Sol Ipanema HotelvsMiramar by Windsor Copacabana
Both properties are recommended by expert writers. On balance, Miramar Hotel by Windsor is the choice of most reviewers compared to Sol Ipanema Hotel. Miramar Hotel by Windsor is ranked #5 in Rio de Janeiro with recommendations from 8 sources including Jetsetter, Fodor's and Star Service.
Sol Ipanema Hotel
Av. Vieira Souto 320, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro
From $117/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
DK Eyewitness
"This beachside fourstar hotel is the Ipanema representative of the Best Western chain. Rooms are a little small with standard hotel furnish ings. The higher floors are quieter."
Time Out
"The rooms are clean, well equipped and unremarkable affairs, but if you have the beach view and the sun is out then the lack of luxury indoors is probably going to be the least of your considerations." Full review
Star Service
"Fronting a police post in the heart of Ipanema beach, one block from the famous Girl from Ipanema bar, near popular cafes and fashionable shops, this...hotel has an unbeatable location." Full review
National Geographic
"Opposite the Posto 9 lifeguard station; one block from Garota de Ipanema bar." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Sol Ipanema is a three-and-a-half pearl hotel with 89 rooms, located along Ipanema Beach and within walking distance to numerous bars, restaurants, and nightclubs." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"It boasts a top location, well-meaning staff and decent food, and yet possesses a total lack of character, real comfort or true value for money.
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Fodor's
"Another of Rio's tall, slender hotels, this one has a great location at the eastern end of Ipanema Beach between Rua Vinicius de Moraes and Farme de Amoedo." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Occupying prime real estate facing Ipanema beach, the tall, slender Sol Ipanema features rooms decorated in creams and earth tones with dark-wood furnishings and good lighting." 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