Rio Design Copacabana Hotel, Rio de Janeiro ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Rua Francisco Sa, 17, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080-010

Rio Design Copacabana Hotel features a panoramic rooftop with a swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, and a bar. This 4-star boutique hotel offers 66 guestrooms, each showcasing a unique design by renowned architects, and includes complimentary wireless Internet access and a 24-hour front desk.

Rooms & Amenities

Guestrooms at Rio Design Copacabana Hotel feature air conditioning, flat-screen TVs, minibars, and soundproof walls. Some units offer city views and seating areas, with partially open bathrooms that include complimentary toiletries. A wholesome breakfast comprising seasonal fruits is provided each morning.

Dining Options

Dining options include Brodowski Restaurant, which serves refined gastronomic dishes, and the Lis Restaurant, offering a variety of dishes. Guests can relax at the hotel bar or enjoy a leisurely drink on the rooftop.

Leisure & Services

Rio Design Copacabana Hotel provides leisure amenities such as a swimming pool and fitness center. Guests have access to a sauna and Jacuzzi for relaxation after a day of exploring the area. Additional services include a business center and concierge services.

Location & Transportation

The hotel is conveniently located near notable attractions like the Museum of Tomorrow and Ipanema Beach. Public transportation options include nearby subway stations General Osorio and Cantagalo, both accessible within a 13-minute walk. Local dining options are abundant, with various restaurants within a short distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Junior Suite

Max:

2 persons

27 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

Shower

Air conditioning

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Executive Suite Double

Max:

2 persons

33 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

Shower

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Rio de Janeiro 8.1 km

Airports

Santos Dumont (SDU) 11.5 km

Galeao (GIG) 25.7 km

Train

Estação D Pedro II Central Station 8.9 km

Train100 m

Underground

Ipanema/General Osorio600 m

Bus

Bus stop100 m

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Children

Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Beach access

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Location

Rua Francisco Sa, 17, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080-010

Map view

street view

Rua Francisco Sa, 17, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080-010

City landmarks

Praca Coronel Eugenio Franco 1 Spot 6

Copacabana Fort

1.2 km

Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista

Corcovado Christ the Redeemer

4.1 km

Av. Vieira Souto

Fresh coconut

1.7 km

Avenida Francisco Bhering s/n Praia do Arpoador

Pedra do Arpoador

660 m

Park

General Osorio Square

900 m

Park

Girl from Ipanema Park

1.6 km

Avenida Epitacio Pessoa

Rodrigo de Freitas Lake

2.3 km

Beach

Museu Historico do Exercito e Forte de Copacabana

1.6 km

Art object

Estatua de Tom Jobim

680 m

Avenida Epitacio Pessoa 2480 Lagoa

Eva Klabin Foundation

1.1 km

Art object

Estatua de Carlos Drummond de Andrade

830 m

Rua Teixeira de Melo - Complexo Rubem Braga

Mirante da Paz

780 m

Museum

Museu de Favela

1.0 km

Mall

Shopping Cassino Atlantico

1.0 km

Rua Visconde de Piraja 54

Oi Futuro

640 m

Park

Parque Lage

3.4 km

Church

Igreja Sao Paulo Apostolo

920 m

Event hall

Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim

960 m

Store

Supermarket Zona Sul

760 m

Store

Supermercado Zona Sul

850 m

off Av Francisco Bering

Praia do Diabo

620 m

Praia do Arpoador

690 m

Beach

Surf Rio

920 m

Av. Vieira Souto

Ipanema Posto 9

2.4 km

Nearby

Shopping Area

Galeria River

560 m

Praia de Copacabana

Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade

470 m

Rua Visconde de Piraja Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz

A Cena Muda

560 m

380 Av. Nossa Sra. de Copacabana

Mundo Verde

470 m

38 R. Francisco Sá

Ponto Natural

90 m

Parking area

Estapar Estacionamentos

320 m

Restaurants

Manoel & Juaquim

70 m

Avenida Atlantica 3806 Posto 6

Restaurante Temperarte

60 m

Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 1250

Sindicato Do Chopp

80 m

Avenida Atlantica 3806

Chon Kou

70 m

Avenida Atlantica 3880

Pra Vadiar

80 m

Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 1241 Loja D Posto 6

Grill Inn Churrascaria

120 m

Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 1182 lj B - Copacabana

Chopperia Atlantica

70 m

Avenida Atlantica 3806 Copacabana

Ume Sushi

170 m

Rua Souza Lima 121 Copacabana

Restaurante Vegetariano Beterraba

220 m

Rua Souza Lima 37 Centro

Victoria bakery

160 m

Avenida Nossa Senhora de Copacabana 1313

Galeto'S Copa Rio

190 m

Rua J Castilhos

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Small rooms

Water supply problem

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.5

Location

9.0

Service

8.8

Dining

6.8

Michael

United Kingdom, May 2024

7.4/10

The hotel is perfectly located just a minute from the beach and surrounded by shops, bars, and restaurants. The rooms could use some updating but the junior suite is worth the extra cost for its beauty. The service is friendly and helpful with a range of convenient amenities available. The dining options vary, but some choices are lacking. Overall, a convenient location with room for improvement in room quality and dining variety.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were tired and had a weird smell, lacking water at disposal.

