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Mercure Rio de Janeiro Arpoador HotelvsMama Ruisa
Both hotels are recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Mama Ruisa is the choice of most writers compared to Mercure Rio de Janeiro Arpoador Hotel. Mama Ruisa is ranked #18 in Rio de Janeiro with positive reviews from 7 reviews such as Frommer's, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
Mercure Rio de Janeiro Arpoador Hotel
Frommer's
Fodor's
DK Eyewitness
Lonely Planet
Rua Fransisco Otaviano 61, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22080-040
From $195/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Laundy Room
- Pool
Frommer's "Here you'll find an excellent value for money, and a location that lets you choose between Ipanema and Copacabana." Full review
Fodor's "This apartment-hotel is just steps from Copacabana Beach and a few-minutes' walk from Ipanema." Full review
DK Eyewitness "The apartments in this tall tower overlook Ipanema beach. The facilities and service here are similar to a hotel."
Lonely Planet "This dapper all-suites hotel is nicely located in Arpoador, giving easy access to both Ipanema and Copacabana." Full review
Mama Ruisa Frommer's
Concierge DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Travel + Leisure
The Telegraph Lonely Planet
132 Rua Santa Cristina, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20241-250
From $181/night
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Pool
Frommer's "For a very different hotel experience, consider spending a few nights in the quaint hilltop neighborhood of Santa Teresa." Full review
Concierge "A colonial-style house in the leafy hillside district of Santa Teresa provides the backdrop for Mama Ruisa, a design-minded B&B that offers personalized service."
DK Eyewitness "A charming, understated boutique hotel in a converted 18th-century mansion house in Santa Teresa. Each room is named after a different French cultural icon."
Time Out "Another beautifully-restored Santa Teresa mansion, this time courtesy of Frenchman Jean-Michel Ruis who keeps a hands-on approach to the running of the hotel and the comfort of his guests." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Far away from the crowds on Copacabana, Mama Ruisa is a small yet sophisticated boutique hotel tucked into the hills of Santa Teresa, Rio's burgeoning artists' district." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This tropical boutique hotel has a palm-lined pool and impressive views, but the colonial splendour of the huge rooms is the real draw." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"French-owned Mama Ruisa aims for bohemian chic in its seven spacious, uniquely designed guest rooms" Full review
