Rio Othon Palace HotelvsMama Ruisa
Both Mama Ruisa and Rio Othon Palace Hotel are praised by professional travelers. Overall, Mama Ruisa ranks slightly higher than Rio Othon Palace Hotel. Mama Ruisa has a TripExpert Score of 78 with accolades from 7 sources such as Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Time Out.
Rio Othon Palace Hotel
Avenida Atlantica 3264, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-000
From $99/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"The flagship of the Brazilian Othon chain, this 30-story hotel is not new, and its ambience is functional rather than luxurious."
Time Out
"Unspoilt views along Copacabana and very close to Ipanema, The Othon Palace is well located to get the best of both neighbourhoods and their beaches." Full review
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ake your drink to the poolside and make the most of the view over to Sugarloaf Mountain, or head inside to the Lobby Bar where live music can be found from the afternoon.
Star Service
"Toward the Ipanema end of the Copacabana strip, this property is Othon's proud flagship." Full review
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Avoid the unrenovated units on lower floors as they suffer from traffic noise and rickety furnishings.
Rough Guide
"With almost 600 guest rooms, this is a favourite of tour groups."
Afar Magazine
"The ocean view rooms at the Rio Othon Palace offer some of the best views in the city." Full review
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Make sure to ask for a room on a high floor.
Mama Ruisa
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 Telegraph
8.0
"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