The Pool at Wyndham Rio Barra
The pool at Sheraton Barra Rio de Janeiro Hotel is referenced by professional reviewers. Out of 7 publications tracked on TripExpert, 5 praised the pool, like Frommer's, Concierge and Time Out.
Wyndham Rio Barra 
Frommer's
Concierge
Time Out
Fodor's
Oyster
Frommer's "What really sets this hotel apart is its leisure amenities, with two swimming pools and Jacuzzi tubs set in a beautifully landscaped garden, a state-of-the-art fitness center, squash courts, a fully equipped business center, and a trendy lounge"
Concierge "The pools are great, the gym is bigger than average, and there's even a squash court"
Time Out "The restaurant is fine but somewhat limited, but the leisure facilities are excellent, with a beautiful pool, playground, gym and spa"
Fodor's "Each of the spacious and comfortable rooms in this mammoth hotel has a balcony overlooking Barra Beach, and while the hotel is in need of modernization, it has a large heated pool as well as tennis courts and a fitness center"
Oyster "Facilities include a spa, pool, two hot tubs, a restaurant, and fitness
center, plus massive meeting spaces and a business center"
