Must-see hotels in Rio de Janeiro State

  • Biergarten Hostel

    Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão

    Just a stone's throw from the boat docks, this centrally located hostel is a good bet for those who seek easy walking access to – or stumbling access from…

  • Pousada Boulevard

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Well placed in Cabo Frio’s canalside restaurant district, this newer pousada offers high-end amenities like satellite TV, a sauna and a plunge pool. The…

  • Hilton Barra

    Rio de Janeiro

    Located 6km north of Barra da Tijuca beach, the Hilton Barra hotel provides luxury and comfort in equal measure. If you don't mind being far from the…

  • Pura Vida

    Rio de Janeiro

    Pura Vida occupies a converted castle-like mansion (built in the 1920s) that was once the home of the Polish ambassador. A big draw for socially minded…

  • Che Lagarto

    Rio de Janeiro

    This popular full-service hostel has a friendly, party atmosphere. The small rooftop pool with adjoining bar is a good place to meet other travelers, and…

  • Che Lagarto Suites

    Búzios

    On Búzios' central square, this cluster of 16 spare but comfortable upstairs private rooms offers ready access to the town's nightlife (and the…

  • Spazio Itaúna Hostel

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Directly opposite the beach at Itaúna, this hostel offers spotless white dorms, twins, doubles and a family unit, each with minifridge and en suite. The…

  • Hotel Willisau

    Rio de Janeiro State

    The Willisau won't win any prizes for originality or character, but the cookie-cutter faux-Swiss rooms here are comfortable enough, and the south-of-town…

  • Jungle Lodge

    Ilha Grande & Vila do Abraão

    Tucked away above town in the rainforest, this rustic, five-room guesthouse and open-air chalet is run by a wild-haired Pantanal guide and his German wife…

  • Hilton Copacabana

    Rio de Janeiro

    A favorite for athletes and politicians, the Hilton provides an upmarket stay in a good location just steps from the beach. Rooms are comfy, though the…

  • Ibis

    Rio de Janeiro

    Like many other Ibis hotels around Brazil, this no-frills branch offers very clean, simple, modern rooms in a high-rise building at excellent prices. The…

  • Pousada 14 Bis

    Rio de Janeiro State

    On a quiet residential street near the downtown bus station, the restored colonial Pousada 14 Bis has handsome, well-appointed rooms with comfortable beds…

  • Rio Spot Homes

    Rio de Janeiro

    This reputable, well-run rental agency has scores of listings around the Zona Sul, with excellent-value apartments in Ipanema, Copacabana and Barra, from…

  • Casa Colonial

    Paraty

    This boutique hotel in a meticulously restored historic building has every comfort you could ask for, including a deep blue swimming pool and an extensive…

  • Pousada Casa de Paraty

    Paraty

    This pousada in a historic home enjoys a prime location in the pedestrianized center, with three charming and comfortable rooms. There's no staff on-site…

  • Acapulco

    Rio de Janeiro

    The Acapulco lies just a short stroll (one block) from a beautiful stretch of beachfront. Renovations have made it an attractive option. Most rooms have a…

  • Abrigo Rebouças

    Rio de Janeiro State

    This hikers’ shelter in the high country, with a gas stove and electricity, provides basic accommodations for up to 20 people but no food or other…

  • Hotel Alê

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Affiliated with Nova Friburgo's long-standing hillside hostel, this family-run budget hotel is convenient for those using public transit, with a mix of…

  • Pousada Flor do Mar

    Paraty

    Hidden away opposite Paraty’s beachfront, this simple little pousada has clean, spacious rooms, a pretty front courtyard with hammocks and couches, and…

  • Recanto da Urca

    Rio de Janeiro

    Tucked in a peaceful part of Urca, this place has simply furnished guest rooms, friendly service and a top-floor terrace with magnificent views (it's…

  • Blame It on Rio 4 Travel

    Rio de Janeiro

    Created by a kind, helpful expat from New York, this professional agency rents many types of apartments. It also has a travel agency, a few computers for…

  • Casablanca Imperial

    Rio de Janeiro State

    The Casablanca, almost next door to the Museu Imperial, has a range of rooms – the best featuring high ceilings, old-fashioned shutters, large bathrooms…

  • Hotel Pousada Caminho do Sol

    Arraial do Cabo

    Just off Praia Grande, this hotel with king-size beds, a pool, pretty interior gardens and sweeping views over the city is a big hit with visiting…

  • Brisa Barra Hotel

    Rio de Janeiro

    A simple but well-run high-rise hotel, with extremely clean rooms and staff who cannot do enough to help. It features adults' and children's pools out…

  • Abrigo Água Branca

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Set amid pretty high country scenery at 1700m, Parque Nacional do Itatiaia's newest hiker's hut is available for overnight use by hikers walking the…

  • Hotel Maringá

    Rio de Janeiro State

    This centrally located hotel offers simple quartos (rooms with shared bathroom) and more expensive apartamentos above its budget all-you-can-eat…

  • Malibu Palace Hotel

    Rio de Janeiro State

    For views and beachfront location, it’s hard to beat this old-school three-star hotel overlooking Cabo Frio’s dazzling Praia do Forte. Check online for…

  • Hotel Serra Everest

    Rio de Janeiro State

    Perched on a steep hill a few blocks from the center, this hotel has a pool and surprisingly good mountain views given its downtown location.

  • Copacabana Holiday

    Rio de Janeiro

    Near the Cardeal Arcoverde metro station, this agency rents apartments in Copacabana and Ipanema.

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