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Located in the historical and cultural heart of Rio de Janeiro, this 5-star boutique hotel offers a unique concept of tropical design and panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro’s bay.

Great staff, awesome breakfast
Review score
9.3
Wonderful
508 reviews
Price from
$304.93
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting an outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi, Casa Geranio is a charming B&B located in a unique area of Rio, just 1640 feet from Lapa's Arches and 0.6 mi from Cinelandia metro station.

Great interior design, super host and beautiful breakfast (everyday difference things ) Very comfortable bed The view is great And every morning we have little cute visitors 🐒
Review score
9.6
Exceptional
332 reviews
Price from
$197.16
1 night, 2 adults

Set in Rio de Janeiro, JANEIRO Hotel it's a 5-minute walk from Post 12 - Leblon. Guests can enjoy a drink at JANEIRO bar or easy going food in the JANEIRO's on-site restaurant.

Great location and design. Food and staff were excellent; however there were some things that did not add up to 5 stars.
Review score
9.0
Wonderful
408 reviews
Price from
$472.88
1 night, 2 adults

Located in Rio de Janeiro, Mar Ipanema Hotel is ideally located, just 328 feet from the world-famous Ipanema Beach.

The staff was especially attentive and solved a major problem we had with a tour operator. The hotel manager was excellent in addressing our issue with the tour operator and was able to get our money refunded. When we had issues with our safe (the battery), the staff immediately addressed it. The location is one block from the Ipanema Beach! The hotel provides towels and umbrellas free-of-charge. There are wonderful restaurants nearby -- too many to choose from!
Review score
8.3
Very Good
1,041 reviews
Price from
$179.55
1 night, 2 adults

Boasting stunning views of the Sugarloaf, Corcovado and the Copacabana beachfront, PortoBay Rio de Janeiro features a restaurant and a bar with bossa nova music.

Staff went above & beyond to help us. Comfortable room, amazing breakfast. Lots of shops and restaurants nearby. I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again if I was to return.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
3,064 reviews
Price from
$158.66
1 night, 2 adults

Ideally located right next to Copacabana Beach, this modern hotel offers a rooftop pool. Gym, sauna and a fine restaurant are its highlights. Free WiFi access is provided throughout.

The staff , the breakfast and the location.
Review score
8.4
Very Good
2,034 reviews
Price from
$116.30
1 night, 2 adults

Novotel Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont has contemporary rooms with 24 hour room service. It features a fitness center and restaurant serving Brazilian cuisines. Santos Dumont Airport is 1300 ft away.

It was misleading because looked like was in the airport and wasn't. And the area is not safe so I had to take a cab to the airport.
Review score
8.3
Very Good
1,464 reviews
Price from
$74.14
1 night, 2 adults

Located only 1640 feet from Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Beach, Injoy Suítes & Aparts Design offers free WiFi access. Botafogo metro station is 984 feet away.

Staff are attentive,friendly and courteous.
Review score
8.8
Excellent
1,082 reviews
Price from
$58.06
1 night, 2 adults

Located in the famous and bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, Sugar Loft is set in a building built in the 1930s and since then completely modernized.

Everything was perfect with de apartament.
Review score
8.1
Very Good
616 reviews
Price from
$40.99
1 night, 2 adults

Books Hostel offers dormitory rooms and twin rooms with shared bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. It is situated in Santa Teresa, just a few hundred feet from famous Lapa area.

Fun, nice breakfast, nice parties, quiet during the night, which helped me to sleep good to party later
Review score
8.4
Very Good
510 reviews
Price from
$49.53
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 332 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi, Casa Geranio is a charming B&B located in a unique area of Rio, just 1640 feet from Lapa's Arches and 0.6 mi from Cinelandia metro station.

  • Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 508 reviews

    Located in the historical and cultural heart of Rio de Janeiro, this 5-star boutique hotel offers a unique concept of tropical design and panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro’s bay.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,464 reviews

    Novotel Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont has contemporary rooms with 24 hour room service. It features a fitness center and restaurant serving Brazilian cuisines. Santos Dumont Airport is 1300 ft away.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 2,034 reviews

    Ideally located right next to Copacabana Beach, this modern hotel offers a rooftop pool. Gym, sauna and a fine restaurant are its highlights. Free WiFi access is provided throughout.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 1,041 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, Mar Ipanema Hotel is ideally located, just 328 feet from the world-famous Ipanema Beach.

  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 3,064 reviews

    Boasting stunning views of the Sugarloaf, Corcovado and the Copacabana beachfront, PortoBay Rio de Janeiro features a restaurant and a bar with bossa nova music.

  • Review score
    8.3
    Very Good · 845 reviews

    Samba Rio 1900 offers charming accommodations in Rio de Janeiro. Guests can enjoy free WiFi throughout the property. Rooms here will provide guests with a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.

  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 695 reviews

    Located on top of the Vidigal Favela, Mirante do Arvrao features a deck with panoramic and outstanding views of Leblon and Ipanema Beaches.

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  • Review score
    8.8
    Excellent · 1,082 reviews

    Located only 1640 feet from Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Beach, Injoy Suítes & Aparts Design offers free WiFi access. Botafogo metro station is 984 feet away.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 616 reviews

    Located in the famous and bohemian neighborhood of Santa Teresa, Sugar Loft is set in a building built in the 1930s and since then completely modernized.

  • Review score
    8.1
    Very Good · 396 reviews

    Vidigal Varandas Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Rio de Janeiro.

