What's it like in Rio de Janeiro Centro?

Rio de Janeiro Centro is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its cathedral and museums. Make sure that you visit Saara Rio and Municipal Theater as part of your Rio de Janeiro Centro travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Rio de Janeiro Centro?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Atlântico Avenida is one of the top choices for your stay in Rio de Janeiro Centro. This hotel offers free breakfast and laundry facilities. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Downtown Santana Hotel and Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING .

How many hotels are there in the Rio de Janeiro Centro area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Rio de Janeiro, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 201 Rio de Janeiro Centro hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio de Janeiro Centro, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Rio de Janeiro Centro.

What can I see and do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?

If you're looking forward to a day of shopping in Rio de Janeiro Centro, consider Saara Rio, Confeitaria Colombo and Nova Livraria Leonardo da Vinci, and pick out the perfect souvenir. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Municipal Theater and Praca da Cruz Vermelha are some other places worth a visit. A few places to visit in the area around Rio de Janeiro Centro include Tiradentes Square, Teatro João Caetano and Centro de Arte Hélio Oiticica. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as Centro de Referência do Artesanato Brasileiro or Real Gabinete Português de Leitura.

How can I get around Rio de Janeiro Centro and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?

For a quick way to explore the city, catch a ride on metro transit at Tiradentes Tram Stop, Colombo Tram Stop or Uruguaiana Station. If you want to head out of town, you can hop aboard a train at Rio de Janeiro Central Station.

Top 10 Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotels of 2026

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A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

1. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Shaun

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

2. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

David

RM422 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

3. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro

roderick

RM593 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

4. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Thiago

RM221 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

5. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

William

RM296 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

6. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

megillo

RM325 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'ibis budget' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with a grid of windows and a flat roof.

7. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

John

RM197 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

8. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Brayan Axel

RM116 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a large umbrella, and potted plants.

9. Fluminense Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Moises Akhnaton

RM279 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

10. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Wagner

RM199 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

11. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Larissa

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A spacious lobby with a marble reception desk, seating area, and a geometric wall art piece.

12. Hotel Atlântico Prime

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Diamond

RM134 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

13. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Raymond

RM204 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A buffet setup with various food items, including pasta, salads, and a hot pot.

14. ibis Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Naoyuki

RM244 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern lobby with a staircase, red chairs, and a large red pillar.

15. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

roderick

RM276 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel range hood, a long dining table with orange chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

16. RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

Rio de Janeiro Centro

grizel

RM376 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A modern lobby with a stone wall, a yellow sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area with bottles.

17. Pompeu Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Anonymous traveller

RM144 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

18. Charlie Presidente Vargas Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

RM342 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'ELOHIM RESIDENTIAL,' potted plants, a doormat, and a tiled floor.

19. Elohim Residencial

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Peter

RM168 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A rooftop pool with a city view, glass railings, and outdoor seating.

20. Estudio Moderno en el Centro con Piscina - Pv915

Rio de Janeiro Centro

RM441 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats	3.0 star property	9.8 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Elohim Residencial	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews	View
Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation	1.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,057 reviews	View
Windsor Guanabara Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

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Copacabana

Mingle with the local residents on one of the world’s most famous beaches, admire art deco buildings and party until dawn in this effervescent neighborhood.

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A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

Ipanema

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

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A beach with people, umbrellas, and a large mountain in the background.

Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro’s longest beach, a sprawling shopping mall and some of the city’s best seafood restaurants and bars await in this relaxed neighborhood.

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A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

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A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Top Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotel Reviews

Windsor Guanabara Hotel

8/10 Good

"The hotel was clean and comfortable, but it is old. Elevators take a long time. My bathroom kept backing up and leaking. Door would jam shut and I had to be shown by staff the “trick” to get door open. Which implies it’s a known issue they are not looking to fix any time soon. The rooms can be noisy from street traffic through the day and night. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Hotel OK

10/10 Excellent

"The team at this hotel went above and beyond to assist me during my stay. I would like to thank each and everyone at the front desk and front area that helped me while I was there. Special shout out to Rodrigo, Questa and the two gentlemen (one of them of African decent) that worked the desk and lobby the evening of August 22nd. They were very kind and super helpful as well. Thanks everyone for making this an amazing vacation."

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

8/10 Good

"It's a great hotel for the location. Near Cinelandia and Lapa, short ride to several businesses, consulates and Santos Dumont airport. Perfect view of the Sugar Loaf mountain from the rooftop by the pool. Staff was attentive and helped with what they could. However during my stay, the boiler broke down and there was no hot water for several hours into the night, so no hot shower that day. I also was shocked they didn't have a proper business center (with a "business " name and everything). TV only had local channels and awful signal, so couldn't even check/watch some of the World Cup. Wifi was a hit or miss, often only working in the lobby area. 2 elevators and one was under repairs, so 1 elevator for 19 floors, I was using the stairs often. Breakfast was excellent. If they fixed whatever wasn't working during my stay, it's a great hotel."

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Our top choices for Rio de Janeiro Centro hotels

1. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

2. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

3. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

4. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

5. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

6. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

7. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

8. Downtown Santana Hotel

9. Fluminense Hotel

10. Hotel OK

11. Windsor Asturias Hotel

12. Hotel Atlântico Prime

13. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

14. ibis Rio de Janeiro Centro

15. Arosa Rio Hotel

16. RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

17. Pompeu Rio Hotel

18. Charlie Presidente Vargas Centro

19. Elohim Residencial

20. Estudio Moderno en el Centro con Piscina - Pv915

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