Governador Island
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Where to stay in Governador Island

Galeão
If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.

Jardim Guanabara
You'll enjoy the beaches and architecture in Jardim Guanabara. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.

Portuguesa
Though Portuguesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.

Cocotá
While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.

Cacuia
Travellers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Praia da Bica is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Jardim Carioca
Though Jardim Carioca may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Issues we had with this "5-star" hotel: 1. The check-in process is laboriously slow; 4 people ahead of me and it took more than an hour to get through with 2 people handling checkin. Had to fill out the same personal information that was provided when I booked. Total waste of time. 2. The water in ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Hotel Arpoador
Everything and everyone fantastic! Only thing you guys need more attention to cleanliness of pool area including pool, you need someone to act as pool boy and clean and take care of water inside pool every day , specially a pool this small. It’s wonderful but its dirty.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Rio Othon Palace
Above and beyond
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026

Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

Elohim Residencial
Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Rio Habitat Almirante
The host is weird- as soon as I arrived she starts asking me to be at the apartment because there will be people who will take the mattress? Why during my arrival when I’m outside e joying the beach and I have many people up meet.After two days she starts again calling me saying they need to do repairs ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.

Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.

Sugar Loaf Mountain
For a breathtaking blend of cityscapes, rainforest vistas and beautiful beach views, take a trip to Rio’s sweetest attraction.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Things to do

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

Rio de Janeiro : Official Roxy Dinner Show - Dinner + Show

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour - Christ the Redeemer

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
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