Title: Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4362539&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Adults-only hostel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge ## Photo gallery for Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema ![Exterior - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/98662ec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/4df6e65b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (BRL 34 per person) - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/00b20ca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/f3301ae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach bar - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/aabda15c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema is steps from the lagoon and famous beach shores. The hostel buzzes with social energy, especially at its popular bar. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and multilingual staff assistance. The team arranges local tours for those ready to explore Rio. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - 24/7 front desk - Breakfast available - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £34 includes taxes & fees 22 Dec - 23 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 14 - Dec 15](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 15 - Dec 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-15&endDate=2025-12-16&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 19 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/9ed53d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/10a3d98f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 8.8 Excellent 3 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 107 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/4df6e65b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Cable channels In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/9e4e1f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout curtains Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Che-Lagarto-Hostel-Ipanema.h4362539.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Che-Lagarto-Hostel-Ipanema.h4362539.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-22.98455%2C-43.21431&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jTNKhAKZX8IjyQ_Of9N3BhIBVVc=) Paul Redfern, 41, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22041-080 #### What's nearby - Ipanema Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Leblon Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Shopping Leblon \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Posto 9 \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station - 4 min walk - Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 10 min drive - Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 24 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Nema - ‬3 min walk - ‪Classico Beach Club Ipanema - ‬3 min walk - ‪Teva - ‬2 min walk - ‪Pizzaria Camelo - ‬2 min walk - ‪Artigiano Ristoranti - ‬2 min walk ## About this property ### Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Hostel near Ipanema Beach Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema provides a bar and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property - Tour/ticket information, a front desk safe and multilingual staff Room features All guest rooms at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema feature comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78430000/78426500/78426420/3a4308a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ipanema Club Hostel Ipanema - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Business services - 24/7 front desk 9.0 Wonderful 17 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-28&endDate=2025-12-29&selected=78426420&PinnedHotelID=78426420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4950000/4947900/4947840/23873833.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach House Ipanema - Hostel Ipanema - 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: BRL 34 per person - A bar/lounge ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Lockers - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Accessibility - No lift ### More - 1 building - 2 floors - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Private bathroom - Shower ### More - Air conditioning ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately BRL 34 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information. Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Che Lagarto Che Lagarto Hostel Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Che Lagarto Ipanema Hostel Ipanema Che Lagarto Hostel Lagarto Ipanema Che Lagarto Lagarto Lagarto Hostel Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Che Lagarto Hostels Ipanema Hotel Rio De Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio De Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio de Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### How much is parking at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### What time is check-in at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### What time is check-out at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### Where is Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Reviews ## Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 50 8 - Good 33 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 4 ### 8.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 8.2/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 7.6/10 Eco-friendliness ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Brian 1 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is very friendly, they give free drinks between 6pm to 7pm, there are some bars around not far away, very close to ipanema beach for a walk ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mamadou Hady 16 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Che lagarto was very good stay for the price and the prime location near the beach and 2 party hostels. I had to change rooms but no big deal.. The bed was comfy, the bathrooms were fairly clean but I think they could be cleaner. Erika was really nice and caring volunteer, she made an amazing breakfast buffet for the morning. I only stayed one night but I would recommend this hostel anytime. ##### Mamadou Hady Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody 28 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We only stayed one night but it was very clean and nice. They had people outside in the lobby and sidewalk area having drinks as a social gathering. I would recommend staying there. ##### Cody Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Eddy 27 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very Nice staff ##### Eddy Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller 23 Apr 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities SMALL room dormitory and very different from picture website/ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ADRIEN ROBERTO 23 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Atende as expectativas. ##### ADRIEN ROBERTO Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Glesdiriana 27 Aug 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ruim Lugar só com localização boa .. ##### Glesdiriana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 20 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Tive uma estadia muito agradável no hostel e gostaria de destacar a limpeza impecável do local — desde os ambientes comuns até os quartos, tudo sempre muito organizado. As roupas de cama estavam super limpas e cheirosas, o que fez toda a diferença para o meu conforto. Os funcionários também merecem elogios: sempre gentis, atenciosos e de bom humor, o que cria um clima acolhedor e leve. Gostei bastante da estrutura e da proposta do hostel, que tem um astral ótimo. O ambiente é jovem, descontraído e bem cuidado, o que tornou minha experiência ainda melhor. Apenas como sugestão construtiva, notei que, em alguns momentos, a forma de comunicação da (acredito que seja) gerente poderia ser um pouco mais delicada, especialmente com a equipe. Apesar de ser uma pessoa simpática, algumas falas soaram ríspidas, o que destoa um pouco do clima amigável do lugar. No geral, foi uma excelente experiência e voltaria com certeza. Espero que o feedback seja recebido com carinho, pois é um lugar com muito potencial e já acerta em muitos pontos importantes. