Rio de Janeiro Luxury Hotels
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Rio de Janeiro’s luxury hotels marry dramatic Atlantic views and iconic landmarks—think rooftop pools overlooking Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer, sumptuous beachfront suites, and bespoke spa and dining experiences that make every stay feel effortlessly glamorous. For the best blend of convenience and exclusivity, favor properties in Ipanema, Leblon or Copacabana with 24-hour concierge and curated local experiences, and book well in advance for peak season and Carnival to secure the most desirable rooms and private amenities.
Best Luxury Hotels in Rio de Janeiro
Windsor Palace Copacabana
Just 130 metres from Copacabana Beach, Windsor Palace Copacabana offers a rooftop terrace with a pool and sweeping ocean views, and is surrounded by trendy shops with Ipanema Beach only 3 km away; the air-conditioned rooms feature a modern bathroom, cable TV, minibar, telephone and radio, with some rooms offering partial sea views and a balcony. The hotel’s restaurant serves Brazilian and international cuisine in a cosy atmosphere and room service is available 24 hours a day, while several international and regional dining options lie within a five-minute walk. Siqueira Campos metro station is 700 metres away, Copacabana Fort is 2.2 km from the property, Santos Dumont Airport is 8.7 km distant and Galeão International Airport is 25.5 km away. - 130 m from Copacabana Beach - Rooftop pool with ocean views - Rooms with minibar, cable TV; some with balcony/partial sea view - 24-hour room service and on-site restaurant - Close to Siqueira Campos metro (700 m) and many dining options
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro
Mar Palace Copacabana Hotel
Arena Ipanema Hotel
Arena Ipanema Hotel is located in Rio de Janeiro just 100 metres from Ipanema Beach and 500 metres from Copacabana, offering an outdoor pool, sun terrace, restaurant and bar, plus a sauna and on-site fitness centre; rooms feature flat-screen TVs with cable, private bathrooms with showers, free toiletries and hair dryers, some with city views, and free WiFi is available throughout the property, while a 24-hour front desk provides guest services — Sugarloaf Mountain is 8 km away and Santos Dumont Airport is 9 km away; note that different policies and additional supplements may apply for bookings of more than four rooms. - Prime location near Ipanema and Copacabana - Outdoor pool and sun terrace - On-site restaurant and bar - Free WiFi and cable TV in rooms - Sauna, fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
Hotel Astoria Palace
Boasting a rooftop pool with panoramic ocean views, Hotel Astoria Palace sits on Copacabana Beach and offers a varied buffet breakfast, Brazilian à la carte dishes for lunch and dinner, and exotic drinks at the bar; bright, spacious 4-star rooms feature contemporary décor, modern bathrooms, air conditioning, LCD satellite TV and a minibar, with some rooms offering a DVD player, hot tub and beach views. Guests can enjoy on-site amenities including a restaurant, gym and sauna, free WiFi throughout the hotel, and a tour desk that arranges excursions to attractions such as Sugar Loaf Mountain (4 km). The hotel is conveniently located 300 metres from Cardeal Arcoverde metro station, 2.6 km from Copacabana Fort, 8 km from Santos Dumont Airport and 25 km from Galeão International Airport. - Rooftop pool with panoramic ocean views - Prime Copacabana beachfront location - Free WiFi and modern, air-conditioned rooms - On-site restaurant, gym and sauna - Close to Cardeal Arcoverde metro and major airports
Riale Vilamar Copacabana
Just 100 metres from Copacabana Beach, Hotel Vilamar Copacabana features a sunny rooftop pool, a modern gym and sauna, a restaurant serving breakfast and room service, and free WiFi throughout; air-conditioned rooms have wooden floors, a minibar, cable TV and private bathrooms (some with bathtubs), and accessible rooms are available. The hotel is 260 metres from Cantagalo metro station, 3.8 km from Lagoa Stadium, 9.3 km from Santos Dumont Airport and 26 km from Galeão International Airport. - 100 m from Copacabana Beach - Rooftop pool and sun terrace - On-site gym and sauna - Rooms with AC, minibar and wooden floors - Close to Cantagalo metro (260 m)
Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Windsor California Copacabana
Ideally located on Copacabana’s seafront, Windsor California Copacabana offers comfortable, contemporary rooms with ocean views and easy access to nearby shopping malls, upmarket boutiques, cafés, restaurants, theaters and nightclubs; guests can walk along the coastline to reach Ipanema and Leblon beaches, while Sugarloaf Mountain and the Christ the Redeemer monument are about 15 minutes away by car. - Seafront location on Copacabana Beach - Ocean-view rooms with contemporary furnishings - Close to shops, cafés, restaurants and nightlife - Walking distance to Ipanema and Leblon beaches - Approximately 15 minutes by car to Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer
Sol Ipanema Hotel
Copacabana Palace
The elegant 5-star Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, in Rio de Janeiro sits directly on Copacabana Beachfront and offers luxurious rooms with marbled bathrooms and panoramic ocean views, complemented by a wellness spa and three gastronomic restaurants for exceptional dining and relaxation. - Prime Copacabana beachfront location - Luxurious rooms with marbled bathrooms - Panoramic ocean views - On-site wellness spa - Three gastronomic restaurants