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Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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.

First Class , everything 5*+
Scored 9.2
9.2
Rated superb
Superb
504 reviews
Price from
£279.48
1 night, 2 adults
Casa Geranio, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

Boasting an outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi, Casa Geranio is a charming B&B located in a unique area of Rio, just 500 metres from Lapa's Arches and 1 km from Cinelandia metro station.

The central location, the good eye for detail, the excellent breakfast, the very friendly and helpful hosts and staff members
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
302 reviews
Price from
£155.38
1 night, 2 adults
Mar Ipanema Hotel, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Mar Ipanema Hotel is ideally located, just 100 metres from the world-famous Ipanema Beach.

Location
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,103 reviews
Price from
£109.90
1 night, 2 adults
PortoBay Rio de Janeiro, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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.

The professional approach taken by all of the staff, without exception. Nothing was too much trouble for them. 👍
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
3,119 reviews
Price from
£105.69
1 night, 2 adults
Arena Copacabana Hotel, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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.

Wonderful staff. Varied breakfast. Great location.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
2,090 reviews
Price from
£100.38
1 night, 2 adults
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

Novotel Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont has contemporary rooms with 24-hour room service. It features a fitness centre and restaurant serving Brazilian cuisines. Santos Dumont Airport is 400 metres away....

N/A
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,435 reviews
Price from
£58.79
1 night, 2 adults
Injoy Suítes & Aparts, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

Located only 500 metres from Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Beach, Injoy Suítes & Aparts Design offers free WiFi access. Botafogo metro station is 300 metres away.

The kind service, the well-maintained communal area and kitchen, the WiFi connectivity, the air conditiining in the rooms, the comfortable mattresses.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,011 reviews
Price from
£42.79
1 night, 2 adults
Sugar Loft Apartments, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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

I liked the apartment generally, it was mostly like in the pictures and everything for the kitchen was there, that was great! A short walk away is the "center" of Santa Teresa, the streets are amazing and colourful!
Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
490 reviews
Price from
£51.91
1 night, 2 adults
Books Hostel, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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 100 metres from famous Lapa area.

Backpackers vibes. Party place with happy hours a 19h. Very good to socialize and meeting people in rio. Mainly western people. Big common area with tv and netflix. Nice volunteers staff and nice rasta manager. Close to lapa bars and walking distance to historical center.
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
557 reviews
Price from
£42.70
1 night, 2 adults
JANEIRO Hotel, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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.

The location was excellent. Very friendly staff and helpful.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
428 reviews
Price from
£354.05
1 night, 2 adults
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  • Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 504 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.

    Beautiful Hotel, big rooms and great garden / pool area.

  • Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,435 reviews

    Novotel Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont has contemporary rooms with 24-hour room service. It features a fitness centre and restaurant serving Brazilian cuisines. Santos Dumont Airport is 400 metres away.

    Tudo muito bom. Instalações atendem perfeitamente!

  • Arena Copacabana Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,090 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.

    Location, the views, good breakfast and very good staff

  • Mar Ipanema Hotel
    Scored 8.3
    8.3
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,103 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Mar Ipanema Hotel is ideally located, just 100 metres from the world-famous Ipanema Beach.

    great location, wonderful staff, clean, great food

  • PortoBay Rio de Janeiro
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 3,119 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.

    Breakfast was great. Staff were absolutely lovely!

  • Santa Vista Rio
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,017 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.

    Fanatic view, lovely stay, will definitely revisit

  • Samba Rio 1900
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 539 reviews

    Samba Rio 1900 offers charming accommodation 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.

    La buena onda y predisposición de la recepciónista

  • Mirante do Arvrao
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 740 reviews

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

    La vista increible!! Una experiencia unica!! Recomendada..

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  • Injoy Suítes & Aparts
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,011 reviews

    Located only 500 metres from Rio de Janeiro’s Botafogo Beach, Injoy Suítes & Aparts Design offers free WiFi access. Botafogo metro station is 300 metres away.

    Bem limpo e organizado o quarto! Aconchegante a suíte

  • Sugar Loft Apartments
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 490 reviews

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

    Confortável, limpo, aconchegante, bem estruturado.

  • Vidigal Varandas Hostel
    Scored 8.0
    8.0
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 345 reviews

    Located in the pacified Favela do Vidigal slum in Rio de Janeiro, 15 km from the city centre and 2 km from Praia do Leblon beach, Vidigal Varandas Hostel features a shared, fully equipped kitchen, and...

    Muito bem recebido, ótimas pessoas, voltarei em breve

  • Hotel Atlantico Star
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 14,471 reviews

    Just 450 metres from Copacabana Beach, the Hotel Atlantico Star features a sun terrace that overlooks the sea.

    Custo/benefício corresponde bem as expectativas.

  • Casa Geranio
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 302 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 500 metres from Lapa's Arches and 1 km from Cinelandia metro station.

    The property itself is beautiful and very comfortable is in a peaceful location.

  • Casa Verde Río
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 112 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro’s South Zone, 2 km from the beach and close to eco tourism attractions, this guest house offers a swimming pool, bar and breakfast.

    la chambre, l’emplacement, les propriétaires, tout!

  • Lapa Chêca Guest House
    Scored 9.7
    9.7
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 7 reviews

    We are back!! We were a 9.8 at Booking.com before closing due to the pandemics.

    L'accueil et la gentillesse de Maria, la proximité des commerces et restaurants. Nous reviendrons !

  • Villa Alexandrino
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 81 reviews

    Villa Alexandrino offers a spectacular view of the Guanabara Bay and is located in the charming district of Santa Teresa.

    A charming old mansion with unbeatable views over Rio.

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  • Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel
    Scored 9.5
    9.5
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 201 reviews

    Located in the quiet Santa Teresa district and overlooking the Guanabara Bay, the Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel offers elegance and tranquility in a perfect setting for a romantic stay.

    Staff and the cat Colette were great. Thank you for our stay

  • Leblon House Cupertino perto da praia portaria 24 h garagem ar condicionado e lava seca roupas
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 55 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.

    It was very clean, quiet and convenient for all restaurants.

  • KS Residence
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 223 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, 2 km from Barra da Tijuca Beach.

    Really nice apartment in great location for what I wanted

  • JANEIRO Hotel
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 428 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.

    location is fantastic, nice to have a beach service

  • Sant' Martre
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 374 reviews

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

    A vista, a natureza. a simpatia do Ivo e o café da manhã

  • Rio Design Copacabana Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,889 reviews

    Located 100 metres from Copacabana Beach, Rio Design Copacabana Hotel offers 4-star accommodation. Free WiFi is available.

    Excellent breakfast Location Good front desk personnel

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Rio de Janeiro

  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 290 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.
    Amiria
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £247.36
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 281 reviews
    Atmosphere, great design, privacy and freindly staff
    Tonis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £121.68
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 852 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 ;)
    Andreas
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £179.32
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 266 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
    Lucinda
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £301.31
    Scored 8.6
    8.6
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 135 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.
    J
    Jenny
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £322.97
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 504 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
    A
    Anonymous
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £247.36
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 281 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.
    Adelaide
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £247.36
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 281 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.
    Yael
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £38.28
    Scored 8.9
    8.9
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,934 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).
    tourist
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £247.36
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 281 reviews
    Great boutique hotel, stunning inside! The pool and views were quite lovely. Service most of the time helpful.
    Tina
    Young couple

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