    Guest review
    Very nice and fun place and it has a patio with an amazing view. Very close to Leblon and Ipanema beach. The neighborhood is safe and full of humble and friendly people.
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 510 reviews

    Books Hostel offers dormitory rooms and twin rooms with shared bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. It is situated in Santa Teresa, just a few hundred feet from famous Lapa area.

  • Review score
    6.7
    Pleasant · 13,480 reviews

    Just 1476 feet from Copacabana Beach, the Hotel Atlantico Star features a sun terrace that overlooks the sea.

  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 125 reviews

    Casa Verde Río is a recently renovated bed and breakfast in Rio de Janeiro where guests can make the most of its pool with a view, garden, and bar.

    Guest review
    We absolutely loved staying at this lovely home with two of the nicest guys ever!!! Seriously felt like a home away from home!! But in Rio!!!!
  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 37 reviews

    Just 1.1 miles from Selarón Steps and 1.2 miles from Municipal Theater, Lapa Chêca Guest House features accommodations in Rio de Janeiro, with a shared lounge.

  • Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 58 reviews

    Just 2 blocks from Leblon Beach, Leblon House is a modern apartment equipped with air conditioning. Ideally located, Shopping Leblon and Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas are both 3 blocks away.

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  • Review score
    9.0
    Wonderful · 408 reviews

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, JANEIRO Hotel it's a 5-minute walk from Post 12 - Leblon. Guests can enjoy a drink at JANEIRO bar or easy going food in the JANEIRO's on-site restaurant.

  • Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 228 reviews

    Self-catering apartments with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi and free parking are offered at KS Residence. It is located on a quiet street, 1.2 mi from Barra da Tijuca Beach.

  • Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 326 reviews

    Boasting a terrace with scenic city and mountain views, Sant' Martre provides charming and comfortable accommodations in trendy and bohemian Santa Teresa´s district. Free WiFi is available.

    Guest review
    Staff was extremely friendly and helpful. The view of the room was amazing. Very clean and simple. Breakfast was like Brazilian home made. We look forward to visiting again.
  • Review score
    8.4
    Very Good · 932 reviews

    On the Santa Teresa district, just a 20-minute drive from Botafogo Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Santa Vista Rio offers views of the Corcovado Christ Statue, Sugar Loaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay.

  • Review score
    7.8
    Good · 3,834 reviews

    Located 328 feet from Copacabana Beach, Rio Design Copacabana Hotel offers 4-star accommodations. Free WiFi is available.

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  • Review score
    9.6
    Exceptional · 362 reviews
    Superb boutique hotel with extraordinary views, well-appointed spaces and lovely, helpful, well-organised staff. A peaceful refuge in the fresh hilltop air above Rio, the hotel offers a great, varied breakfast freshly made to order and easy access via reasonably priced taxis to downtown, beaches and other attractions. The infinity pool by the honesty bar overlooking the pão de açucar and overlooked by the Corcovado is a magical place to refresh after a day in the city.
    Guest review by
    Amiria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $319.55
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 309 reviews
    Atmosphere, great design, privacy and freindly staff
    Guest review by
    Tonis
    Young couple
  • Review score
    8.6
    Excellent · 860 reviews
    Super classy and stylish interior design! It gives you a super nice nostalgic vibe of Rio! Staff is super friendly and welcoming, missed breakfast twice and they made some extra for me :) Rooftop terrace is not Pão Acugar but pretty damn good view ;)
    Guest review by
    Andreas
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $395.57
    Review score
    9.4
    Wonderful · 298 reviews
    Unbelievable property in a stunning location Beautifully designed With the most amazing view Felt so peaceful here but it’s still so close to rio The best part about this stay was definitely the staff who were so lovely and accommodating - nothing was too much and the food was excellent
    Guest review by
    Lucinda
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $321.48
    Review score
    8.5
    Very Good · 155 reviews
    Wonderful design hotel, friendly staff, fantastic breakfast. I enjoyed both the time out exploring Santa Teresa and the time in, reading and relaxing by the pool (with gorgeous views of Rio). I stayed in the master suite and would definitely come back alone or with my partner/friends.
    Guest review by
    Jenny
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $459.26
    Review score
    9.3
    Wonderful · 508 reviews
    Very cozy boutique hotel. Nicely designed rooms with very comfortable beds and bedding. Great views from the pool/bar area. Friendly staff and nice looking and tasty artisanal breakfast
    Guest review by
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $319.55
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 309 reviews
    Oasis design boutique hotel in the middle of Santa Teresa. Amazing experience. Everything was perfect. A special word for the staff: Leo, Pablo and Brunelle and the project from the owners that is behind this special art deco dream athmosphere.
    Guest review by
    Adelaide
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $319.55
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 309 reviews
    A nicely designed boutique hotel, large rooms, clean and tasty. The staff is excellent, welcoming, helpful and advising. A beautiful yard with a pool. The hotel is wonderful and full value for money.
    Guest review by
    Yael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $43.72
    Review score
    8.7
    Excellent · 2,314 reviews
    Entire area of the hotel is amazing and beautiful. It’s great that someone renovated this place. I absolutely loved the design and vibes of the complex. It’s clean, No insects in the room. In the morning we had a great coffe in the canteen terrace, surrounded by stunning trees and singing birds… Lovely! It’s a good spot for a train to Jesus the Redeemer and for hike from Mirante Dona Marta (go there by Uber, better view than from Jesus).
    Guest review by
    tourist_PL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $319.55
    Review score
    9.5
    Exceptional · 309 reviews
    Great boutique hotel, stunning inside! The pool and views were quite lovely. Service most of the time helpful.
    Guest review by
    Tina
    Young couple

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