What is São Cristóvão like?

São Cristóvão is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its zoo, architecture and parks. Make sure that you visit Feira Nordestina and Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum as part of your São Cristóvão travel plans.

How many hotels will I be able to find in São Cristóvão?

Book one of Expedia's 9 hotels and other accommodation options in São Cristóvão and start exploring everything Rio de Janeiro has to offer.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in São Cristóvão, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in São Cristóvão.

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

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of São Cristóvão with a visit to Quinta da Boa Vista and Morro de Sao Januario. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Feira Nordestina and Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum are some other places worth a visit. Museu do Primeiro Reinado, São Januário Stadium and Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre are just a few of the places to visit in and around São Cristóvão. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as CADEG or Maracanã Stadium.

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Our top choices for São Cristóvão hotels

Hotel São Cristóvão

São Cristóvão

Thiago

RM117 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Apr - 3 Apr

Colinna Hostel

São Cristóvão

Patricia

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Brazilian cuisine

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

9.8 km from São Cristóvão

Inderjit

RM436 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

Linx Galeão by Wish

9.2 km from São Cristóvão

James

RM575 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Apr - 18 Apr

2 outdoor pools, pool cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Barra da Tijuca, 20 km from São Cristóvão

Scott

RM1,141 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

São Conrado, 11.8 km from São Cristóvão

Daniellia

RM777 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

Arena Ipanema Hotel

Ipanema, 10.3 km from São Cristóvão

MARIA

RM618 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Sol Ipanema Hotel

Ipanema, 9.9 km from São Cristóvão

GABRIELA

RM1,174 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Matiz Multi Suítes

13.9 km from São Cristóvão

Jefferson

RM324 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Apr - 11 Apr

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

10.6 km from São Cristóvão

keith

RM1,311 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

Copacabana, 9.7 km from São Cristóvão

Peter

RM963 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Arena Copacabana Hotel

Copacabana, 8.8 km from São Cristóvão

Mehrdad

RM622 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

Rio Othon Palace

Copacabana, 9.3 km from São Cristóvão

Miguel

RM898 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Apr - 30 Apr

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Ipanema Inn

Ipanema, 9.8 km from São Cristóvão

Jamonte

RM880 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Apr - 30 Apr

Windsor Leme Hotel

Leme, 8.8 km from São Cristóvão

james

RM522 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

H Niteroi Hotel

9.9 km from São Cristóvão

Andre

RM576 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Apr - 2 Apr

2 outdoor pools, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

Leme, 8.7 km from São Cristóvão

Karina

RM1,032 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Apr - 6 Apr

Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 11:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Orla Copacabana Hotel

Copacabana, 10.1 km from São Cristóvão

Paul

RM602 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Apr - 14 Apr

PortoBay Rio de Janeiro

Copacabana, 8.7 km from São Cristóvão

Eli

RM828 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Apr - 29 Apr

Windsor Excelsior Copacabana

Copacabana, 8.7 km from São Cristóvão

Jennifer

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

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Where to stay in São Cristóvão

Find the best São Cristóvão areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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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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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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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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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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 São Cristóvão Hotel Reviews

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is truly wonderful. The breakfast was delicious and with lots of options. The staff was very professional and genuinely kind. Also, the beach and mountain view were breathtaking. Highly recommend."