This is our list with cool, unusual and unique hotels near Zona Sul, Rio de Janeiro. We have also included accommodation in apartments, guest houses, boutique hotels, historic buildings, inns, villas, romantic hotels and residences. Hope you enjoy it. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated March 2024.
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great bar. Located in the historical and cultural heart of Rio de Janeiro, this 5-star boutique hotel offers a unique concept of tropical design and panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro’s bay. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Famous, local Bar dos Descasados has a unique atmosphere, signature drinks and amazing view. The exclusive decor reminding the African Indigenous roots and combined with modern design can be admired in the common areas and in the spacious accommodations, which usually offer panoramic views. Guests of Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery can relax in a swimming pool surrounded by gardens. Body treatments, massages and other services are provided in the spa. The restaurant Térèze, listed in the Michelin Guide, serves food from different cuisines as well as a select list of wines. Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery features pieces of art of Sergio Rodrigues, Studio Vitty, Rock Lane and other renowned Brazilian designers. City centre is 3 km away from property.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the coolest boutique hotel in Rio de Janeiro.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Superb interior design. Popular among couples. 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. 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 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. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2 km from Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa - Boutique Hotel.Show full description
This might be the most well designed, elegant and relaxing boutique hotel in Rio de Janeiro. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Relaxing atmosphere. Gorgeous surroundings. Popular among couples. At Vila Santa Teresa guests are treated like family friends. Upon crossing the property's gates, our guests enter a universe of beautiful tropical gardens, full of stories and with a privileged location, from where it is possible to appreciate some of the city's main tourist attractions from a unique angle. Built in the 70s as the residence of the Monteiro de Carvalho family, the house is located on a private property in the heart of Santa Teresa, one of the most charming neighborhoods in Rio. Due to many balconies and unprotected stairs and because it is considered a romantic destination, the hotel is not accommodates children under 18 years old. Vila Santa Teresa is a place to celebrate. With a privileged location, Vila Santa Teresa has a view only. From our suites and gardens, you can see Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, Christ the Redeemer and Maracanã. We offer experiences that create unforgettable memories. Enjoy a picnic in our Garden or a Seafood Grill, inspired by the sands of the Northeast. Feel free to relax in our Spa or enjoy a helicopter flight with a panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro.Show full description
Vila Santa Teresa is a beautiful hotel in the charming Santa Teresa district. It provides stunning views and has an outdoor pool and spa for a luxurious and relaxing experience. The hotel's unique charm combines colonial style with modern comforts, making it a memorable choice for travelers seeking an elegant and peaceful stay.
Guest House.Lovely property. Nice interior design. Popular among couples. Boasting an outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi, Casa Geranio is a charming B&B located in a unique area of Rio, just 500 metres from Lapa's Arches and 1 km from Cinelandia metro station. It features gardens with fruit trees and birds, as well as exquisite views of the city. Cosy rooms at Casa Geranio have a modern decoration and offer air conditioning, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hot shower. All the accommodations have stair access only, so they are not be suitable for young children and guests with limited mobility. Galeão International Airport is 17 km away and Santos Dumont Airport is 6 Km away. Casa Geranio is 5,5 km from Novo Rio Bus Station and 6,7 km from Maracanã Stadium. Sugar Loaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach can be reached within less than 9 km.Show full description
Casa Geranio is a breathtaking boutique hotel nestled in the Santa Teresa neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro. With its exquisite interior design, a vibrant garden filled with tropical plants, and a refreshing swimming pool that overlooks the city, this place is truly a hidden gem.
Bed and Breakfast.Elegant. Great bar. Popular among women. Offering an outdoor pool and stunning views to Sugar Loaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay, Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast is located in Santa Teresa neighbourhood, in Rio de Janeiro. Free WiFi access is available and free continental breakfast is served daily. Each room here will provide guests with air conditioning, a balcony and a small patio. Extras include bed linen and towels. At Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast guests will find a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Both Escadaria Selaron and famous Arcos da Lapa are only 700 metres from the property. Rio de Janeiro's Galeão International Airport is 14 km away.Show full description
This unique bed and breakfast stands out with its stunning views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and Guanabara Bay. The outdoor pool provides a refreshing swim with beautiful scenery. The shared kitchen adds a personalized touch, allowing guests to prepare their own meals.
