Wyndham Rio BarravsSheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Both properties are rated highly by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort scores slightly higher than Gran Nobile Rio de Janeiro Barra. Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort comes in at 80 with accolades from 7 reviewers like Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
Wyndham Rio Barra
Avenida Lucio Costa 3150, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22630-010
From $289/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
Frommer's
"Located on Barra's premier stretch of waterfront, the Sheraton offers the most modern and luxurious accommodations in Rio." Full review
Concierge
"The rates are super-low for the quality, especially for travelers with Starwood points to spend."
Insight Guides
"A top resort hotel that offers excellent accommodations and facilities."
DK Eyewitness
"The rooms are spacious and have balconies with sea views."
Time Out
"The first luxury hotel in Barra da Tijuca when it opened in 2003, the design affords every one of the 292 rooms at least a partial view of the Atlantic Ocean." Full review
Fodor's
"The decor is contemporary, with white walls, brushed nickel and mahogany accents, skillful lighting, wide-screen TVs, and clean lines." Full review
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22450220
From $139/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Sheraton is the only large luxury hotel with a fabulous leisure area that is still relatively close to the Zona Sul." Full review
Fodor's
"Between the upmarket neighborhoods of São Conrado and Leblon, this is the only hotel in Rio with a "private" beach." Full review
Gayot
"This destination resort boasts landscaped grounds and plenty for couples, families and business travelers."
Travel + Leisure
"Between the kids club that boasts everything from movies to interactive tournaments, and Sheraton's first Shine Spa in Latin America, it's more than a safe bet for whole-family fun." Full review
Star Service
"This is one of only two hotels in this city that does not have a multilane boulevard separating it from the beach." Full review
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Choose rooms in the -23 to -26 series for the best ocean views and the peaceful sounds of waves crashing.
The Telegraph
8.0
"The Sheraton juts out majestically into the ocean at the end of Leblon beach. As the houses of Vidigal favela have crept down the hill behind, the setting has become even more dramatic." Full review
Oyster
Luxury
"Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort is an upscale resort catering to families, couples, and business travelers, located directly on the beach in Rio de Janerio." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Sheraton is a true resort hotel, with large, peaceful grounds." Full review