We have created a list with the best newly opened hotels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Jens Bengtsson. Updated February 2024.
Newly opened, April 2024. Luxury Hotel. Located in Rio de Janeiro, 300 metres from Leblon Beach, Moradas do Leblon provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can have a drink at the bar. Guests at the hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. Praia do Vidigal is 800 metres from Moradas do Leblon, while Ipanema Beach is 1.6 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 15 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Newly opened, April 2024. Well located in the Lapa district of Rio de Janeiro, Moradas da Lapa is set 500 metres from Escadaria Selarón, 800 metres from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 1.5 km from Modern Art Museum. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.2 km from Flamengo Beach. AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium is 4.7 km from the hotel, while Museum of Tomorrow is 5.2 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2 km from Moradas da Lapa.Show full description
Opened April 2023. Superb guest reviews. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, bar and free WiFi, Hotel Castelinho is located in Rio de Janeiro, 2.6 km from Flamengo Beach and 1.3 km from Escadaria Selarón. The property is around 3.1 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, 3.9 km from Modern Art Museum and 4.6 km from AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium. Sugarloaf Mountain is 9.1 km away and Christ the Redeemer is 10 km from the hotel. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower, all units at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and selected rooms include a balcony. At Hotel Castelinho every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. Museum of Tomorrow is 5.6 km from the accommodation, while Maracanã Stadium is 6.6 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from Hotel Castelinho.Show full description
Opened June 2022. Lovely property. Superb breakfast. Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 27 km from Maracanã Stadium, Lagune Barra Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a sauna and room service. At the hotel, every room includes a wardrobe. Every room is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV, and some units at Lagune Barra Hotel have a balcony. At the accommodation the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Guests at Lagune Barra Hotel can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. The hotel offers a sun terrace. You can play billiards and table tennis at Lagune Barra Hotel. Speaking English, Spanish and Portuguese, staff at the reception can help you plan your stay. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 28 km from the accommodation, while Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 30 km from the property. The nearest airport is Rio de Janeiro/Galeao International Airport, 33 km from Lagune Barra Hotel.Show full description
This hotel has a highly rated breakfast, super comfortable beds and outstanding views.
Opened December 2021. Popular among families. Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 200 metres from Barra da Tijuca Beach, Windsor Tower Hotel features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking, a fitness centre and a restaurant. Featuring a bar, the 4-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a sauna and room service. All rooms at the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a safety deposit box. At Windsor Tower Hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a buffet or a continental breakfast. Windsor Tower Hotel offers a sun terrace. With staff speaking English, Spanish and Portuguese, round-the-clock advice is available at the reception. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 15 km from the hotel, while Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 25 km from Windsor Tower Hotel.Show full description
Opened November 2020. Elegant. Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 1.2 km from Botafogo Beach, BAMBINA HOTEL -Adultos Somente features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Flamengo Beach is 2.4 km from the hotel and Red Beach is 2.8 km away. Complete with a private bathroom fitted with a shower and free toiletries, all rooms at the hotel have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms also boast a terrace. At BAMBINA HOTEL -Adultos Somente the rooms are fitted with bed linen and towels. Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 5.1 km from the accommodation, while Sugarloaf Mountain is 5.2 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 8 km from BAMBINA HOTEL -Adultos Somente.Show full description
Opened January 2020. Boutique hotel. Delightful property. Boasting a bar, Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa - Boutique Hotel offers accommodation in Rio de Janeiro, 2 km from Flamengo Beach and 600 metres from Escadaria Selarón. Featuring a garden, the 5-star hotel has air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, each with a private bathroom. The hotel has a sauna, year-round outdoor pool and terrace, and guests can grab a bite to eat in the restaurant. At the hotel, all rooms are fitted with a desk. Rooms include a coffee machine, while certain rooms are fitted with a patio and others also boast city views. At Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa - Boutique Hotel the rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Speaking English, Spanish, French and Portuguese at the 24-hour front desk, staff are willing to help at any time of the day. Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro is 1.4 km from the accommodation, while Modern Art Museum is 1.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2 km from Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa - Boutique Hotel.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most beautiful, elegant and relaxing boutique hotel in Rio de Janeiro! It also has AMAZING STAFF. AMAZING.
