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Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de JaneirovsPousada Casa Aurea Boutique
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. On balance, Belmond Copacabana Palace is preferred by most professionals compared to Pousada Casa Aurea Boutique. Belmond Copacabana Palace scores 95 with praise from 15 publications like Gayot, Frommer's and Jetsetter.
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
Pousada Casa Aurea Boutique Frommer's DK Eyewitness Rough Guide
Lonely Planet
Rua Aurea N 80, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20240210
From $127/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Family Friendly
Frommer's "Only a short walk up the road from the main square in Santa Teresa, this affordable pousada is popular with sociable travelers and backpackers." Full review
DK Eyewitness "This informal, family-run budget boutique hostel sits in its own little garden patio on a Santa Teresa back street."
Rough Guide Star
"In a charming house dating from 1871, this lovely pousada has twelve simple rooms, some with private bathrooms and a/c."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Has rustic charm with simple but cozy rooms and a large covered garden where you can lounge on hammocks, fire up the barbecue or whip up a meal in the open-air kitchen." Full review
