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Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de JaneirovsSanta Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. Overall, Hotel Santa Teresa Rio MGallery by Sofitel ranks marginally higher than Belmond Copacabana Palace. Hotel Santa Teresa Rio MGallery by Sofitel is ranked #1 in Rio de Janeiro with endorsements from 14 publications such as Rough Guide, Lonely Planet and Fodor's.
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Rough Guide
Fodor's
Jetsetter
Gayot
Travel + Leisure
Star Service
Condé Nast Traveler Show All Reviews
Avenida Atlantica 1702, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22021
From $301/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's "The spot where beachfront luxury in Rio began way back in the Jazz age, the 86-year-old Palace is still the place to splurge." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Copacabana’s most plush hotel features ocean view suites that have housed princes, presidents, and visiting film stars."
Time Out "Surely the most famous hotel in South America, the Palace elegantly lords over Copacabana beach, an oasis of class in a neighbourhood not always renowned for such dignity." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Anyone who’s anyone has stayed in this gloriously maintained Art Deco landmark, which, despite Copacabana’s general decline, remains a great experience."
Fodor's "The hotel's neoclassical facade is beautifully maintained and remains a glimmering white. Inside you can find one of the city's largest and most attractive swimming pools." Full review
Jetsetter "Despite the history and enduring hype, the hotel cultivates an almost unexpected feeling of discretion and calm." Full review
Gayot "This landmark hotel is an enduring hot spot for international jet-setters."
Travel + Leisure "The landmark French Riviera-style palace dates back to 1923, with a modern, all-suite annex that overlooks one of the world's most famous stretches of sand." Full review
Star Service "This property is the most famous hotel in Rio de Janeiro, and for traditionalists, it is the best." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "This Belle Époque stalwart opened as South America’s first European-style resort in 1923, modeled on the beachfront hotels of the French Riviera." Full review
Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery Frommer's Fodor's Jetsetter
Lonely Planet
Oyster Travel + Leisure Time Out Rough Guide
Afar Magazine Gayot Show All Reviews
Rua Almirante Alexandrino 660, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-260
From $192/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Frommer's "Térèze is one of the city's best." Full review
Fodor's "Five-star hotel... in the common areas, burnt cement, reclaimed wood, and tropical plants lend a rustic air without compromising the sense of elegance and luxury." Full review
Jetsetter "The history of Brazil is a multicultural one, and the Santa Teresa Hotel is proud to display it." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Probably the finest boutique hotel in Rio, it's set in a lavishly restored building... with artfully designed rooms."
OysterLuxury
"Relais & Chateaux Santa Teresa is a historic mansion turned luxurious boutique hotel located on a former coffee plantation in Santa Teresa." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Set on a former coffee plantation on a hill overlooking Rio’s red-tile roofs, the beautifully restored 44-room Santa Teresa Hotel feels like the home of a globe-trotting artist." Full review
Time Out "The three-year renovation of this stunning 1850s mansion on the hillside of Santa Teresa created one of the most tranquil locations to be found in the city." Full review
Rough Guide Star
"Once a down-at-heel hostel, this imposing 1860s building has been transformed into one of Rio’s most beautiful and efficiently run hotels."
Afar Magazine "Rio de Janeiro’s Hotel Santa Teresa features Amazonian folk sculptures alongside midcentury furniture by Brazilian modernist Sergio Rodrigues." Full review
Gayot "This stunning hotel resides on a historic estate in the charming Santa Teresa district."
