Pestana Rio AtlanticavsVila Gale Rio de Janeiro
Both properties are recommended by professional travelers. On balance, Pestana Rio Atlantica is the choice of most professionals compared to Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro. Pestana Rio Atlantica comes in at 82 with praise from 8 reviewers like Oyster, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
Pestana Rio Atlantica
Avenida Atlantica 2964, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22070-000
From $90/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"Always one of the nicest hotels on the Avenida Atlântica, the Pestana looks brand-new thanks to a recent overhaul." Full review
Fodor's
"This well-located hotel offers friendly service, a great breakfast and a good location opposite Copacabana Beach, but the real stars of the show are the rooftop pool and bar." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"The views out over Copacabana from this hotel’s rooftop pool are some of the best in Rio. The rooms are welldecorated and all have balconies."
Star Service
"Under the aegis of Pestana Hotels, which also has some fine properties in Portugal, this hotel deserves all of the fawning attention it gets from both individuals and groups." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"This Portuguese-owned beachfront hotel has a prime spot on the Copacabana strip and a deep commitment to customer service, making it a solid option for both business travelers and tourists." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Boasts a decent Portuguese restaurant and a trendy rooftop cocktail bar and pool." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The four-pearl Pestana Rio Atlantica is located on lively Copacabana Beach." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Beautifully located along Copacabana beach, the Pestana has excellent amenities, decent service and a wide range of rooms." Full review
Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro
Rua Riachuelo, 124 | Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20230-014, Brazil
From $75/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
The Telegraph
8.0
"Vila Galé is a triumph of location and style." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 292-room Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro is an upscale option in the hip, bohemian Lapa district of Rio." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Breathing new life into ragged Lapa, Vila Galé – a high-end luxury chain from Portugal – invested some €35 million in this beautiful property." Full review