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pedro 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sem palavras Foi tudo perfeito. A equipe é maravilhosa, a localização é sensacional numa rua próxima de vários comércios, uma quadra da praia e barzinhos ótimos. Todos muito educados e os colegas de quarto foram incríveis. Pude deixar as coisas no saguão até a hora do check-in e fui super bem recebido. Nota 1000 ##### Pedro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERTO 5 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### O alojamento cumpre com o que propõe oferecer O alojamento cumpre com o que propõe oferecer. ##### ROBERTO Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 2 Jan 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Achei o local bem simples e caro pelo o que oferecem. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2E48BB7FD87A89EF20A483D6C82C3576D944C2551735852252835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/27B3CBE81CEC9BBFBA8546EF713A84E6486280801735852252556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Roberto César 21 Oct 2024 Disliked: Room comfort #### Bom para uma estadia rápida Excelente localização, próximo ao metro, mercados, barzinhos e academias. Estrutura razoável. ##### Roberto César Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### FABIO r 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### recomendo Gostei muito do hostel. foi minha primeira vez. otimo cafe da manha. funcionarios exemplares. em especial a roberta que foi muito atenciosa e prestativa. ##### FABIO r Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Staff & service #### muito proveitoso localizaçao ótima, atendimento impecavel ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonardo 5 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ótima experiência Foi muito bacana, o staff era incrível <3 ##### Leonardo Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Flávia 12 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Espectativa x realidade Fui pensando em apenas um lugar para dormir, mas foi incrível, limpo, profissionais maravilhosos e a localização nem se fala. Voltarei com certeza 😜☺️ ##### Flávia Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### INGRID LARISSA 14 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfeitos, zero defeitos. Viajei sozinha e fiquei no quarto privado. Internet bem boa pra trabalhar. Excelente localização e atendimento incrível. Pessoal super receptivo, deram varias dicas de rolês e ainda tinha caipirinha free todos os dias. Voltarei mais vezes :) ❤️ ##### INGRID LARISSA Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller 19 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities E mt bom.maa banheiro principalmente misto tem que dar uma olhada nas travas. Como num quarto misto o banheiro nao tem trava? Falta espelho nos quartos que sao pequenos. Mas em si e um local muito bons.com orimos funcionários. Vibe boa w ótima localização. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandro 17 Jan 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness #### Razoável Estava em reforma. Razoável. ##### Sandro Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mayra 10 Sept 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recomendo! Foi muito bom, melhor hostel do rio ❤ ##### Mayra Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pablo 15 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Location Bom hostel pertíssimo da praia. ##### Pablo Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Marco 1 Jul 2021 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I'm sorry to say I did't like the hostel. The check in took 40 minutes and the room not dirty. it looks like the place are not well maintained. I stayed in other hostels in Rio and it was much better. ##### Marco Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Guilherme 21 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### excelente estadia ótima estadia, a localização é fantástica a 1 quadra da praia de ipanema, local muito bem limpo, e confortável, cama boa. O staff é incrível, muito receptivos, prestativos, simpáticos e ajudaram com tudo. Ambiente é agradável e descontraido com as pessoas que ali estavam. ##### Guilherme Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### FELIPE 16 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Hospedagem Acho que poderia ser um pouco melhor. Cheguei no meio da mudança que ficou meio tumultuado. Pessoas relataram que os quartos ficaram menor. Porém, o atendimento, a vibe foi show. ##### FELIPE Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kelly 7 Jun 2021 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Razoavel Em Janeiro fiquei na acomodação e de localizaçao maravilhosa e em limpeza eataca òtima. Agora em Junho achei a limpeza a desejar. Banheiro do quarto parecia que não estava sendo limpo e isso incomodou. Mas o atendimento da recepção maravilhoso como sempre ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Ritz Hotel Leblon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Ritz-Hotel-Leblon.h8471084.Hotel-Information) > > [Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Copacabana-Palace.h7130.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Rio-De-Janeiro.h11601353.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Fairmont-Rio-De-Janeiro-Copacabana.h174198.Hotel-Information) > > [Rio Othon Palace](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Rio-Othon-Palace.h24526.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Plaza Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Plaza-Hotel.h444671.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Hot Tubs in Harrogate](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Harrogate-Hotels-Hotels-With-Hot-Tubs.0-0-d7733-tHotelsWithHotTubs.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Hotel-Rio-De-Janeiro.h564457.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Barra Rio De Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Radisson-Barra-Rio-De-Janeiro.h13455131.Hotel-Information) > > [Miramar by Windsor Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Miramar-By-Windsor-Copacabana.h9027.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Palace Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Palace-Hotel.h688868.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Sheraton-Grand-Rio-Hotel-Resort.h10581.Hotel-Information) > > [PortoBay Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-PortoBay-Rio-De-Janeiro.h14441.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Grand-Mercure-Rio-De-Janeiro-Copacabana.h10590.Hotel-Information) > > [Arena Copacabana Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Arena-Copacabana-Hotel.h3094577.Hotel-Information) > > [County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-County-Hotel.h9623564.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Leme Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Leme-Hotel.h877312.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor Excelsior Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Excelsior-Copacabana.h43999.Hotel-Information) > > [Windsor California Copacabana](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-California-Hotel.h22117011.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Bandeirantes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hotel-Bandeirantes.h526868.Hotel-Information) > > [Orla Copacabana Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Orla-Copacabana-Hotel.h889673.Hotel-Information) > > [Vila d'este Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Buzios-Hotels-Vila-Deste-Handmade-Hospitality-Hotel.h4603771.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hilton-Barra-Rio-De-Janeiro.h8375625.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Burford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burford-Hotels.d11369.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Novotel-Rio-De-Janeiro-Leme.h53295.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hilton-Copacabana-Rio-De-Janeiro.h4100177.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hotel-Nacional-Rio.h42275495.Hotel-Information) ### Flights ### Activities