Skip to main content

The best boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Check out our pick of great boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Filter by:

Review score

See the latest prices and deals by choosing your dates.
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.

Most beautiful Spot ever with very helpful and charming personnel. There is nothing better than waking up in this wonderful Location and looking onto santa Teresa on the one side and rio and the bay on the other. And the Restaurant is just a Dream
Scored 9.3
9.3
Rated superb
Superb
505 reviews
Price from
£269.62
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 pool, staff and breakfast
Scored 9.6
9.6
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
313 reviews
Price from
£149.90
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.

Stylisé
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
421 reviews
Price from
£341.56
1 night, 2 adults
KS Residence, hotel in Rio de Janeiro

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.

Good location, friendly and helpful staff.
Scored 9.0
9.0
Rated superb
Superb
220 reviews
Price from
£84.73
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.

Close to the beach, good breakfast that starts at 6am, late check out at 12 noon
Scored 8.3
8.3
Rated very good
Very good
1,102 reviews
Price from
£104.03
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.

Perfect location and the best staff.
Scored 8.9
8.9
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
3,191 reviews
Price from
£101.97
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.

The great location with lots of restaurants within walking distance
Scored 8.5
8.5
Rated very good
Very good
2,072 reviews
Price from
£97.53
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....

the people
Scored 8.1
8.1
Rated very good
Very good
1,444 reviews
Price from
£65.77
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.

Ideally situated in Botafogo, close to Metro and bus routes. Easy access to all tourist sites such as Lapa, Santa Teresa, Corcovado, Pão de Açucar, Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon. Clean and comfortable, very secure. Communal kitchen for use by all guests.
Scored 8.7
8.7
Rated fabulous
Fabulous
1,033 reviews
Price from
£44.14
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.

Scored 8.2
8.2
Rated very good
Very good
534 reviews
Price from
£50.08
1 night, 2 adults
All boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro
Looking for a boutique hotel?
These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.

Most booked boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro and surroundings in the past month

See all

Enjoy breakfast in Rio de Janeiro!

  • Casa Geranio
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 313 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.

  • KS Residence
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 220 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

  • Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    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.

    The rooms, breakfast, staff and grounds are all fabulous

  • Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
    Scored 8.1
    8.1
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 1,444 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.

    Close to SDU airport, friendly staff, okay breakfast

  • Arena Copacabana Hotel
    Scored 8.5
    8.5
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 2,072 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
     · 1,102 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
     · 3,191 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!

  • Samba Rio 1900
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 666 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.

    Ambiente clin e confortável perto de vários lugares

Save money on boutique in Rio de Janeiro – budget options available!

  • Injoy Suítes & Aparts
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 1,033 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.

    Good communication with the staff. Location felt safe.

  • Sugar Loft Apartments
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 534 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.

    Neat spot, kind host, beautiful views, washing machine

  • Mirante do Arvrao
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 721 reviews

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

    Atendimento, o quarto, a vista, café da manhã impecável.

  • Vidigal Varandas Hostel
    Scored 8.2
    8.2
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 368 reviews

    Vidigal Varandas Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Rio de Janeiro. Located around 1.3 km from Praia do Vidigal, the hostel with free WiFi is also 2 km away from Leblon Beach.

    Muito bem recebido, ótimas pessoas, voltarei em breve

  • Sant' Martre
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 355 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

  • Books Hostel
    Budget options available
    Scored 8.4
    8.4
    Rated very good
    Very good
     · 551 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 100 metres from famous Lapa area.

    Staff were amazing! A fun hostel with good breakfast

  • Hotel Atlantico Star
    Scored 6.8
    6.8
    Rated pleasant
    Pleasant
     · 14,094 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 Verde Río
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 117 reviews

    1.9 km from Sao Conrado Beach, Casa Verde Río is a recently renovated property situated in Rio de Janeiro and features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking.

    Friendly hosts, amazing place and delicious breakfast!

Great access to the city centre! Check these boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro

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

    Situated conveniently in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Lapa Chêca Guest House is set 1.8 km from Escadaria Selarón, 1.9 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 3.3 km from...

    Buena atención, instalaciones con ciertas limitaciones

  • Maison Mama Ruisa
    Scored 9.4
    9.4
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 195 reviews

    Located in the quiet Santa Teresa district and overlooking the Guanabara Bay, the Maison Mama Ruisa 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 9.3
    9.3
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 56 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.

  • Villa Alexandrino
    Scored 9.2
    9.2
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 80 reviews

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, in a historic building, 3.1 km from Escadaria Selarón, Villa Alexandrino is a bed and breakfast with an outdoor swimming pool and garden.

    A charming old mansion with unbeatable views over Rio.

  • JANEIRO Hotel
    Scored 9.0
    9.0
    Rated superb
    Superb
     · 421 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

  • Santa Vista Rio
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 980 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

  • Rio Design Copacabana Hotel
    Scored 7.9
    7.9
    Rated good
    Good
     · 3,869 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

FAQ about boutique hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Boutique hotels that guests love in Rio de Janeiro

See all
  • Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 319 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: £242.95
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 291 reviews
    Atmosphere, great design, privacy and freindly staff
    Tonis
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £135.92
    Scored 8.7
    8.7
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 866 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: £196.14
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 282 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: £334.28
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 138 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: £269.62
    Scored 9.3
    9.3
    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: £242.95
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 291 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: £242.95
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 291 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: £43.13
    Scored 8.8
    8.8
    Rated fabulous
    Fabulous
     · 2,062 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_PL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £242.95
    Scored 9.6
    9.6
    Rated exceptional
    Exceptional
     · 291 reviews
    Great boutique hotel, stunning inside! The pool and views were quite lovely. Service most of the time helpful.
    Tina
    Young couple

Research, refine and make plans for your whole trip

gogless
gogbrazil