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Fairmont Rio de Janeiro CopacabanavsArena Copacabana Hotel

Both hotels are rated very highly by professionals. Overall, Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana scores significantly better than Arena Copacabana Hotel. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 9 publications such as Travel + Leisure, DK Eyewitness and Lonely Planet.

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
8/10
Av. Atlantica, 4240, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-002
From $190/night
  • Pet Friendly
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Laundry Service
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Concierge Concierge
"Copa's premier hotel for tourists and business visitors alike."
Fodor's Fodor's
"Vacationers enjoy the beachfront location and the picture-perfect views... while business executives appreciate the top-notch business facilities." Full review
DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"The fabulous views, excellent French restaurant Le Pré Catalan, and quality service make up for the unins pired decor of this hotel."
Time Out Time Out
"The Sofitel has the advantage of both the famous stretch of sand book-ended by Sugarloaf to the east as well as the rather cleaner (and busier) waters of Ipanema just a short walk away." Full review
Star Service Star Service
"Overlooking Copacabana Beach from the more placid Arpoador end, within walking distance of Ipanema, this property appeals to both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"There may be newer, more trendy hotels in town, but when it comes to top-notch service and luxury accommodations, the Sofitel gets it right every time." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"One of Rio's priciest hotels, the French-owned Sofitel does its best to impress." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"A top pick for business travelers, the Sofitel sits right on the famed Copacabana Beach." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"To be converted to first Fairmont in South America between May 2017 and July 2018. " Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Fairmont's first hotel in South America promises to be a stunner when it opens in 2019. Anchoring the southern end of Copacabana, the 400-room hotel will have accommodations with all the..." Full review
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Arena Copacabana Hotel
7/10
Av. Atlantica 2064, Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22040-010
From $56/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"You may want to book early for the Arena; this popular hotel is fantastically located in the middle of Copacabana Beach and offers modern, contemporary accommodations at affordable rates." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Arena Copacabana Hotel boasts a superb location on Copacabana beach." Full review

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