Hotel ArpoadorvsHilton Barra Rio de Janeiro
Both Hotel Arpoador and Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro are praised by those who travel for a living. Overall, Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro scores slightly higher than Hotel Arpoador. Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro comes in at 81 with endorsements from 7 reviewers like The Telegraph, Gayot and Condé Nast Traveler.
Hotel Arpoador
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22080040
From $110/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"The only budget-priced oceanfront hotel in Ipanema, the Arpoador Inn enjoys a privileged location on a quiet stretch of beach popular with the surf crowd." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"With six floors, this 1970s-era budget hotel has just palm trees and a cobbled, local-traffic road between it and Arpoador Beach." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Charmingly located right on the sand, this little tower block offers functional and basic rooms and facilities."
Time Out
"Billing itself as the only hotel from Leme to Leblon located right on the beach... here you step more or less right out of the lobby onto the golden sands of Arpoador." Full review
Fodor's
"At sunset the view from the landmark rock that juts out into the ocean at the end of the beach is one of Rio's most beautiful." Full review
Oyster
Budget
"Outstanding location overlooking the eastern tip of Ipanema Beach...surrounded by shopping and dining, and within a short walk of Copacabana Beach and the area's nightlife." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Overlooking Praia do Arpoador (Arpoador Beach), this six-story inn is the only hotel in Ipanema and Copacabana that doesn't have a busy street between it and the beach." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Hotel Arpoador long laid claim to being Rio’s only hotel right on the Ipanema beachfront...unparalleled service, good looks and a superb restaurant have elevated it to something equal to its setting." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Overlooking Praia do Arpoador (Arpoador Beach), this six-story inn is the only hotel in Ipanema...expect handsomely designed rooms and gorgeous views in this great location" Full review
Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro
Abelardo Bueno Avenue, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 00000, Brazil
From $61/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The rooms are spacious with comfortable beds, quality linens, a sofa, and sitting area with a table. Every room also offers a balcony with patio furniture." Full review
Gayot
"This sleek Hilton welcomes guests with a business-friendly atmosphere and intimate rooftop pool."
Travel + Leisure
"This brand-new hotel is the first Hilton in Rio, built in the heart of the Olympic Zone, just a short walk from the Olympic Park and Athletes' Village." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"An iconic hotel that epitomises the Miami-esque Barra neighbourhood’s recent boom." Full review
Star Service
"This high-rise benefits from a central location across the famed wave-pattern sidewalk of the Avenida Atlantica from the beach." Full review
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They also enjoy private reception and concierge service plus the assistance of a butler to handle special requests such as packing and unpacking.
Condé Nast Traveler
"Hilton takeover in early 2017. Formerly the Windsor Atlantica and Le Meridien.
" Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Four-pearl Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro is an ideal spot for business travelers or those who don't mind long commutes to Zona Sul's hotspots." Full review