The 10 Best Rio de Janeiro City Centre Hotels (with Prices)

JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro

US$262

JW Marriott

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US$263

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US$267

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US$267

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2,483 reviews

#1 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“You can easily walk surrounding shops and restaurants, Ipanema beach and R. Freitas lagoon; 30-minute drive to downtown, Corcovado, Sugar Loaf, Santa Teresa and airport.”
“Overall a great hotel in a perfect location to explore the Copacabana and the downtown Rio.”

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Hilton Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

US$213

US$195

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US$213

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US$193

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3,111 reviews

#2 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“The location is excellent, very easy to go to the city center and with the amazing view of Copacabana beach.”
“The concierge was also very helpful in recommending a historical tour of downtown Rio.”

Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

US$75

US$67

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US$74

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US$67

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US$75

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1,431 reviews

#3 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Very good hotel, at walk distance from the airport Santos Dumont, confortable, good brakfast (not included), excelent toilet, and close from main museums, churches and historical places in downtown Rio.”
“Only drawback is that at night downtown is empty and therefore dangerous to walk around, so if you want to go to a nice restaurant, movie theater or anything else you have to get a taxi.”

Ibis Copacabana Posto 2

US$38

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ibis

US$38

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US$38

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US$38

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2,131 reviews

#4 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“I was there for buisness trip. Nice location in Copacabana near Posto 2. No security problem around the hotel. The rooms were correct and according to Ibis standards. Staff was pleasant. I minor concern on the...”
“The hotel in general was pristine and the room was both spacious and comfortable. Breakfast had a big range and was better than most of the breakfasts we had in South America. Location is very good, being about…”

Windsor Florida Hotel

US$78

US$70

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US$70

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US$70

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US$78

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1,175 reviews

#5 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“(ii) Location great for exploring the city centre, situated at the Catete Metro station, walking distance to Patio Siria Libanesa - excellent and affordable restaurant!”
“Great location, just a few meters away from the metro station, very close tto the Flamengo beach (not suitable for bath) and also close to Downtown.”

Hotel Santa Teresa Rio MGallery by Sofitel

US$348

US$227

MGallery

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US$249

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US$248

Cancelon

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443 reviews

#6 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“This is a well designed modern and slightly chaotic hotel, in what is said to be one of Rio's trendy areas but quite a way from the city centre.”
“Interesting hotel away from beach near city center”

Ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

US$49

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US$49

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US$49

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3,130 reviews

#7 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“The property is conveniently located right by Santos Dumont airport - for those taking internal flights - the metro (Cinelandia stop is a five-minute walk) and the city center (Centro).”
“In the heart of Rio's downtown, just a few minutes by foot to Candelaria Church, Cinelandia, Theatro Municipal and other incredibles "must see" da Cidade Maravilhosa.”

Ipanema Inn

US$106

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US$106

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US$106

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US$106

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1,626 reviews

#8 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“We booked a 4 hour tour through the hotel with ViaCopa tours, that should have included Sugarloaf, Downtown Rio and the Catedral.”
“My first trip to Rio started off with a great stay at Ipanema Inn. I arrived early and Joao shared what time my room would be available and offered restaurant suggestions and place to change for the beach. I came...”

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Windsor Asturias Hotel

US$55

US$45

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US$45

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US$45

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US$55

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705 reviews

#9 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Just around the corner from Cinelândia metro station, this hotel is located in a vibrant and central downtown part of the city.”
“Convenient location to city centre and comfortable rooms”

Windsor Guanabara Hotel

US$83

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US$83

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US$83

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US$83

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1,394 reviews

#10 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“KLM provided accommodation at this downtown hotel and included breakfast and dinner.”
“Of course staying a Copacabana would have been great, however for downtown this is a nice place.”

Windsor Martinique Hotel

US$69

US$67

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US$67

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US$67

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US$69

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1,222 reviews

#11 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“A supermarket is just a block a way and a Metro station (with lines to downtown and Barra) not far.”
“Conveniently situated just off Coccocabana this efficient, friendly hotel is good value for money. The breakfast choice was extensive including cooked options, waffles, pastries and great buffet. The only negative...”

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Atlantico Business Centro

US$37

US$35

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US$35

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US$35

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US$37

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1,365 reviews

#12 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“... on using the subway since it is right next to Cinelandia Station, the hotel is located in downtown Rio so you are pretty much in the middle of the city and close to everything, the staff were always friendly a...”
“We picked because it was in city center, near Santa Teresa, much closer to airport, and because it has a pool.”

