Category: Best Hotels in Brazil

Hotels in Rio de Janeiro offer wonderful accommodations in a destination nicknamed “Marvelous City”.  Known for its lush natural surroundings, samba and bossa nova music, crescent beaches, people-watching, football and Carnival, Rio de Janeiro is about a 6-hour drive northeasterly of São Paulo. Enveloped by natural beauty, Rio de Janeiro is nestled amongst Guanabara Bay to its immediate east, The Ilhas Cagarras (Cagarras Islands) to its immediate south and Tijuca National Park to its immediate west. A major Brazilian seaside city, Rio de Janeiro is also its own State, or federative unit, second economically only to its neighboring State of São Paulo. South America’s closest other country in proximity to Rio de Janeiro is Argentina, the border of which is roughly 900 miles southwesterly. Primarily a Portuguese-speaking city, Rio de Janeiro is 2-hours ahead of Eastern Standard Time. Renowned Rio beaches are of course Copacabana and Ipanema, while several other outstanding smaller, and even secluded, beaches are referenced below. During Carnival, 2-million people per day line the city streets at the Sambadrome (where samba schools compete) and alongside Westbourne Park Tube Station, Westbourne Park Road, Cheapstow Road, Westbourne Grove, Ladbroke and Kensal. Rio’s top football clubs are Flamengo, Fluminense, Botafogo and Vasco. When visiting Rio, avoiding favelas (slums), as well as beaches at night, is advisable. The safest places to explore, generally, are natural and tourist areas, as well as daytime beaches. In Rio, cars drive on the right-hand side, currency is the Brazilian Real and the drinking age is 18 years old. The legal BAC alcohol limit while operating a vehicle is 0.00. Additional good-to-knows are to try and dress down, don’t take valuable items to the beach, don’t carry large amounts of cash and try to keep expensive items such as cameras and smartphones concealed while in public places. Probably the best mode of travel in Rio is via rideshare service such as Uber and Lyft, while the Rio de Janeiro Metro daytime subway train service generally is safe and well-maintained. Galeão–Antônio Carlos Jobim International Airport is the city’s main international airport. Major events include Carnival (aforementioned), Rio International Film Festival, Rio Music Carnival, Rock in Rio, Rock The Mountain, Festa Junina, Rio Gastronomia, Copa Rio (state cup) and South Atlantic Race. Hotels in Rio de Janeiro are some of South America’s best. Before we get to hotels in Rio de Janeiro, let’s take a look at some more background information on the area to help maximize your experience.

Prior to the Colonial period, the Rio de Janeiro region was inhabited by the Tupi, Puri, Aimoré and Maxakalí peoples. On January 1, 1502, Gaspar de Lemos, captaining a ship in Pedro Álvares Cabral‘s fleet, became the first European to encounter Guanabara Bay. At the behest of King Manuel I, Amerigo Vespucci participated as an observer on that very same expedition. By 1555, Villegagnon Island had become occupied by 500 French colonists under French admiral Nicolas Durand de Villegaignon, at which time Fort Coligny was constructed. The attempt to establish France Antarctique led to a years-long conflict between the French and the established Portuguese colony under Governor General Mem De Sa. French forces were permanently expelled on January 20, 1567. Led by Portuguese soldier and officer Estácio de Sá, the city of Rio de Janeiro proper was founded on March 1, 1565. Named São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro after Saint Sebastian, the city was threatened or invaded several times by mostly French pirates and buccaneers until the early 18th-century. Bandeirantes, in the late 17th century, discovered gold and diamonds in the neighboring captaincy of Minas Gerais, which moved the Portuguese-American colonial administrative district from Salvador to Rio de Janeiro on January 27, 1763. In 1808, Portuguese royal family members and associated Lisbon nobles fled Napoleon’s invasion of Portugal, relocating to Rio de Janeiro. After the royals’ arrival, Rio became the only European capital outside of Europe. Along with the royal family and nobles came several establishments such as the Military Academy, Royal School of Sciences, Arts and Crafts, Imperial Academy of Fine Arts, National Library of Brazil and Botanical Garden. Brazil’s first printed newspaper, the pro-government Gazeta do Rio de Janeiro, began circulation during this time period. In 1815, the city became the United Kingdom of Portugal, Brazil and the Algarves‘ capital until 1821, when the royal family returned to Lisbon. Thereafter, Rio de Janeiro remained the Kingdom of Brazil‘s capital. Americas’ largest slave port, Rio de Janeiro saw slave intake increase from around 500,000 in 1811, to around 1,000,000 in 1831. In 1822, Prince Pedro proclaimed the Independence of Brazil, whereby he kept Rio de Janeiro as the new empire‘s capital. In the last-half of the 19th century, the city became an epicenter of abolitionist and republican movements. Brazil’s Old Republic was proclaimed on November 15, 1889. Up until the Revolution of 1930, Brazil had gone through, respectively, a Republican Constitution, Naval Revolts, a Federalist Revolution and Civilian rule. The 1930 Revolution, which was an armed insurrection across Brazil, resulted in a Revolutionary victory and the installation of Getúlio Dornelles Vargas as president. The Copacabana Palace Hotel (still one of Rio’s best hotels and found below), which opened on August 13, 1923, became one of the Americas’ most renowned hotels of the 1930s, paramount in establishing Rio as a world-class beach resort destination. On April 21, 1960, Brazil’s capital moved from Rio de Janeiro to Brasilia. The 2014 FIFA World Cup Final, as well as the 2016 Olympic Games, were both held in the city. In recognition of its arts, urban culture and designed landscapes, set around a natural environment, Rio de Janeiro has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since the early-2010s.

