Rio de Janeiro hotels
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Low season | May | Cheapest month to stay with an average 32% drop in price. |
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High season | December | Most expensive month to stay with an average 35% rise in price. |
Average price (weeknight) | S$ 119 | Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks. |
Average price (weekend night) | S$ 143 | Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks. |
When to book a hotel in Rio de Janeiro
Top tips for finding perfect Rio de Janeiro hotel deals
- If you’re looking for a cheap hotel in Rio de Janeiro, you should consider visiting during the low season. You'll find cheaper accommodations in Rio de Janeiro in May and March.
- Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll most likely find the best hotel deals in Rio de Janeiro if you stay on a Tuesday. The opposite is true for, Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
- Book at least 90 days before your stay begins to get the best price for your Rio de Janeiro accommodation.
- How long should you stay? KAYAK users usually book their accommodation in Rio de Janeiro for 5 days.
- If you want to spend your holiday in Rio de Janeiro in Ipanema, look no further than the luxury Sol Ipanema Hotel – a 4-star hotel that is located immediately in front of the famous Ipanema Beach and is surrounded by lively bars and restaurants. From here the Copacobana Fort is just under a mile away.
- Interested in spending some time in the Botanical Gardens of Rio de Janeiro? It might be a good idea to book a hotel that is nearby. The Ritz Leblon is a 4-star hotel that is just a 10-minute drive away from these gardens, which stretch over more than 300 acres and are home to thousands of species of plants – both indigenous and exotic.
- One of the most important things to do when in Rio de Janeiro is to make a pilgrimage to see Christ the Redeemer. You could consider staying at Casa Marques Santa Teresa which is a 3-star hotel that is located just outside the Christ the Redeemer National Park. From here you can choose one of the ways of getting to the top, whether by public transport or on foot – be prepared for the hike!
- If your holiday revolves around sightseeing, you could consider staying in the vicinity of Sugar Loaf Mountain. The 3-star Ibis Rio De Janeiro Botafogo is just 1.18 miles away from Sugar Loaf Mountain, which is situated in the Urca District. From here you can take two cable cars to get to the top and enjoy the magnificent view over Rio de Janeiro.
- For the dancing visitors, Lapa is the neighborhood that you should visit as it is the place where locals go to samba and dance the night away. Consider staying at the Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro, a 4-star hotel that is situated in the center. This hotel is within walking distance of Lapa where you can visit the famous Rio Scenarium club that consists of three floors and many different types of cocktails.
FAQs when booking a hotel in Rio de Janeiro
Hotels are safe environments for travellers as long as they properly implement sanitary measures in response to coronavirus (COVID-19). However, we recommend getting in touch with the local authorities regarding safety procedures for hotels in Rio de Janeiro. For more advice, please view our information page on what to know about coronavirus (COVID-19) and travel.
Hotels adjacent to Barra da Tijuca Beach and in Centro or Gloria are usually very popular with KAYAK users.
If you are looking for a hotel close to Barra da Tijuca Beach, you should consider staying at Hotel Atlantico Business Centro, Hilton Copacabana Rio De Janeiro and Miramar Hotel by Windsor, as they are the most recommended by KAYAK users.
The average price of a double room in Rio de Janeiro is S$ 120, but it varies considerably depending on location, facilities, and seasonality. In the last 3 days, KAYAK users have found double rooms for as cheap as S$ 8.
One of the best hotels to book into if you are wanting a relaxing spa stay is the luxury 5-star Sofitel Ipanema. In addition to the spa and wellness center, there is an onsite outdoor pool and a gym.
The 4-star Windsor California Hotel, overlooking the seafront at Copacobana is a good option if you are craving a view of the sea when you wake up. The Praia Ipanema is another 4-star hotel that boasts gorgeous views of the ocean from the rooms and from the infinity pool.
The 4-star Pestana Rio Atlantica has family rooms that can be set up for travellers with children. Another good option is the 3-star Atlantis Copacobana hotel, which is situated between Copacobana and Ipanema and can be set up rooms for families travelling with children.
The Arena Ipanema Hotel is a 4-star hotel, located between Ipanema and Copacobana, that offers a buffet style breakfast in the price of the room. A slightly more affordable option is the 3-star Petit Rio Hotel, which is in the South Zone of Rio and has a continental buffet breakfast included in the room price.
After you launch a hotel search on KAYAK, you can refine your research by neighbourhood, which allows you to pick the central Rio de Janeiro districts. You can also do a search using the city map to choose a specific location, like Rio de Janeiro city centre
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- Morro do Pasmado
- Livraria Leonardo da Vinci
- Forte de Copacabana
- Forum Ipanema Shopping Mall
- Escadaria Selarón
- Palacio do Catete
- Arpoador Beach
- Parque Garota de Ipanema
- RIOSUL
- Feira Hippie de Ipanema
- Devil's Beach
- Estatua Dorival Caymmi
- Museu Light da Energia
- Passeio Publico
- Praca General Osorio
- Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Gloria do Outeiro
- Parque das Ruinas
- Biblioteca Nacional
- Museu de Arte Moderna do Rio de Janeiro
- Arcos da Lapa