Guest House.Very stylish. Lovely interior design. Located in the quiet Santa Teresa district and overlooking the Guanabara Bay, the Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel offers elegance and tranquility in a perfect setting for a romantic stay. The boutique hotel has seven air-conditioned rooms, all of them overlooking the bay and the Sugar Loaf. You can also admire the coast while savoring a rich breakfast on the terrace or having lunch by the outdoor pool. The attentive staff is another highlight of Mama Ruisa. As a guest of this hotel, you can also access the internet for free and get a massage at an additional cost.Show full description
Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel stands out with its unique blend of Brazilian design and colonial style. Housed in a 19th-century mansion, it offers stunning views and an outdoor pool. The personalized luxury service and tranquil atmosphere make it a standout choice in the Santa Teresa district.
Apartment.Rooftop pool. Offering a small outdoor pool and fitness centre, South Beach Vista Mar Apartamentos is located in Rio de Janeiro, 100 metres from Copacabana Beach. Free WiFi is available. Arpoador is 1.7 km from South Beach Vista Mar Apartamentos, while Ipanema is 1.7 km from the property. Property offer apartments for non-smokers, except for the apartments with balcony. All units are air conditioned and include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Some units have a seating area. There is also a kitchen. There is a private bathroom in each unit. Towels are offered (Changed every 5 days). A 24-hours reception is also available and the cleaning service is offered from Monday to Friday. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 7 km from the property. This property offers a babysitting service.Show full description
Apartment. This practical apartment is located on the popular Barata Ribeiro Street, 500 from Copacabana Beach. It offers air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and free WiFi. The apartment is walking distance from dining and shopping options. There is a seating area with a sofa and dining table, and a kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator and stove, as well as utensils. The bedroom has a large wardrobe and there is a hot shower in the bathroom. It is 5 km from Sugar Loaf, 9 km from central Rio and 10 km from Santos Dumont Airport.Show full description
Guest House. Ideally located in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, Casa Saga - All Suites is set less than 1 km from Copacabana Beach, 2.2 km from Ipanema Beach and 2.3 km from Arpoador Beach. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.4 km away and Tijuca Forest National Park is 10 km from the guest house. The units have a fully equipped kitchenette with dining area, a microwave, coffee machine, and a toaster. The guest house features some units that have a balcony, and units are equipped with a kettle. All units feature a private bathroom, a hair dryer and bed linen. Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 2.5 km from the guest house, while Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 5.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 12 km from Casa Saga - All Suites.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Delightful property. Lovely surroundings. Located in Santa Teresa just 1 km away from Glória Subway Station, Guesthouse Bianca features tropical gardens and views to Rio de Janeiro’s Sugarloaf Mountain. Breakfast is included and free Wi-Fi provided throughout. Each guestroom features unique decoration and comes with bath towels and bed linens. Several restaurants can be reached in a 10-minute walk, and a supermarket is conveniently located 2 km away. Air conditioning and a ceiling fan is provided for all rooms. Guesthouse Bianca is 1 km from Lapa District, 5.6 km from Corcovado Mountain, 20 km from Galeão International Airport and 3 km from Santos Dumont Airport.Show full description
This is the most beautiful and romantic bed and breakfast in Rio de Janeiro.
Apartment.Unique. Great location. Ipanema's beautiful penthouse is a self-catering loft located in Rio de Janeiro, only 170 metres from Ipanema Beach. Free WiFi access is available. The property is 500 metres from both Arpoador and Copacabana Beach. The loft will provide you with a TV, air conditioning and cable channels. There is a full kitchen with a microwave and a refrigerator. The private bathroom also come with a shower. You can enjoy sea view. Lake Rodrigos de Freitas is 800 metres from the property, while the nearest subway station is 100 metres. Rio de Janeiro's Galeão International Airport is located 20 km away.Show full description
This apartment has a great location in Rio de Janeiro.
