Golden Tulip Ipanema PlazavsNovotel Rio de Janeiro Leme
Both hotels are rated highly by travel writers. Overall, Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza is the choice of most reviewers compared to Hotel Novotel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana. Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza has a TripExpert Score of 79 with accolades from 7 publications such as Time Out, DK Eyewitness and Frommer's.
Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza
Rua Farme de Amoedo, 34, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22420-020
From $195/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The fabulous location -- just 1 block from Ipanema beach, in the heart of the neighborhood's trendy gay section -- is why so many stay here." Full review
Fodor's
"The location close to Ipanema Beach is the main reason to stay at this hotel, which provides guests with beach chairs and umbrella service free of charge."
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel occupies a tall tower a block from the sea at Ipanema’s Arpoador end. The rooms on the “Ipanema floor” have clean modern lines and colors, along with Italian furniture."
Time Out
"Part of the Golden Tulip international hotel chain, the Plaza is a popular choice with the gay community given its exquisite location at the end of Farme de Amoedo." Full review
Star Service
"This hotel is located on a busy corner one block from Ipanema Beach, within walking distance of Copacabana." Full review
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Four floors are dedicated smoke-free, and adjoining rooms are available on request.
Rough Guide
Star
"The luxurious Ipanema Plaza (part of the Dutch-owned Golden Tulip chain) is small enough to provide individual attention to guests."
The Telegraph
7.0
"Over a hundred rooms, almost on the beach and with a sizable rooftop pool it has much to offer, yet in places it feels weary and in need of some love and attention." Full review
Fodor's
"In the heart of Ipanema's shopping and dining district...this hotel has standard accommodations and in-room amenities but a great rooftop view—a postcard shot of Corcovado and the lagoon. " Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"A top choice, the 18-story Plaza features nicely decorated rooms with tile floors, a muted color scheme and sizable windows to let in the tropical rays." Full review
Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme
Rua Gustavo Sampaio, 320, Leme, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22010010
From $71/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"Located a block off the beach in green and quiet Leme, a residential neighborhood at the far end of Copacabana beach, the Continental offers outstanding value." Full review
Star Service
"One block from the beach, and within a 15-minute stroll of central Copacabana, this large hotel...handles midrange tourists and businesspeople with smiles and patience." Full review
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Request an updated room with parquet floors as they show less grout than those with tiles underfoot.