With a population of around 6.2 million cariocas, Rio de Janeiro is Brazil’s second-most populous municipality behind only São Paulo. Arranged for the 1935 carnival, Rio’s official song is titled “Cidade maravilhosa”, or “Marvelous City”. Estimated at R$343 billion, Rio accounts for Brazil’s second-largest municipal GDP, as well as the world’s 30th-largest. Oil, mining, telecommunications and of course tourism contribute to the Marvelous City’s robust economy. 2.82 million tourists per year visit Rio de Janeiro, making it South America’s most traveled city. Located in Zona Sul, or the South Zone, Copacabana and Ipanema beaches are ground-zero for world-renowned Brazilian tan lines. Rio summers occur between January and March, when  temperatures average around 79 degrees Fahrenheit, while mild winters between June and September average around 65 degrees. Additional points of interest include Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Downtown, Corcovado, Museum of Tomorrow, Fort Copacabana, Museum of Modern Art, National Museum of Fine Arts, Theatro Municipal, Hipódromo da Gávea and City of Arts. Local foods include feijoadas (bean and meat stew), picanha (round beef), pastel de queijo (cheese pastries), chicken coxinha (deep-fried croquette), pão de queijo (cheese bread), moqueca (seafood stew), bolinho de bacalhau (codfish cakes), kibe (fried kibbeh), cassava chips, bacalhau (salt cod bites) and brigadieros da escocia (chocolate truffles). Brazil’s national drink is the Caipirinha (pronounced kai-purr-REEN-yah), which is made with cachaça (a rum-like liquor), sugar and lime. Popular drinks are beer, wine, açai drinks, fruit juices, iced tea, lemonade and sugarcane juice. Equipped with a little more background information on the area, it’s time for hotels in Rio de Janeiro that will help make for an outstanding experience.

 

 

 

Miramar By Windsor Copacabana

Avenida Atlântica, 3668, Copacabana

Catacumba Park

Pet-friendly, Miramar Hotel by Windsor boasts a green granite pool, a modern gym, butler service, free WiFi, beach views, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, safes, mini-bars, bathrobes, a rooftop bar and a restaurant. Alloro al Miramar (Italian restaurant), Cinco e Meio (beer hall), Bar Bunda de Fora (restaurant), Panadero (coffee shop), Bip Bip (bar), Rei do Mate (snack bar), Loja oficial do Flamengo (sporting goods store), Total Sucos (juice shop), Bodytech (gym), Casa do Biscoito (cookie shop), Estilos Braseiros (restaurant) and more are in the area.

Within feet:

• • • Catacumba Park
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Diabo Beach
    • Ipanema Beach
    • Copacabana Fort
    • Devil’s Beach

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer
    • Corcovado

Within 5.7 miles:

• • • Pedra Bonita

Within 6.1 miles:

• • • AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium

Miramar Hotel by Windsor is 12.2 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (suite): $704

 

 

 

Windsor California Copacabana

Avenida Atlantica 2616, Copacabana

Avenida Atlantica

Windsor California Hotel features ocean views, free WiFi, balconies, an outdoor pool and air conditioning. Nearby are Balada Burger (restaurant), Balada Mix Restaurante (salad shop), La Copa Carne & Vino (restaurant), Barraca da Chiquita (Brazilian restaurant), Bibi Sucos (fast food restaurant), Santa Clara 33 Copacabana (shopping mall), Mercatto (women’s clothing store), Maria Filó (women’s clothing store), Grão da Terra (health food store), Cantina Donanna (Italian restaurant), Estação Minas (Minas Gerais restaurant), Deu la deu vinhos (deli) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Avenida Atlantica (Atlantic Avenue)
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Chacrinha Park

Within 1 mile:

• • • Copacabana Fort

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Ipanema Beach

Within 2.6 miles:

• • • Sugarloaf Mountain

Within 5.4 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Windsor California Hotel is 11.8 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (executive suite): $297

 

 

 

Lagune Barra Hotel

6555 Avenida Salvador Allende, Barra da Tijuca

Riocentro Conference Center

With an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center, a restaurant, a bar, air conditioning, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, currency exchange, desks, flat-screen TVs, balconies, daily buffet and continental breakfast and a sauna, Lagune Barra Hotel is found close to Anfiteatro Rio Centro (performing arts theater), Riocentro (convention center), Gate B RioCentro (landmark), Academia Smart Fit – Riocentro (gym), RioCentro Hall 1 (convention center), Bistrô Allium (bistro), Parque dos Atletas (concert venue), Riocentro Portão E (exhibition and trade center) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Riocentro Conference Center
    • Praça das Artes (Arts Square)

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Praça do Mascate

Within 1.9 miles:

• • • Praça Telê Santana

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Barra da Tijuca Beach

Within 13 miles:

• • • Corcovado Mountain

Lagune Barra Hotel is 15 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (King Suite): $241

Cost per person (four people): $60

 

 

 

Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro

Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno, 1430, Barra da Tijuca

Shopping Metropolitano Barra

Offering a rooftop swimming pool, lake views, a fitness center, a restaurant, modern guestrooms, elegant décor, complimentary coffee, hairdryers, free WiFi, 2 large ballrooms and 5 meeting rooms, Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro is in the vicinity of Abelardo Restaurante e Bar (restaurant), Shopping Metropolitano Barra (shopping mall), Cinema Cinemark (movie theater), Rick Rock Donuts (bakery), Kekala Custom Picolé (ice cream shop), Estação Turma da Mônica – Rio De Janeiro (amusement park), Kalunga (stationery store), Benkei Asiático (Japanese restaurant), Nação Rubro Negra Shopping Metropolitano Barra (sporting goods store) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Shopping Metropolitano Barra
    • Jacarepaguá Airport