Windsor Barra

US$95

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US$95

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US$95

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US$95

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1,861 reviews

#13 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“I was concerned about this possibly not being a great experience given some of the reviews on this site. However, from check-in to the day of check out, my experience was always top-notch. The only slight mar was...”
“My staying at this hotel was perfect. The location is lovely, in front of the beach in a very quite part of town. The hotel provides all types of services (sauna, swimming pool, gym). The breakfast is delicious...”

Hotel Atlantico Tower

US$31

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US$31

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US$31

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356 reviews

#14 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Excellent city centre Hotel”
“Better quality room but stuck in the city centre, or very basic room but closer to the beach.”

Hotel Granada

US$37

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US$37

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US$37

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766 reviews

#15 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Brilliant city centre hotel!”
“If you are on a business trip and have meetings downtown, this hotel will certainly be the best choice.”

Hotel ibis Rio de Janeiro Centro

US$41

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US$41

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US$41

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US$41

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2,183 reviews

#16 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“The Ibis Hotel has everything you need at the heart of Downtown Rio.”
“I followed their comment and still walked around downtown by myself safely.”

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Hotel Arpoador

US$103

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US$103

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US$103

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US$103

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796 reviews

#17 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Couldn't get a better location for enjoying Ipanema beach, the room was clean and very adequate, but not huge, the breakfast buffet was absolutely divine. Next trip to Rio I will definitely stay here again. It is...”
“I stayed here for 1 week as a single female traveller and had a fantastic time. The hotel is in an amazing position on the eastern end of Ipanema beach - just where Ipanema and Copacabana beaches meet. The area…”

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

US$265

US$187

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US$192

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US$192

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US$265

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1,898 reviews

#18 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Note: We found downtown shopping in Leblon to be far superior to shopping in Ipanema and especially Copacabana.”
“It's quieter than staying further in, but there's a free shuttle from the hotel that brings you downtown if you want more excitement.”

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Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro

US$99

US$96

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US$99

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US$97

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US$97

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1,712 reviews

#19 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“We particularly liked the complementary hotel shuttle service which took us to the shopping mall and the beach This hotel is situated around 25 minutes from downtown Rio but is a great place to stay with beautiful...”
“Environment, public transportation, food store(s): Perfect for relaxing weekend or after our stay at Rio downtown the days before.”

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Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro

US$148

US$56

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US$68

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US$68

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US$148

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783 reviews

#20 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“The location is in Lapa, which is near the city center and Santa Teresa but far from the beaches (copacabana and ipanema) The room was clean, the swiming pool is fantastic and the breakfast is great Stuff was kind...”
“Newly refurbished hotel, an oasis in the middle of the hustle and bustle of Lapa, in downtown Rio.”

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Hotel OK

US$39

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US$39

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410 reviews

#21 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“I can definitely recommend this hotel for Rio's city center and historical areas.”
“Metro station, downtown, restaurants are all just steps away.”

Hotel ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

US$33

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US$33

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US$33

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3,023 reviews

#22 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Also close to Rio attractions such as Cristo and Pao de açúcar, but downtown is empty during the nights.”
“Here you get a good mix of city centre and nitty-gritty.”

Hotel Monte Alegre

US$41

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US$41

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US$41

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US$41

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331 reviews

#23 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“I stayed here for 4 nights with my husband and 3 young children. Having stayed in Rio several times before, near Copacabana, I really enjoyed staying somewhere that felt more like proper Rio surrounded by locals...”
“We stayed here for the week of carnival! In my opinion it was a great location to be able to walk to most of the major bloco parties and be amongst the crazy atmosphere. The staff were lovely and very helpful - 24...”

Belmond Copacabana Palace

US$511

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US$511

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US$511

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3,660 reviews

#24 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“Easy for metro access to downtown (five minutes walk away) and a pleasant walk along Copacabana beach front to Ipanema.”
“Midway between downtown and Barra.”

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Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

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2,377 reviews

#25 Best Value of 284 Downtown Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

“They can from SDU (the local airport in the city center).”
“I’ve stayed in his hotel for 4 entire months, business days. I really love the location and the food (both hotel’s standard restaurant and Michelin-Le Pre Catelan). The breakfast view and the Sunday seafood lunch...”