Apartment.Great location. Situated 200 metres from both Copacabana Beach and Siqueira Campos subway station in Rio de Janeiro, this air-conditioned apartment features free WiFi. The apartment is 1.8 km from Army Historic Museum and Fort of Copacabana. Post 7 - Arpoador is 2.2 km from Stylish Copacabana Apartment, while Post 8 - Ipanema is 2.2 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is 7 km from the property.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Lively. Great views. Popular among couples. Situated in Rio de Janeiro's Leme district, on the hills of the pacified community of Babilônia, 1.8 km from Copacabana Beach, Pousada Estrelas da Babilônia features a barbecue and terrace. Certain rooms have views of the sea or mountains. The guest house features free WiFi throughout the property. The guesthouse offers a free ecological trail to the viewpoint of the Telegrafo in Babilonia. Botafogo Beach is 1.8 km from Pousada Estrelas da Babilônia, while Sugar Loaf is 2.1 km from the property. Santos Dumont Airport is 5 km away.Show full description
Apartment. Located in Rio de Janeiro, 600 metres from Copacabana Beach and 2.3 km from Diabo Beach, TOP! Amplo e Elegante. 3 Quartos em Copa para 8 offers air conditioning. During your time staying in this recently renovated apartment, dating back to 1960, you will have access to free WiFi. The 3-bedroom apartment comes with a living room with a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 2 bathrooms with a hair dryer. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.6 km from Ipanema Beach. Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 2.7 km from the apartment, while Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 11 km from TOP! Amplo e Elegante. 3 Quartos em Copa para 8.Show full description
Apartment. Set in Rio de Janeiro, 600 metres from Copacabana Beach and 2.4 km from Diabo Beach, Charmoso apartamento Copacabana. Offers air conditioning. The 1-bedroom apartment is fitted with a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. The property is located 2.7 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake, 6.2 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens and 6.2 km from Sugarloaf Mountain. The property is non-smoking and is situated 2.7 km from Ipanema Beach. Escadaria Selarón is 10 km from the apartment, while Tijuca Forest National Park is 10 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 11 km from Charmoso apartamento Copacabana..Show full description
Apartment.Charming. Great location. Shamanic Home is located in Rio de Janeiro. Free WiFi access is available. Each guestroom provides a seating area. Featuring a bath or shower, shared bathroom also comes with a hairdryer. At Shamanic home, guests can benefit from a shared kitchen. Other facilities offered at the property include grocery deliveries, meeting facilities and a shared lounge. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including cycling and hiking. he bed and breakfast is 300 metres from Post 10 - Ipanema, 200 metres from Ipanema Beach and 500 metres from Post 9 - Ipanema. Galeao International Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
Based on my research this is the most creative, cosy and lively apartment in Rio de Janeiro. WOW!
Apartment. Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 700 metres from Copacabana Beach and 2.5 km from Ipanema Beach, Studio a 600m da praia de Copacabana CR167/504 offers air conditioning. The property has mountain views and is 2.6 km from Arpoador Beach and 2.7 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake. The 1-bedroom apartment features a living room with a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk and a lift for guests. The accommodation is non-smoking. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 6.1 km from the apartment, while Sugarloaf Mountain is 6.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 11 km from Studio a 600m da praia de Copacabana CR167/504.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic property. Great views. Villa Alexandrino offers a spectacular view of the Guanabara Bay and is located in the charming district of Santa Teresa. Built in the late 19th century, high on a hill, with a swimming pool, beautiful staircases and frescos, this guest house is surrounded by lush greenery and tropical flora. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast each morning in the breakfast room or on the terrace. It includes a variety of fresh fruits, breads and cold meats, as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. Free WiFi is provided. The spacious rooms at Villa Alexandrino boast antique-style décor and furniture. They feature an air-conditioner, wardrobe and some offer views. Other facilities include various lounge and reading areas. There is also a shared balcony with mountain and city views. Villa Alexandrino is located 3.5 km from the lively Lapa district, 8 km from Maracanã Stadium and 10 km from Copacabana Beach. The Santos Dumont Airport is only 5.5 km away. Private parking is free.Show full description
I rate this as one of the most HISTORIC bed and breakfasts in Rio de Janeiro.
Apartment.Great value. Loft Atlântica 3806 is a beachfront self-catering accommodation located on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach. Free WiFi access is available. With modern décor, this compact apartment provides guests with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, a sofa and a desk. Private bathroom also come with a shower. Extras include bed linen and towels. This accommodations features a kitchenette fitted with a microwave and a minibar. Guests will also find restaurants serving local and international cuisine within a 5-minute walk. Atlântica Loft is 800 metres from Copacabana Fort, 950 metres from General Osório metro station and 1 km from Ipanema Beach. Galeão International Airport is located 20 km away.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Rio de Janeiro, less than 1 km from Copacabana Beach and 2.3 km from Ipanema Beach, Quarto e sala perto da praia de Copacabana e metrô offers air conditioning. It is located 2.5 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and features a lift. The 2-bedroom apartment features a living room with TV, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 2.5 km from Diabo Beach. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 6 km from the apartment, while Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 12 km from Quarto e sala perto da praia de Copacabana e metrô.Show full description
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