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Our top choices for Cidade Universitária hotels

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Linx Galeão by Wish

Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,075 reviews)
"Great location and professional staff. I will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is RM450
RM473 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Linx Galeão by Wish
A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

2. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (906 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mary
The price is RM326
RM376 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
A modern building with a prominent 'ibis budget' sign, a central courtyard with a fountain, and palm trees surrounding the area.

3. ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America

ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
5 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Nicely located in front of a mall full of stores and restaurants"
United States
Henry
The price is RM282
RM296 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a buffet.

4. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cidade Universitária
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,251 reviews)
"Hard to find and room has most basic amenities"
United States
John
The price is RM462
RM485 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "BOMODIA".

5. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,014 reviews)
"Friendly staff, great amenities, close to trains and mall"
Canada
Bruno
The price is RM204
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

6. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Windsor Guanabara Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6.4 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location in centro close to Saara but also clean and comfortable."
United States
Ariel
The price is RM327
RM343 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.

7. Saionara Hotel

Saionara Hotel
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Have stayed here before. Nice hotel with free parking and good breakfast."
United States
Lars
The price is RM205
RM215 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Saionara Hotel
A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

8. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.6 km from Cidade Universitária
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
megillo
The price is RM298
RM313 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
A buffet setup with various food items, a salad bowl, and a sign indicating a mix of salads.

9. B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (759 reviews)
"I didn’t like the fact that the entrance had a group of people singing, drinking etc"
United States
HEBER
The price is RM212
RM223 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
A buffet with various food items and a fruit display.

10. Matiz Multi Suítes

Matiz Multi Suítes
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (519 reviews)
"It was a decent hotel"
United States
Deshawn
The price is RM260
RM273 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Matiz Multi Suítes
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

11. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 8.5 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,508 reviews)
"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"
United States
Marcos
The price is RM435
RM456 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

12. Downtown Santana Hotel

Downtown Santana Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119 reviews)
"10/10"
Mexico
Brayan Axel
The price is RM120
RM126 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Downtown Santana Hotel
A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

13. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.7 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,190 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is RM203
RM213 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

14. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
4.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.1 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel! I will definitely stay there again. Clean, quiet, great restaurant!"
United States
Kenneth
The price is RM387
RM407 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
A modern lobby with a staircase, red chairs, and a large red pillar.

15. Arosa Rio Hotel

Arosa Rio Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6.6 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
roderick
The price is RM270
RM283 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Arosa Rio Hotel
A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

16. Windsor Florida Hotel

Windsor Florida Hotel
4.0 star property
Flamengo, 8.8 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,181 reviews)
"Place was clean and convenient to location"
United States
Helen
The price is RM384
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
Windsor Florida Hotel
A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

17. Casa Nova Hotel

Casa Nova Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 7.2 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing!"
Australia
Dorota
The price is RM223
RM234 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Casa Nova Hotel
A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including illuminated buildings and a distant mountain.

18. H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
11.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great staff and best house keeping!!"
United States
Christian
The price is RM507
RM568 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
H Niteroi Hotel
Breakfast buffet

19. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.8 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,147 reviews)
"Perfect for those traveling solo on business trips or for consulate interviews. The staff are very helpful. Juliana was there during my stay, and she was amazing helping me and my husband printing a lot of paperwork we needed for our consulate interview! We did everything by foot. 10min from the airport, mall and 8min from consulate. All walking distance. Highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Edimar T
The price is RM271
RM285 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

20. Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel Monte Alegre
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 7 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
"A very good budget hotel. For the price was excellent. Would stay again."
United States
Onsby
The price is RM131
RM137 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Monte Alegre
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Compare popular hotels in Cidade Universitária

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern building with a prominent 'ibis budget' sign, a central courtyard with a fountain, and palm trees surrounding the area.
ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "BOMODIA".
ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,014 reviews
View
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating areas.
Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,075 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.
Saionara Hotel
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,007 reviews
View
A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
4.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
906 reviews
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Where to stay in Cidade Universitária

Find the best Cidade Universitária areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain and beach.

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.

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.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and mountains 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.

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

Botafogo

Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.

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.

Top Cidade Universitária Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing place,safe staff very welcoming"
Geel 4-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cidade Universitária?
Cidade Universitária is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums. Are you looking for Cidade Universitária travel tips? Make sure that you visit Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cidade Universitária, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Cidade Universitária.
What is there to do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Cidade Universitária are Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as UFRJ Technology Park or Fiocruz Museum of Life.

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