Service

8.0

The staff were super friendly and helpful, providing various services like room service, dry cleaning, and more.

Location

9.0

The location is fantastic, merely a minute from Copacabana beach and close to shops, bars, and restaurants.

Dining

6.0

The dining offers a lot of options but falls short in some areas like limited juice selection and lack of eggs.

Facilities

7.0

The facilities are decent with some room for enhancement.

Victor

United States, April 2024

7.8/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The location was unbeatable, right on Copacabana Beach with easy access to restaurants and supermarkets. The rooms, however, were small and there was a water supply issue during my stay that required management intervention.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were small and not very spacious, but surprisingly pleasant despite the cramped conditions. There was a problem with the water supply that led to a complaint to the management.

Service

9.0

The service was top-notch, especially Ricardo who was accommodating, friendly, and spoke excellent English. It made my stay much more enjoyable and hassle-free.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better, being right on Copacabana Beach and just a short distance from Ipanema. It felt safe and convenient, with easy access to essential amenities.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with a good variety of options including the delicious pudim de leite. Despite some limitations, the food quality was decent.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were adequate, though nothing exceptional stood out. The hotel overall met basic needs without offering any standout amenities.

Great location

Small rooms

Louis

United States, February 2024

8.0/10

The hotel is in a prime location, just one block away from the beach and close to where many local events start. The rooms were a bit noisy but still decent, though not exactly as shown in the pictures. The service was top-notch, with special arrangements made for our late flight. The location is a major highlight, being close to all the activities we wanted to explore.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were a bit noisy and didn't match the images shown, but they were acceptable overall. The minibar was unused.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with personal attention from the manager and special arrangements for our late check-out.

Location

9.0

The location was excellent, just one block away from Copacabana Beach and close to all the events we wanted to attend.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience varied, ranging from exceeding expectations to disappointing, but overall, there were many options to choose from.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were decent, with options like room service and laundry available for convenience.

William

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.6/10

The hotel is in a prime location, just a minute's walk from Copacabana beach and a short stroll to Ipanema beach, surrounded by restaurants, shops, and a great supermarket. The rooms were clean and beautiful, although different from the photos provided. The staff was very helpful in arranging stadium tickets and transfers, but some American guests were noisy and inconsiderate around the pool and steam facilities.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were beautiful and clean, although different from the photos. Maintenance was slow in changing bulbs.

Service

8.0

The staff was super helpful in booking tickets and transfers.

Location

10.0

The location is absolutely great, close to both Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, surrounded by dining options and shops. Fluent English spoken, which is a plus for travelers.

Dining

7.0

The dining had a good variety, especially the tropical fruits. Some improvements could be made in the quality of dishes.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were okay, with room for improvement.

clean

maintenance slow

Adam

United Kingdom, December 2023

8.6/10

The hotel is located just one block from the beach, making it a great spot for enjoying the nearby attractions. The rooms are spacious and far better than expected, providing a nice and cozy atmosphere. The service was outstanding, from room service to the hotel manager, showing a friendly and caring attitude. The dining experience, while offering fresh and decent options, could be improved in quality. The facilities are well-maintained and add to the overall comfort of the stay.

Rooms

9.0

The room was much more spacious and far better than expected, providing a nice and cozy atmosphere.

Service

10.0

The service was outstanding, from room service to the hotel manager, showing a friendly and caring attitude.

Location

9.0

The hotel is great, just one block from the beach, and close to an amazing restaurant Venga, making it a convenient spot for exploring the city and the nearby attractions.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was decent, offering fresh options but with room for improvement in overall quality.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-maintained and add to the overall comfort of the stay.

Ian

United Kingdom, November 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms, though not exactly as shown in the pictures, with a recommendation for the junior suite if budget allows. The service is extremely friendly and attentive. A conveniently located hotel steps from Copacabana beach, close to both Copacabana and Ipanema. Dining offers a variety of options, but some aspects could be improved. Overall, a beautiful hotel with a few considerations to keep in mind.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were very nice, with plenty of space, though not at the same standard as the pictures.

Service

9.0

The staff were extremely friendly and helpful.