Within 1 mile:

• • • Praça Inominada

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • Praça Tobias

Within 3.4 miles:

• • • Marapendi Ecological Park

Within 6 miles:

• • • Recreio dos Bandeirantes
    • Joatinga Beach

Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro is 13 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (King Suite): $245

 

 

 

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel

Avenida Atlantica, 1702, Copacabana

Copacabana Beach

With luxurious rooms, marble bathrooms, panoramic city and ocean views, a wellness spa, 3 gastronomic restaurants, English antique furniture, original artworks, free WiFi, Havaianas flip flops, private balconies and daily breakfast, Copacabana Palace can be found near Restaurante Pérgula (restaurant), Gucci Copacabana (women’s clothing store), Boardwalk of Copacabana, Copacabana Playa, Estátua do Ayrton Senna (sculpture), Quiosque Chopp Brahma Orla Qc 10 (bar), Quiosque Xodozin (restaurant), Cantón Peruvian & Chinese Food (restaurant), Lido Souvenirs (souvenir store), LF CAFÉ & BISTRÔ (coffee shop), Beco das Garrafas (bar), Little Club (live music venue), Quick Galetos (grill), Loja Fla Copacabana (sporting goods store), Amir (Middle Eastern restaurant), Zafferino (Italian restaurant), Marcelo Lanches (snack bar), Fórmula Academia (gym), Restaurante Basha (Lebanese restaurant), Os Imortais Bar (bar), Beef N Beer (bar & grill), De Sempre Bar (cocktail bar), Azumi Restaurante Japonês (authentic Japanese restaurant), Bar do Adão Copacabana (bar), Bread and Company (bakery), Aloha Sushi (sushi restaurant), Theater Glaucio Gill (performing arts theater), Toruk Sushi Copacabana (Japanese restaurant), Restaurante A Marisqueira (seafood restaurant), Alfaia Restaurante (Portuguese restaurant), Bar 420 and more.

Within feet:

• • • Copacabana Beach
    • Leme Beach
    • Copacabana Beach Volleyball Arena
    • Pasmado Belvedere
    • Rio Sul Shopping Center
    • Casa & Gourmet Shopping

Within 3.6 miles:

• • • Selarón Steps

Within 3.7 miles:

• • • Modern Art Museum

Within 6.5 miles:

• • • Pedra Bonita

Within 3.8 miles:

• • • Santos Dumont Airport

Copacabana Palace is 10 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (one-bedroom ocean view suite): $837

Cost per person (three people): $279

 

 

Aquarela do Leme

Ladeira Ary Barroso, 21, Leme

Duque de Caxias Fort

A beachfront hostel, Aquarela do Leme has a bar, a shared lounge, a terrace, a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, free WiFi and a buffet breakfast. Close by are Trilha Do Morro Da Babilônia (hiking area), Lookout Babylon (vista point), Bar do David (restaurant), Yayá Comidaria Pop Brasileira (restaurant), Da Brambini (Italian restaurant), Boteco Belmonte (pizza restaurant), Gaia Art & Café (vegetarian restaurant), La Fiorentina (Italian restaurant), Cantinho do Leme (restaurant), Bakery and Confectionery Duque de Caxias (bakery), Ox Fitness Club (gym), Restaurante Shirley (seafood restaurant), Gavea Beach Club Copacabana (restaurant), Joaquina (restaurant), Praia do Leme (beach), Boteco Belmonte (pizza restaurant), Restaurante Marius Degustare (seafood restaurant), Duque de Caxias Fort (fortress), Caju Gastrobar (bar), Galeto Sat’s (Brazilian restaurant) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Duque de Caxias Fort
    • Leme Beach
    • Sugarloaf Cable Car
    • Rio Sul Shopping Center
    • Praia Vermelha
    • Urca Beach

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Sugarloaf Mountain

Within 3.5 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Aquarela do Leme is 11.4 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $53

 

 

 

Emiliano Rio

Av. Atlântica, 3804, Copacabana

Galeria River

Emiliano Rio provides an outdoor infinity pool, contemporary architecture, natural light, sea views, free WiFi, private parking, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, seating areas, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryers, a restaurant, a spa, a fitness center and a rooftop swimming pool with beach views. Restaurante Emile (brunch restaurant), Restaurante Bardana Cozinha Natural (vegetarian restaurant), Amandine (women’s clothing store), Café Bar Brasileiro de Copa (bar), Delírio Carioca (bar & grill), Café e BAR BICO (restaurant), Hera (restsaurant), Sindicato do chopp (restaurant) and more are in the area.

Within feet:

• • • Galeria River
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Diabo Beach
    • Peter Pan Park
    • Army Historic Museum
    • Fort of Copacabana

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Ipanema Beach

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Within 2.5 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer
    • Corcovado

Within 6.2 miles:

• • • AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium

Emiliano Rio is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (ocean Emiliano suite): $691

 

 

 

 

Venit Mio Hotel

Avenida Embaixador Abelardo Bueno 2710, Barra da Tijuca

Jeunesse Arena

Venit Mio Hotel has free WiFi, private parking, an outdoor pool, city views, a restaurant, a bar, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, iPod docks, coffee machines, bath robes, slippers, a 24-hour front desk, a spa, a sauna and a business center. Nomangue (seafood restaurant), Restaurante Curi (restaurant), Sweet Lash & Beauty (eyelash salon), Brio Salão (beauty salon), Lucky Hair (beauty salon), Supercarnaval Supermarket (grocery store), Brigaderia da Drika (dessert shop), Supermercado Mundial (supermarket), Maria Lenk Aquatic Centre (squatic center), Jeunesse Arena (arena), Rio Olympic Velodrome (velodrome), Olympic Tennis Centre (tennis court), Carioca Arena 3 (arena), Parque Olímpico (athletic park) and more are within range.