Opened November 2019. Located in Rio de Janeiro, 2.2 km from Joatinga Beach, Hotel Be Loft Lounge provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. The hotel features family rooms. At the hotel, every room is fitted with a desk. Complete with a private bathroom equipped with a shower and free toiletries, all units at Hotel Be Loft Lounge have a flat-screen TV and air conditioning, and some rooms will provide you with a seating area. The rooms include a wardrobe. Tijuca Forest National Park is 13 km from the accommodation, while Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 15 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 25 km from Hotel Be Loft Lounge.Show full description
Opened October 2016. Boutique hotel. Elegant. Boasting an outdoor infinity pool, Emiliano Rio is set in a privileged location in Rio de Janeiro, beachfront to Copacabana Beach. The contemporary architecture values the natural light and the sea view, offering guests a special and unique connection with the city. Free WiFi is provided, and private parking is available on site. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. Some rooms have a seating area for guests' convenience. Every room has a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with bathrobes provided. It is also fitted with slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Emiliano Rio, guests can taste a contemporary Brazilian cuisine made from organic products at the on-site restaurant. Other hotel facilities include a spa where guests can relax and a fitness centre where they can exercise. The rooftop boasts a swimming pool and views to the beach. Ipanema Beach is 1.2 km from Emiliano Rio, while the famous Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.5 km away, and Christ The Redeemer is at a distance of 8.4 km. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 8 km from the property, while Galeão International Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
This boutique hotel has very cosy rooms and a unique rooftop pool.
Opened August 2016. Comfortable beds. Novotel RJ Porto Atlantico is set in Porto Maravilha district in Rio de Janeiro, 1.7 km from the Museum of Tomorrow. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Rooms are air conditioned and equipped with a TV.. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. Maracanã Stadium is 3.1 km from Novotel Rj Porto Atlantico, while the Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí is 2 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from Novotel Rj Porto Atlantico.Show full description
Opened August 2016. Elegant. Comfortable beds. Located in a privileged place, just in front of Barra da Tijuca Beach, Lifestyle Laghetto Collection offers fine and elegant accommodation in Rio de Janeiro city. The hotel features an infinity pool boasting an amazing ocean view and a bar where guests can enjoy a drink. Free WiFi is available in public areas. All rooms at Lifestyle Laghetto Collection feature a balcony, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. A bath is offered in certain rooms. The private bathroom is fitted with an walk in shower and a hairdryer. A 24-hour front desk is also offered. Village Mall ia 5 km from the hotel, while Jardim Oceânico Metro Station is 1.4 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is 25 km from the Lifestyle Laghetto Collection.Show full description
Opened July 2016. Great breakfast. Popular among groups of friends. Located in Flamengo district, in Rio de Janeiro, Royal Regency Palace Hotel features a sun terrace. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. Parking on site is available for a surcharge. Rooms at this 4-stars hotel have a contemporary design and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, air conditioning and a minibar. For guests convenience, the private bathrooms feature free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Royal Regency Palace Hotel, guests can taste contemporary dishes in the executive buffet as well as an à la carte menu. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk. Copacabana Beach is 5 km from Royal Regency Palace Hotel, while Catete metro station is 450 metres from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2.8 km from the property. Parking upon availability of spaces at an additional cost.Show full description
Opened June 2016. Trendy. Great value. Offering a hot tub and fitness centre, Novotel Rj Botafogo is situated in Rio de Janeiro in the Rio de Janeiro State Region, 2.9 km from Sugarloaf Mountain. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Private parking is available on site. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Novotel Rj Botafogo features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Christ the Redeemer is 2.9 km from Novotel Rj Botafogo. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from the property.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Arena Ipanema Hotel is situated in Rio de Janeiro, just 100 metres from the famous Ipanema Beach. The hotel has an outdoor pool and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant or a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room has a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units feature a city view. All rooms are equipped with a private bathroom fitted with a shower. For customer's comfort, free toiletries are offered, and a hair dryer is available. At Arena Ipanema Hotel, guests can relax at the sauna or exercise at the on-site fitness centre. Other facilities include a 24-hour front desk. Copacabana Beach is 500 metres from Arena Ipanema Hotel, while Sugarloaf Mountain is 8 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 9 km from Arena Ipanema Hotel. If booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Show full description
This hotel has a great location in Rio de Janeiro.
