, the food court of this shopping mall is a popular cruising area. All kinds gather here, not only for cruising but for meeting up and making plans for the night. Nothing like shopping/cruising multitasking! Closed on Sundays.

7 Ursos de Pernambuco | Rua do Riachuelo, 704 | 081 3037 2772 | http://www.ursosdepernambuco.com.br/site/

This is the bear club of the region, and their website has everything you need to know about the bear scene in Recife. If you're looking for the bear events while you're in town, check out the tab labeled "BEARCONTROS" (the site is in Portuguese only) and you'll get the idea.