Within feet:

• • • Jeunesse Arena
    • Praça dos Delfos (Delphi Square)
    • Praça Inominada

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • Praça África do Sul

Within 2.8 miles:

• • • Barra da Tijuca Beach

Within 9 miles:

• • • Tijuca Forest National Park

Venit Mio Hotel is 13 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Luxury Triple Room): $278

Cost per person (three people): $92

 

 

Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro

Avenida Vieira Souto, 80, Ipanema

Ipanema Beach

Hotel Fasano features a rooftop pool, sea views, a spa, a wellness center, elegant décor, balconies, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, hairdryers, spacious rooms, hardwood floors, high quality wood, leather furniture, a restaurant, a bar, a sauna, a fitness center, a terrace, concierge service, a solarium and a nightclub. Baretto-Londra (bar), Fasano Al Mare (restaurant), Gero Rio (Italian restaurant), Baretto-Londra (bar), Statue of Tom Jobim, Statue of Tom Jobim (sculpture), Boteco Boa Praça (bar), Zig Zag (bar), Casa da Feijoada (restaurant), Le pulê (restaurant), Mercearia da Praça (Portuguese restaurant), Cantina da Praça (Italian restaurant), La Veronese (pastry shop), Canastra Bar (gastropub), Hortifruti (produce market), Restaurante Faraj (Middle Eastern restaurant), Rio Açaí Gourmet (Açaí shop), Boteco Stambul Ipanema (bar & grill), Bodytech – Gomes Carneiro (gym), Buffet Roth (buffet restaurant) and more are nearby.

Within feet:

• • • Ipanema Beach
    • Arpoador Beach
    • Diabo Beach
    • General Osório Square
    • Girl of Ipanema Park
    • Devil’s Beach

Within 5.1 miles:

• • • Selarón Steps

Within 5.3 miles:

• • • Modern Art Museum

Within 6.4 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Hotel Fasano is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (deluxe suite): $1,951

Cost per person (four people): $487

 

 

 

Hotelinho Urca Guest House

Rua Marechal Cantuária, 10, Urca

Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar

Providing panoramic sea views, a sun terrace, a pool, tasteful décor, air conditioning, antique-style furniture, flat-screen TVs, mini-bars, glass-enclosed showers and a daily breakfast buffet, Hotelinho Urca Guest House sits near Urca Grill (restaurant), Crepe Pascal (Buffet Crêpes & Galettes), Urca.Burgue (hamburger restaurant), Maria Açaí Urca (açaí shop), Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar (tourist attraction), Estação II – Morro da Urca / Praia Vermelha (mountain cable car), Embaixada Carioca (Brazilian restaurant), Parada intermediária – Bondinho Pão de açúcar (food court), Estação III – Morro da Urca / Pão de Açúcar (mountain cable car) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Teleférico do Pão de Açúcar
    • Praça Félix Laranjeiras (Félix Laranjeiras Square)
    • Urca Beach
    • Red Beach
    • Pasmado Belvedere
    • São João Fortress

Within 1.5 miles:

• • • Aterro do Flamengo

Within 2.5 miles:

• • • Selarón Steps

Within 6 miles:

• • • Tijuca Forest National Park

Hotelinho Urca Guest House is 9 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Deluxe Apartment with Kitchen): $124

Cost per person (four people): $31

 

 

 

Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery

Rua Almirante Alexandrino, 660, Santa Teresa

Praça Odílio Costa Neto

With tropical designs, panoramic bay views, free WiFi, a swimming pool surrounded by gardens, a spa, a restaurant and a bar, Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery is near Térèze (Nuevo Latino restaurant), Bar dos Descasados (bar), Paróquia Santa Teresa de Jesus (Catholic church), Esquina de Santa Cafeteria & Pizzaria (pizza restaurant), Nega Tereza Bar (bar), Bar Armazém São Thiago – Santa Teresa (bar), Santa Teresa Irmãos Mercearia (market), Bar da Fatinha (bar), Cong Fast Food (restaurant), Bonde Boca (restaurant), Assembléia de Deus no Leblon (church), Novooeste Bar & Burger (hamburger restaurant), Paróquia São Paulo Apóstolo (Igreja Episcopal Aglicana do Brasil – Episcopal church), Bar do Mineiro (restaurant), Tribas Pizzas (pizza restaurant), Cultivar (breakfast restaurant), Portella Bar e Restaurante – Santa Teresa / RJ (Brazilian restaurant), Café do Alto (Brazilian restaurant), ARMAZÉM SÃO JOAQUIM (restaurant), Botequim Ladeirinha (restaurant), Restaurante Sobrenatural (seafood restaurant), Samba Do Guimaraes (bar), Largo dos Guimarães (tourist attraction), Cine Santa Teresa (movie theater), Bar do Serginho (bar), Mirante Jorge Salomão (tourist attraction), Parque das Ruínas (cultural center), Café Mandala (cafe), Teatro Municipal Ruth de Souza (performing arts theater), Museu da Chácara do Céu (museum),  Grégora Arte… Café, Braseirinho da Glória (chicken restaurant), Feira Livre da Glória (wholesale market), Panka Peruvian Kitchen (Peruvian restaurant), Beco do Rato (bar), Praça Paris (plaza, Mirante do Curvelo (scenic spot), Largo do Curvelo (scenic spot), ZOLA (pizza restaurant), Rio Squash Club (squash court), Estação do Açaí (açaí shop), Quentihas da VAL (snack bar), Adega do Pimenta (restaurant), Mô Café (espresso bar), Graça Restaurant, Explorer Bar (cocktail bar) and Santa Quitanda (market)  and more.