Boutique hotel. Cool. Located in the Copacabana district in Rio de Janeiro, 80 metres from Copacabana Beach, Ritz Copacabana Boutique Hotel features an outdoor pool and views of the city. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. Each room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. The famous Sugarloaf Mountain is 7 km from Ritz Copacabana Boutique Hotel, while Cantagalo Metro Station is 350 metres away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 8 km from the property.Show full description
Charming. Rooftop bar. Casa Nova Hotel is located in Rio de Janeiro's City Centre, in the trendy Lapa district, 10 km from Christ the Redeemer. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Each room is fitted with a 40-inch flat-screen smart TV. Rooms come with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property. The famous Copacabana Beach is 9 km from Casa Nova Hotel, while Sugarloaf Mountain is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2 km from Casa Nova Hotel.Show full description
Beautiful. Great value. Conveniently set in Santo Cristo neighbourhood, near the renovated Rio de Janeiro Harbour, Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha offers an outdoor swimming pool, a terrace with Guanabara Bay views, private parking on site and free WiFi throughout the property. The air-conditioned rooms boast sea views and feature a flat-screen TV, a safe and a wardrobe. The private bathroom includes a shower. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar or exercise in the fitness centre. For your convenience, a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine are available. A rich breakfast buffet is served daily at Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha, including an array of breads, fruits and hot and cold drinks. With easy access to the city centre, Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha is just 1 km from Museum of Tomorrow, 1.5 km from AquaRio and 3 km from Sambodrome Marquês de Sapucaí. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 3 km from the hotel.Show full description
Boutique hotel. Charming. Located in front of Botafogo Beach, and offering amazing view to Sugarloaf and Corcovado Mountains, Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro boasts an outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the rooftop bar. The relaxed Lobby Lounge is the perfect place for a nice breakfast and a morning coffee whilst catching up with the day’s news. Rooms at Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro have an exclusive design and feature air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a minibar. Private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Copacabana Beach is 5 km from Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from the property.Show full description
This might be one of the coolest, most cosy and lively luxury hotels in Rio de Janeiro! It also has a popular rooftop bar. AMAZING.
Charming. Great value. Ideally located in the trendy and touristic Lapa District, where guests will find an array of entertainment options and can enjoy the local nightlife, Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa is 2 km from Santos Dumont Airport and just 1 km from Marques de Sapucaí Sambadrome. Decorated in tones of grey and fitted with wooden furnishing, all the rooms at Days Inn are soundproofed and feature a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a telephone and a work desk. The private bathroom includes a shower and free toiletries. A rich buffet breakfast is served daily at the hotel and includes a variety of fresh fruits, a selection of cakes and breads, hot and cold beverages, pastries and cold cuts. Guests can also enjoy an à la carte meal at the local restaurant. A business centre and 2 conference rooms are available at Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi is also available throughout the property. Sulamerica Convention Centre can be reached within 2.5 km from Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa, while the historical Municipal Theatre is 1.5 km away. Guests who enjoy football can check the Maracanã Stadium, located 6 km from the hotel.Show full description
Unique. Great restaurant. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Prodigy Hotel Santos Dumont is connected to Santos Dumont Airport, in Rio de Janeiro, 900 metres from Baía de Guanabara. Decorated in earth tones, every room is fitted with a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a hair dryer. Guests can enjoy an infinity pool, a convention centre and two restaurants, one of them with international cuisine specialties. Prodigy Hotel Santos Dumont also has screens with flight times in the common areas and in the apartments TV's. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Private parking is available. Marina da Gloria is 1.6 km from the property while Copacabana Fort is 12 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, located a few steps from the property.Show full description
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