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 Municipal Theater and Praca da Cruz Vermelha 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 Atlantico Business Centro 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 Hotel Atlântico Avenida 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 198 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

Ariel

RM366 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

2. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Marcos

RM427 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

3. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Kenneth

RM435 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

4. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

megillo

RM334 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

5. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Edimar T

RM304 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

6. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Thiago

RM228 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

7. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

John

RM202 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A rooftop pool with clear blue tiles, a white sculpture, and a modern building with a glass facade.

8. Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

José Rodrigo Morgan

RM168 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

9. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Wagner

RM197 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

10. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Brayan Axel

RM163 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

11. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Larissa

RM402 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

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

12. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

roderick

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

13. Fluminense Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Moises Akhnaton

RM287 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

14. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Aymeric

RM174 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a window overlooking a cityscape.

15. Charlie Presidente Vargas Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

André

RM327 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

16. ibis Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

AHMAD

RM265 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern kitchen with a long countertop, built-in oven, and pendant lighting.

17. 1BR Apt With Pool Gym in Downtown Rio - Rz513

Rio de Janeiro Centro

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

18. Hotel Atlântico Prime

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Diamond

RM149 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a high ceiling, a mountain mural, and a staircase.

19. Rede Andrade Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Georgina J

RM152 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, and wooden cabinets.

20. StayHome RJ - Christ the Redeemer View

Rio de Janeiro Centro

RM1,637 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Rio de Janeiro Centro

Property	Property class	Guest rating
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 1,133 reviews	View
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,492 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 1,001 reviews	View

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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.

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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 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.

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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.

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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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Top Rio de Janeiro Centro Hotel Reviews

Windsor Asturias Hotel

8/10 Good

"L'accueil a été très bon et très professionnel de la part du personnel. Les installations sont correctes et en bon état. Il est situé en centre-ville et peut être un peu incommodant la nuit, car il y a beaucoup de sans-abri. Pour le reste, l'hôtel est très bien situé pour les réunions d'affaires."