Within feet:

• • • Praça Odílio Costa Neto (Odílio Costa Neto Square)
    • Largo do Guimarães
    • Largo do Curvelo
    • Guinle Park
    • Selarón Steps
    • Samba Museum

Within  1.1 miles:

• • • Flamengo Beach

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Modern Art Museum

Within 1.9 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Junior King Suite): $623

 

 

 

Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast

Rua Bernardino dos Santos, 31, Santa Teresa

Largo do Curvelo

Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast offers an outdoor swimming pool, mountain and bay views, free WiFi, free continental breakfast, air conditioning, balconies, patios, a garden, barbecue facilities and a terrace. Nearby is Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery.

Within feet:

• • • Largo do Curvelo
    • Praça Sérgio Cardoso
    • Largo Marcia Coelho Lyra
    • Selarón Steps
    • Arcos da Lapa – Carioca Acqueduct
    • Modern Art Museum
    • Flamengo Beach

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Florianopolis Bus Station

Within 4.2 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Duplex Suite): $314

Cost per person (four people): $78

 

 

 

JANEIRO Hotel

Avenida Delfim Moreira, 696, Leblon

Leblon Beach

With a bar, a restaurant, sea views, flat-screen TVs, coffee machines, desks, a buffet breakfast and an outdoor pool, JANEIRO Hotel is in the vicinity of Leblon Beach (tourist attraction), Malta Beef Club (restaurant), Safari Burger & Grill (hamburger restaurant), Academia Smart Fit (gym), Oro (restaurant), Fratelli (Italian restaurant), Antiquarius (restaurant), Veloso (bar), Nam Thai (Thai restaurant), Vezpa (pizza restaurant), BB Lanches (diner), Jobi (bar), Talho Capixaba (bakery), P.Ovo Leblon (diner), Kurt (cake shop), Bodytech – Leblon General Urquiza (gym), Bigorrilho Lanches (bar), Coffeetown (cafeteria), Le Blond (French restaurant), Boteco Boa Praça (bar), Academia Smart Fit – Dias Ferreira (gym), Esch Café (restaurant), Momo Gelato (ice cream shop), Sushi Leblon (sushi restaurant), Nola (salad shop), Supermercado Zona Sul (supermarket) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Leblon Beach
    • Ipanema Beach
    • Atahualpa Square
    • Shopping Leblon Mall
    • Spain Square
    • Flamengo Soccer Club
    • Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro

Within  1.4 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Within 3.6 miles:

• • • Pedra Bonita

Within 5.1 miles:

• • • Sugarloaf Mountain

JANEIRO Hotel is 12.2 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (suite with sea view): $788

 

 

 

O Veleiro Bed and Breakfast

Rua Mundo Novo, casa 1440, Botafogo

Botafogo Beach

You’ll get free WiFi, an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, a shared TV lounge, a garden, air conditioning, TVs, safes, free street parking and a daily buffet breakfast at O Veleiro Bed and Breakfast. In the area you may find Ana Fogaça Sucré (dessert shop), Alexandre Almeida Tennis (tennis court), Mirante da Cardoso Júnior (tourist attraction), Armazém Cardosão (pub), Ensaio Café (coffee shop), Estádio Presidente Manoel Schwartz (stadium), Fluminense Football Club (soccer club), Museu Fluminense FC (museum) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Botafogo Beach
    • Praça da Assunção
    • Largo Prof Saul Borges Carneiro
    • Guinle Park
    • Pasmado Belvedere

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Aterro do Flamengo

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer

Within 1.9 miles:

• • • Leme Beach

O Veleiro Bed and Breakfast is 8 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Superior Room): $192

Cost per person (four people): $48

 

 

 

 

Rua Barão de Guaratiba Penthouse

Rua Barão de Guaratiba, 218 Gloria

Flamengo Beach

Rua Barão de Guaratiba Penthouse comes with a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, free WiFi, a pool with a view, full-day security, a balcony, a flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, a hot tub and a hairdryer. Briancine (camera store), Adriana Castro Pilates (pilates studio), Teatro Adolpho Bloch (performing arts theater), Ateliê Casa Vênus (massage therapist), Britan Bar – Bar do Zé (bar), Mistureba da Gloria Bar e Restaurante Zona Sul Centro (restaurant), Sonho Lindo (bar), Sushi Glória (Japanese restaurant), Boteco do Zeca Pagodinho: Carnes, Cerveja, Bar em Rio de Janeiro (bar), Espaço Terra Mater (cultural center), Espaço Catete Cultural (cultural center), Karolinas Restaurante (buffet restaurant), Casa do Jimmy (dance school), CT 40 Graus (gym), Casa da Glória (restaurant), Igreja de Nossa Senhora da Glória do Outeiro (Catholic church), Feira de Orgânicos da Glória (farmers’ market) and more are in the area.

Within feet:

• • • Flamengo Beach
    • Praça Juarez Távora
    • Aterro do Flamengo
    • Monument to the Brazilian Soldiers in World War II

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • Estação D Pedro II Central Train

Within 2 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Within 3 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer

Rua Barão de Guaratiba Penthouse is 8 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $577

Cost per person (four people): $144

 

 

 

Casa Geranio

Rua Joaquim Murtinho, 383, Santa Teresa

Parque das Ruínas

An outdoor pool, free breakfast, free WiFi, gardens, city views, modern décor, air conditioning and mini-bars are amenities at Casa Geranio. You may likewise find Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast and Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery in the area.

