Fairmont Rio de Janeiro CopacabanavsGrand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Both Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana and Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana are rated highly by those who travel for a living. Overall, Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana scores significantly higher than Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana. Sofitel Rio de Janeiro Copacabana comes in at 79 with endorsements from 9 reviews such as Star Service, Travel + Leisure and Condé Nast Traveler.
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Av. Atlantica, 4240, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-002
From $190/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Concierge
"Copa's premier hotel for tourists and business visitors alike."
Fodor's
"Vacationers enjoy the beachfront location and the picture-perfect views... while business executives appreciate the top-notch business facilities." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The fabulous views, excellent French restaurant Le Pré Catalan, and quality service make up for the unins pired decor of this hotel."
Time Out
"The Sofitel has the advantage of both the famous stretch of sand book-ended by Sugarloaf to the east as well as the rather cleaner (and busier) waters of Ipanema just a short walk away." Full review
Star Service
"Overlooking Copacabana Beach from the more placid Arpoador end, within walking distance of Ipanema, this property appeals to both business and leisure travelers." Full review
Frommer's
"There may be newer, more trendy hotels in town, but when it comes to top-notch service and luxury accommodations, the Sofitel gets it right every time." Full review
Lonely Planet
"One of Rio's priciest hotels, the French-owned Sofitel does its best to impress." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"A top pick for business travelers, the Sofitel sits right on the famed Copacabana Beach." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
Readers' Choice Award
"To be converted to first Fairmont in South America between May 2017 and July 2018.
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Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"The oasis of luxury provides a more subdued getaway along the raucous waterfront... boasts 375 rooms and suites, along with two swimming pools, a spa and sauna, four restaurants and bars" Full review
Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Av. Atlantica, 3716, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-001
From $179/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Star Service
"With an excellent location toward the Ipanema end of the beach, this is the best of Golden Tulip's hotels here and is the only one geared toward the highest end of the tourist crowd." Full review
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Less than a dozen rooms here connect so be sure to request one early.
Lonely Planet
"Not to be confused with the slightly fancier Mercure Arpoador, this hotel offers trim and tidy suites, with pressed-wood floors, big windows and light, muted colors."
The Telegraph
7.0
"This Grand Mercure – modern, stylish but somewhat isolated from the rest of Rio...it's ideally located for the regular international music festivals and sports events in the city." Full review
Fodor's
"The excellent location in front of Copacabana Beach is this hotel's main draw; the rooms are clean and reasonably tasteful, and some have been recently refurbished" Full review