The Tryp Jesuino Arruda is a good choice of hotel in Sao Paulo. At only $60 US, it is not expensive, and the rooms, service, and location are good. I felt safe enough in the area to walk around in the early evening looking for a place to eat (though some streets are friendlier for walking than others). There are some really stylish restaurants within 2-8 blocks of the hotel (and some cute high-end clothes boutiques as well). The room was a simply but sleekly designed room with blond wood accents, a comfortable bed, and a small balcony with a view onto the cityscape. The bathroom was very clean, modern, and well appointed. Though a "new" hotel, the hallways showed some signs of wear. All in all, it was a comfortable, adequately stylish place to stay and I would definitely stay there again when I am in Sao Paulo.