Within feet:

• • • Parque das Ruínas (Ruins Park)
    • Praça Sérgio Cardoso
    • Selarón Steps
    • Largo do Curvelo
    • Praça Glauce Rocha
    • Largo da Lapa
    • Samba Museum

Within 1 mile:

• • • Guinle Park
    • Image and Sound Museum

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Urca Beach

Casa Geranio is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Superior Double Room): $342

 

 

Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa – Boutique Hotel

Rua Visconde de Paranaguá, 71, Santa Teresa

Monument to the Brazilian Soldiers in World War II

Featuring a bar, a garden, air conditioning, free WiFi, a sauna, a year-round outdoor pool, a terrace, a restaurant, desks, coffee machines, balconies, city views and 24-hour English, Spanish, French and Portuguese-speaking front-desk staff, Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa is in proximity to Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast, Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery and Casa Geranio.

Within feet:

• • • Monument to the Brazilian Soldiers in World War II
    • Praça Glauce Rocha
    • Praça N sa da Glória
    • Selarón Steps

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • Botafogo Beach

Within 4.5 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Master Deluxe Room): $685

 

 

 

Pousada Rio144

3780 Rua Almirante Alexandrino Casa 1, Santa Teresa

Largo do Boticário

Pousada Rio144 comes with a rooftop pool, a garden, a bar, air conditioning, sea views, a sun terrace, free WiFi, desks, walk-in showers, hair dryers and an on-site coffee shop. Casa de Santa Teresa (wedding venue), Recanto do Barão (wedding venue), Bar do Tino (bar), Mirante dos Prazeres (scenic spot), Restaurante Cantina do Gaucho (restaurant), Dois Irmãos (historical landmark), Cereal Bakery Craft (bakery), Buteco Mandacaru (bar), Casa Alto Alice (event venue), Taberna 564 Restaurante e Pizzaria (Brazilian restaurant), Parish São Judas Tadeu (Catholic church), Largo do Boticário (tourist attraction), Feijoada Cosme Velho (event venue), Casa Roberto Marinho (cultural center) and more are in the vicinity.

Within feet:

• • • Largo do Boticário
    • Largo Prof Melo Silva
    • Praça Peter Pan
    • D. Marta Belvedere

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer

Within 1.5 miles:

• • • Afonso Pena Subway

Within 2.6 miles:

• • • Modern Art Museum

Pousada Rio144 is 8 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Deluxe Suite with Sea View): $400

 

 

 

 

Vila Santa Teresa Hotel & Spa

Rua Almirante Alexandrino 2305, Santa Teresa

Samba Museum

With a year-round outdoor pool, sea, city, garden and pool views, a sun terrace, a bar, free WiFi, free private parking, air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, bathrobes, slippers, breakfast and a 24-hour front desk, Vila Santa Teresa is close to Beatriz Restaurant & Bar Alberto (hotel restaurant & bar), pizzariadohedi (pizza restaurant), Terezza (bistro), Restaurante ABCD (restaurant), Pavilhão Santa Teresa (banquet hall), Molotov Cervarte (brewpub) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Largo do França
    • Praça Mucio Leão
    • Largo Prof Saul Borges Carneiro,
    • Cosme Velho Train

Within 1.1 miles:

• • • Samba Museum

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Morro do Inglês Train

Within 1.4 miles:

• • • Selarón Steps

Within 1.5 miles:

• • • Aterro do Flamengo
    • Arcos da Lapa – Carioca Acqueduct

Vila Santa Teresa is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Master Suite): $669

 

 

 

Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel

Rua Santa Cristina, 132, Santa Teresa

Largo Marcia Coelho Lyra

Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel offers air conditioning, bay and mountain views, a terrace, an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Guesthouse Bianca, Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery, Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast, Casa Geranio and Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa share the area.

Within feet:

• • • Largo Marcia Coelho Lyra
    • Largo do Guimarães
    • Largo da Glória
    • Selarón Steps
    • Monument to the Brazilian Soldiers in World War II

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Florianopolis Bus Station

Within 2.6 miles:

• • • Red Beach

Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Junior Suite): $450

 

 

 

CLIFFSIDE – Boutique Hotel & Spa

Escada Flora Mai, 177 – Joá, Joatinga

Joatinga Beach

Providing a terrace, a pool, sea views, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, a garden, yoga classes, bike and car rental and baby safety gates, CLIFFSIDE – Boutique Hotel & Spa is in proximity to Gruta da Joatinga (tourist attraction), Praia da Joatinga (beach), Trilha Praia da Joatinga (hiking area), Mirante da Praia da Joatinga (tourist attraction), Rapel de Joatinga (tourist attraction), Costa Brava Clube Salt Pool (social club salt pool), Ponta do Marisco (scenic spot), Costa Brava Clube (sports club), Pura Rio (restaurant), Jet Paradise Marine & Club (marina), Praia dos Amores (beach), Recanto do Bacana (restaurant), Boteco Do Portuga – Barra Da Tijuca (bar), Mocellin Mar (seafood restaurant), Praia da Barra – Quebra mar (beach volleyball court), Santa Brasa Pepê (steak house), Nômades Beach Tennis (sports club), Tia Augusta (hot dog restaurant), Pier Barra da Tijuca (tourist attraction), Quebra Mar da Barra (beach) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Joatinga Beach
    • Barra da Tijuca Beach
    • Praça Desembargador Araújo Jorge
    • Praça das Bromélias

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Oceânico Subway

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • Pepino Beach

Within 4 miles:

• • • Tijuca Forest National Park

Within 4.1 miles:

• • • Chinese Pavilion

CLIFFSIDE – Boutique Hotel & Spa is 13 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Presidential Suite): $1,529

 

 

 

