Hotel ArpoadorvsMiramar by Windsor Copacabana
Miramar Hotel by Windsor and Hotel Arpoador are both praised by professionals. On balance, Miramar Hotel by Windsor is preferred by most writers compared to Hotel Arpoador. Miramar Hotel by Windsor comes in at 82 with endorsements from 8 reviews such as The Telegraph, Lonely Planet and Oyster.
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
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
Avenida Atlantica 3668, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-001
From $98/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The flagship of the excellent Windsor chain, the Miramar offers luxury beachfront accommodations at a reasonable rate." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Set on a prime plot of real estate overlooking Copacabana beach, the Miramar Palace Hotel has sizeable, comfortable rooms and decent service." Full review
Star Service
"One of Rio's more traditional hotels relies not on its limited charms but on modest rates and a prime location in the heart of Copacabana's storied beachfront to draw guests." Full review
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As a result, be sure to book a room with a good view.
Oyster
Upscale
"Miramar Hotel by Windsor is an upscale option in Copcabana's charming and vibrant Posto 6 area, a short walk from Ipanema." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Don't be turned off by the dim facade: Guests are greeted with Champagne in the plush marble lobby of this 200-room, beachfront gem." Full review
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And whether guests choose to sunbathe near the rooftop infinity pool or right on one of Rio's most famous beaches, Miramar's butler service and beach attendents keep everyone well-hydrated and taken care of.
Jetsetter
"High-rise beauty overlooking one of Rio’s most famous beaches, with panoramic views from the rooftop pool." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Once you’ve walked inside the discreet entrance of the Miramar Hotel and been met with a glass of champagne, you will discover there is still plenty of glitz to be found here." Full review
Fodor's
"One of the neighborhood's best hotels. Rooms come with modern appliances such as iPod docks, HDTV, Wi-Fi...and the bar at the rooftop infinity pool has glorious views over Copacabana and Sugarloaf." Full review