Top 10 Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotels of 2026

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,016 reviews	View
Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation	1.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Windsor Guanabara Hotel	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro	4.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
Elohim Residencial	4.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 11 reviews	View

Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro Centro

Find the best Rio de Janeiro Centro areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal cityscape with a beach, water reflections, and a hill in the background.

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 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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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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Top Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotel Reviews

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was extremely helpful. Hotel is very conveniently located. Easy to get to the beach and enjoy. Hotel restaurants were very good. Plus lots of restaurants and stores right around the hotel. Definitely want to return and would recommend anyone to stay."

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

10/10 Excellent

"I love this hotel! This is my go to when in Rio, which is quite often. The staff is my favorite part, I now have great friends there! Lol the rooftop pool is spectacular, along with the beautiful restaurant. And the breakfast space is so incredible with the best views ever!!! Perfect location, beautiful views, and I love it! The addition of having their own specific area on the beach with a bar, towels, and free chairs and umbrellas is amazing! highly recommend!!"

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staying in this hotel was a good decision. Very good location, helped us to arrive to all points of interest in Rio Janeiro very fast, most of the time walkable distance, or with very low taxi expenses. Personal very kind and ready to help. Complimentary breakfast very nice with good options, just little crowded so make sure to arrive in time. The restaurant area, because so crowded, missed little bit more cleaning. Rooms were comfortable and pretty clean, with some minor damages like the door of the bathroom not able to close, but in general in pretty good conditions. The hotel also has a parking lot next to it, very convenient for us that rented a car to go to Arraial do Cabo. I definitely recommend the hotel."

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

10/10 Excellent

"First I've just want to give compliments to front desk Pedro and Felipe due to the extremely warmth way they both received us. We were staying just for one night and they both made sure we felt home. Hotel is well located and offer an of the chart breakfast. Pool is located on the roof with superb view. I will always recommend this hotel. Thank you for the awesome stay."

Frequently asked questions

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 Prime is one of the top choices for your stay in Rio de Janeiro Centro. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good options for your stay in the neighbourhood include Downtown Santana Hotel and Hotel Atlântico Avenida.

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 200 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, Nova Livraria Leonardo da Vinci and Praca Quinze, 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.

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Our top choices for Rio de Janeiro Centro hotels

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

2. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

3. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

4. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

5. Downtown Santana Hotel

6. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

7. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

8. Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING

9. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

10. Fluminense Hotel

11. Hotel OK

12. Arosa Rio Hotel

13. Windsor Asturias Hotel

14. Rede Andrade Lapa

15. Hospedagem Ledo

16. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

17. ibis Rio de Janeiro Centro

18. Hotel Atlântico Prime

19. Pompeu Rio Hotel

20. Lobie Bueno Studios Lifestyle

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Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro Centro

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Leblon

Botafogo

Top Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotel Reviews

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

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