Rua Roberto Apartment

Rua Roberto Dias Lopes, 93, Leme

Red Beach

With 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, air conditioning, free WiFi, free private parking and a fully-equipped kitchen, Rua Roberto Apartment is near D’Amici Leme (Italian restaurant), Mix House Leme – Bistrô (bistro), Restaurante Shirley (seafood restaurant), Frédéric Epicerie (restaurant), Açaí Vilaíta Comércio Alimentício Ltda (ice cream shop), O Pão (bakery), Oggi Sorvetes Copacabana (ice cream shop), Pasta e Pallone (Italian restaurant), Wafa Restaurante Árabe (Middle Eastern restaurant), Brewdega – Cervejas Artesanais (brewpub), Otra (oyster bar restaurant), Monumento à Princesa Isabel, a Redentora (tourist attraction), Quiosque do Samba Social Clube (restaurant), OK GastroBar (restaurant), Barraca do Flavio 43 (bar), Quiosque de Música Eletrônica Tony Ibiza Copacabana (kiosk), Praia do Leme (beach), Barraca Ponto G – leme (beach cocktail bar), Barraca de Praia Equipe Malhadão 22 – leme Rj (beach cocktail bar), Joaquina (restaurant), BarTínez (restaurant), S Bistrô – LEME (bistro), Sushi Akyrio Leme (Japanese restaurant), Restaurante The View (American restaurant), C2Rio Tours (tour agency), Angel’s Bar (pub), Gullo Tabacaria Copacabana (tobacco shop), Sorveteria De Marco (ice cream shop) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Red Beach
    • Leme Beach
    • Praça Demétrio Ribeiro
    • Cardeal Arcoverde Subway
    • Pasmado Belvedere

Within 1.7 miles:

• • • São João Fortress

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • Copacabana Fort

Within 2.5 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer

Rua Roberto Apartment is 10 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $122

Cost per person (eight people): $15

 

 

 

Guesthouse Bianca

Rua Murtinho Nobre, 35, Santa Teresa

Selarón Steps

Guesthouse Bianca comes with tropical gardens, mountain views, complimentary breakfast, free WiFi, unique décor, air conditioning and ceiling fans. Close to this guesthouse are Santa Teresa Hotel RJ – MGallery, Gerthrudes Bed & Breakfast, Casa Geranio and Villa Paranaguá Hotel & Spa.

Within feet:

• • • Selarón Steps
    • Praça Sérgio Cardoso
    • Largo do Curvelo
    • Modern Art Museum
    • Flamengo Beach

Within 1 mile:

• • • Samba Museum
    • Aterro do Flamengo

Within 1.6 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Within 1.8 miles:

• • • AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium

Guesthouse Bianca is 7 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Deluxe Queen Suite): $232

Cost per person (three people): $77

 

 

 

Rainha Elisabeth Apartment

Avenida Rainha Elisabeth, 244 apto 301, Copacabana

Parque Peter Pan

Rainha Elisabeth Apartment features 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, free WiFi, free private parking, facilities for disabled guests, air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen, a coffee machine, walk-in showers, a private entrance and full-day security.

Within feet:

• • • Parque Peter Pan (Peter Pan Park)
    • Parque Garota de Ipanema
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Arpoador Beach
    • Ipanema Beach
    • General Osório Square
    • Copacabana Fort
    • Ipanema/General Osório Subway Station

Within 2.1 miles:

• • • Lage Park

Within 2.6 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer

Rainha Elisabeth Apartment is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $473

Cost per person (eight people): $59

 

 

 

Ipanema Hills Lofts

Rua Saint Roman 253, Copacabana

Arpoador Beach

Offering free WiFi, air conditioning, fully-equipped kitchens, coffee machines, kettles, continental breakfast and a terrace, Ipanema Hills Lofts is just up the street from RIOException (real estate agency) and Michelle Nails Design (nail salon).

Within feet:

• • • Arpoador Beach
    • Praça General Osório
    • General Osório Square
    • Ipanema Beach
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Girl of Ipanema Park

Within 2.3 miles:

• • • Christ the Redeemer Train

Within 4 miles:

• • • Tijuca Forest National Park

Within 5 miles:

• • • Santos Dumont Airport

Ipanema Hills Lofts is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Loft): $1,262

Cost per person (sixteen people): $78

 

 

 

Ave Nossa Senhora Penthouse

Ave Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 1137, Copacabana

Praça Cel Eugênio Franco

Ave Nossa Senhora Penthouse has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a private pool, a hot tub, free WiFi, free private parking, a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, air conditioning, a hair dryer and a fully-equipped kitchen. Eclipse Bar (pizza restaurant), Uso e Desuso Antiguidades (antique furniture store), Duvalia Beauty (beauty salon), Sorveteria Pizzaria Restaurante Lopes (restaurant), Padero Copacabana (bakery), Teva Deli (restaurant), Americana Restaurante & Pizzaria (restaurant), Apetite Café (cafe), Baixela (restaurant), Supermercado Zona Sul (grocery store), Venga Chiringuito (Spanish restaurant) and more are in the area.

