Macau · Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Macau
I’d choose between the peninsula and the islands before looking at hotels. A pool on Cotai and a morning in the old town are both appealing. They’re different days.
Rob’s quick picks
- First visits and heritage walksMacao Peninsula and Senado Square
- Food and village streetsTaipa Village
- Slower days and quieter eveningsColoane
4 areas compared
Macao Peninsula and Senado Square
Best forFirst visits and heritage walks
Why I’d stay hereBase yourself near Senado Square for the historic center and the Ruins of St. Paul’s.
Worth knowingCheck how close you are to the parts of the old town you want to walk through.
Taipa Village
Best forFood and village streets
Why I’d stay hereLook here for local restaurants and a base with a different feel from the big resorts.
Worth knowingCheck how you’ll get back from the peninsula in the evening.
Coloane
Best forSlower days and quieter evenings
Why I’d stay hereConsider Coloane when village walks and time outdoors are part of the trip.
Worth knowingCheck accommodation choice and evening connections before booking.
Cotai
Best forResorts and shows
Why I’d stay hereStay in Cotai if you’ll spend most of your time at the resorts.
Worth knowingCheck the route to your exact venue. Crossing a resort complex can be a walk in itself.
Questions before you book
Where should I stay on a first visit to Macau?
Base yourself near Senado Square for the historic center and the Ruins of St. Paul’s.
What should I check before booking?
Check how close you are to the parts of the old town you want to walk through.
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