Location

9.0

The location is especially good, right at Copacabana beach and a short walk from Ipanema, with nearby amenities.

Dining

7.0

The dining had many options but could be improved in some aspects.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities provided were good overall.

beautiful view

room discrepancies

Vivian

United Kingdom, October 2023

9.0/10

I couldn't have asked for a better location, just steps from Copacabana Beach and with a delightful view during breakfast. The rooms were cozy with a nice touch of a complimentary caipirinha, but a bit smaller than expected with limited storage space. The service was top-notch, with helpful staff readily assisting with cabs and directions. The dining experience was fabulous, especially on Saturdays, and the facilities were well-equipped.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were comfortable and had a nice free welcome caipirinha touch.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and accommodating.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't have been better, right between Copacabana and Ipanema with easy access to the metro and various dining options.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was fantastic, especially on Saturdays.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities were well-equipped and made my stay enjoyable.

Sidney

United States, September 2023

7.8/10

The hotel was not exactly as depicted in the photos, but the noise level by the shower was manageable for me. The room was simpler than expected but still satisfactory.

Rooms

7.0

The room I stayed in was different from the photos but was acceptable. The shower was a bit noisy, but it didn't bother me much.

Service

9.0

The staff were incredibly helpful and always had a smile on their faces. Their service was impeccable, especially during the night shift.

Location

9.0

The location was great, right across the beach and within walking distance to banks, bus stops, and numerous restaurants.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were basic with limited variety but the pao de queijo for breakfast was a must-try.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel offers standard facilities, nothing extraordinary but satisfactory for a comfortable stay.

Mike

United Kingdom, September 2023

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms, though not as advertised, were spacious and comfortable for a family of four, but the pricing seemed a bit basic for the Junior Suite we booked. The view was lovely and the overall comfort level was good.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although not matching the pictures, were surprisingly renewed and spacious enough for a family of four. The pricing was fair for what we got.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly overall and provided useful tips for day trips and dining options. However, some lacked knowledge on basic tourist queries.

Location

9.0

The location couldn't be better, just a minute from Copacabana beach and a short walk to Ipanema beach. Close to restaurants, shops, and a great supermarket.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a letdown. The quality could be improved, and cleanliness was lacking, especially at breakfast.

Facilities

6.0

great location

disappointing dining

Hugh

United States, August 2023

7.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were spacious and very clean despite needing some extra lighting options, but they do require maintenance. The staff was incredibly helpful and attentive, although some were a bit loud and inconsiderate. The location was excellent, close to both Copacabana and Ipanema beaches, but some minor inconveniences made me question the value for the price paid. The dining experience left a bit to be desired in terms of quality and variety.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and extremely clean, although it could benefit from additional bed-side lighting options.

Service

9.0

The staff was incredibly helpful and took great care of us during our stay.

Location

8.0

The location was absolutely great, just a minute walk to Copacabana beach and near various restaurants and shops.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were decent, but could have been of higher quality and more diverse.

Facilities

Liz

United States, July 2023

8.2/10

The hotel offers modern design rooms with spacious accommodations and large bathrooms featuring walk-in showers, creating a comfortable stay for guests. The only suggestion would be to enhance the room ambiance with art work or plants for a more inviting feel.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were roomy and well-equipped, with spacious bathrooms and walk-in showers, making the stay very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptionally helpful and courteous, enhancing the overall experience with top-notch assistance and friendliness.

Location

9.0

The hotel's location is amazing, right by Copacabana beach, offering a convenient and safe setting with easy access to nearby restaurants, stores, and cafes.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good, with a variety of options including eggs, turkey, yoghurt, and fruits, providing a satisfying breakfast for guests.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel provides a range of facilities to accommodate guests' needs, ensuring a pleasant and convenient stay.

Jimmy

United States, May 2023

8.0/10

The hotel offers spacious rooms with huge comfortable beds in a clean environment, though they may appear a bit tired. The service is top-notch, with kind and welcoming staff fluent in English. The location is superb, near important amenities and just steps away from Copacabana beach but could have been better considering the price paid. The dining experience is very nice, especially with the excellent coffee machine, and the facilities are well-kept.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms are very spacious with a huge comfortable bed and kept clean, though they have a slightly tired appearance.

Service

9.0

From room service to the hotel manager, the staff is brilliant, very kind, welcoming, friendly, and helpful.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location near Copacabana beach is tremendous, and it is convenient for various amenities including restaurants and stores, although some issues for the price paid could have been avoided.

Dining

8.0

The dining experience was very nice with a variety of fresh fruits, breads, and a fantastic coffee machine.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities are well-maintained and offer a pleasant experience.