Within feet:

• • • Praça Cel Eugênio Franco (Cel Eugênio Franco Square)
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Copacabana Fort
    • Girl of Ipanema Park

Within 2.4 miles:

• • • Pasmado Belvedere

Within 2.5 miles:

• • • Corcovado Mountain

Within 5 miles:

• • • Modern Art Museum

Ave Nossa Senhora Penthouse is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $199

Cost per person (six people): $33

 

 

Sunset Marambaia

Estrada da Vendinha 3787

Praia do Perigoso

With 3 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, sea and beach views, a terrace, free WiFi, private parking at an extra charge, air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen, flat-screen TVs and an on-site bar, Sunset Marambaia is in proximity to SIRI PIZZA. Barra de Guaratiba RJ (pizza delivery), Cantinho da Verinha (restaurant), Bira de Guaratiba Restaurante (restaurant), Casa dos Harleys Sanduíches Gourmet (sandwich shop), Restau de Marambaia (seafood restaurant), Bistro Manguezal (bar), Blackfish bistrô (seafood restaurant), Casa Remo (sports school), Ecomarambaia Canoe Club (canoe and kayak store), Stone Telegraph – Barra de Guaratiba (hiking area), Alto Barra Beach Lounge – bar e restaurante (bar), Aloha Guaratiba (restaurant), Praia de Guaratiba (tourist attraction), Garota de Guaratiba (seafood restaurant), Praia Barra de Guaratiba (beach), Clubinho Beach (restaurant), Restaurante Valle do Peixe (restaurant), Praia do Canto (beach), Gruta Do Cachorro (hiking area), Access Trail of Wild Beaches (hiking area), Praia das Conchas (beach), Turtle Stone (hiking area), Praia do Perigoso (beach), Praia do Meio (beach), Praia Funda (beach), Praia do Inferno (beach), Área de Proteção Ambiental de Grumari (nature preserve), Trilha Pedra do Telégrafo (hiking area), Mirante de Barra de Guaratiba (scenic spot) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Praia do Perigoso (Perigoso Beach)
    • Praia do Perigoso

Within 1.2 miles:

• • • Roberto Burle Marx Estate

Within 2.8 miles:

• • • Prainha Municipal Natural Park

Within 3.7 miles:

• • • Vila Morena Festas e Eventos

Within 3.9 miles:

• • • Parque Natural Municipal da Prainha

Within 4 miles:

• • • Largo da Ilha

Sunset Marambaia is 26 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night (Holiday Home): $539

Cost per person (fifteen people): $35

 

 

 

 

Rua Belfort Penthouse

Rua Belfort Roxo 146, Copacabana

Praça do Lido

You’ll get 3 bedrooms, a hot tub, an open-air bath, sea views, a terrace, free WiFi, private parking at an extra charge, air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen, a coffee machine, an outdoor dining area and barbecue facilities at Rua Belfort Penthouse. Sharing the area is Rua Roberto Apartment.

Within feet:

• • • Praça do Lido
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Leme Beach
    • Praça Demétrio Ribeiro
    • Red Beach

Within 1 mile:

• • • Pasmado Belvedere

Within 2.2 miles:

• • • Cosme Velho Train

Within 3.1 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Rua Belfort Penthouse is 10 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $389

Cost per person (seven people): $55

 

 

 

Rua Barao Penthouse

Rua Barao da torre 32b, Ipanema

Praça General Osório

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, sea views, free private parking, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and bike and car rentals come standard at Rua Barao Penthouse. Also nearby is Hotel Fasano.

Within feet:

• • • Praça General Osório (General Osório Square)
    • General Osório Square
    • Ipanema Beach
    • Parque Peter Pan
    • Arpoador Beach

Within 2 miles:

• • • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens

Within 6 miles:

• • • Museum of Tomorrow

Rua Barao Penthouse is 11 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $822

Cost per person (six people): $137

 

 

 

 

 

Rua Gomes Penthouse

R. Gomes Carneiro, 58 – Ipanema

General Osório Square

Rua Gomes Carneiro Penthouse offers free WiFi, a TV with cable channels, air conditioning, a fully-equipped kitchen and sea views.  Bodytech (gym), Stambul Restaurant (Arab restaurant), Osorio Bar, Zer09 Tap Room, La Veronese (Italian restaurant), Fazendola (restaurant), Le pule (restaurant and bar), Banana Jack (hamburger restaurant), Casa da Feijoada (Brazilian restaurant), Bar Astor (bar), Zona Sul (grocery store), Origens Cafe & Cia and more are within range.

Within feet:

• • • General Osório Square
    • Ipanema Beach
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Galeria River
    • Devil’s Beach

Within 1.3 miles:

• • • Rodrigo de Freitas Lake

Within 2.5 miles:

• • • Corcovado
    • Christ the Redeeme

Within 4.3 miles:

• • • Sugar Loaf Mountain

Rua Gomes Carneiro Penthouse is 12.4 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $132

Cost per person (four people): $33

 

 

 

The Coral Penthouse

R. Barata Ribeiro, 396 – Copacabana

Chacrinha Park

A remarkable penthouse, The Coral Penthouse comes with 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a garden, free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, air conditioning, a terrace, a flat-screen TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, a balcony with garden views, continental breakfast, a grill and bicycle and car rental service. Nearby you may find Vareta (fishing store), Casa 7 (vitamin and supplement store), Louzieh (candy store), Herborista (health food store), Gilson Martins (bag store), Chifon (clothing store), Hortifruiti (fruit and vegetable store), The Polish (Polish restaurant) and more.

Within feet:

• • • Chacrinha Park
    • Copacabana Beach
    • Copacabana Beach Volleyball Arena
    • Catacumba Park
    • Pasmado Belvedere

Within 1 mile:

• • • Rio Sul Shopping Center

Within 3.1 miles:

• • • Sugarloaf Mountain

Within 3.7 miles:

• • • Selarón Steps

Within 6.1 miles:

• • • Pedra Bonita

The Coral Penthouse is 11.5 miles from Galeão International Airport.

Approximate cost per night: $1,093

Cost per person (fourteen people): $78

 

 

 

 

 

 

So there they are, hotels in Rio de Janeiro that will help make for an outstanding trip. We hope you have found this information useful and most of all, that you enjoy your time in Brazil!