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Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de JaneirovsThe Maze Inn
Both properties are recommended by professional reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Belmond Copacabana Palace is preferred by most professionals compared to The Maze Inn. Belmond Copacabana Palace scores 95 with recommendations from 15 reviews such as Oyster, The Telegraph and Travel + Leisure.
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
The Maze Inn Time Out Rough Guide
The Telegraph
Lonely Planet
Rua Tavares Bastos 414 _ 66, Catete, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Multilingual
- Kitchenette
- Meeting Rooms
Time Out "Englishman Bob Nadkarni's inn has developed mythical status as much for its amiable raconteur owner as the monthly word-of-mouth jazz nights." Full review
Rough Guide "The most interesting place to stay in Rio, designed and run by the BBC’s former Rio correspondent, and famous for its jazz nights."
The Telegraph7.0
"Without a doubt the most original place to stay in Rio, the Maze is a home, a music venue, an art gallery and an institution tucked away at the top of a favela." Full review
Lonely PlanetTop choice
"A fantastic place to overnight for those looking for an alternative view of Rio. The rooms are uniquely decorated... while the veranda offers stunning views of the bay and Pão de Açúcar." Full review
