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Apartment in Barra With Pool Vlm907

Apartment in Barra With Pool Vlm907
2.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 32.5 km from Santa Cruz
The price is RM592
RM995 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Apartment in Barra With Pool Vlm907

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
5.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 33.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Fantastic property. Rooms are spacious and recently updated or renovated."
United States
Alexandra
The price is RM915
RM1,130 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Portobello Resort & Safári

Portobello Resort & Safári
3.5 star property
40 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (423 reviews)
"What a beautiful place! So clean, great staff, beautiful grounds, we would definitely stay here again, thank you! "
United States
erin
Portobello Resort & Safári

Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro

Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro
5.0 star property
Jacarepagua, 32.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay for carnival"
United States
Wendy
The price is RM394
RM470 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro

Windsor Marapendi

Windsor Marapendi
5.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 35.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,178 reviews)
"perfect location, amazing hotel and staff "
United States
Rayane Francielle
The price is RM447
RM514 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jul - 16 Jul
Windsor Marapendi

Regency Barra Hotel

Regency Barra Hotel
3.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 35.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (627 reviews)
"Good Hotel, great location, will come back on a similar budget as the last time"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM297
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
Regency Barra Hotel

HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA

HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA
3.0 star property
10.4 km from Santa Cruz
6.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"this was such a beautiful quiet stay! the owners are the nicest people and super caring! it is a bit away from the city area but it is close to beaches and walking distance from restaurants! there is also a pool to relax and get some sun as well as a hot tub and hammocks! it was very clean and beautiful! we loved our stay and the complementary breakfast in the morning was delicious! "
United States
Estefany
The price is RM284
RM298 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
HOSPEDAGEM PEDRA DE GUARATIBA

Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre

Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre
3.0 star property
21 km from Santa Cruz
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
The price is RM269
RM282 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Pousada e Bistrô Cinque Terre

Venit Mio Hotel

Venit Mio Hotel
4.0 star property
Jacarepagua, 30.6 km from Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (256 reviews)
"Top"
Brazil
Greivan almeida
The price is RM508
RM533 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Venit Mio Hotel

Tulip Inn Itaguai

Tulip Inn Itaguai
3.0 star property
9 km from Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (352 reviews)
"otimo hotel "
Brazil
Josvander
The price is RM316
RM332 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Tulip Inn Itaguai

Perfect Refuge in Miguel Pereira And61

Perfect Refuge in Miguel Pereira And61
2.0 star property
31.3 km from Santa Cruz
The price is RM342
RM680 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Perfect Refuge in Miguel Pereira And61

Paracambi Top Hotel

Paracambi Top Hotel
3.0 star property
32.7 km from Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Suficiente para trabalho "
Brazil
EDUARDO
The price is RM258
RM271 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Paracambi Top Hotel

Laghetto Stilo Barra

Laghetto Stilo Barra
4.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 35.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"Great hotel"
Canada
Dustin
The price is RM479
RM503 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Laghetto Stilo Barra

Américas Barra Hotel

Américas Barra Hotel
3.5 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 28.8 km from Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,033 reviews)
"Amazing staff!"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is RM244
RM256 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Américas Barra Hotel

Pousada Do Sol

Pousada Do Sol
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Very careful and kind staff with a peaceful environment."
United States
Asnako
The price is RM242
RM255 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Jul - 11 Jul
Pousada Do Sol

My House Muriqui

My House Muriqui
3.0 star property
25.1 km from Santa Cruz
The price is RM108
RM113 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
My House Muriqui

Triplex Barra da Tijuca

Triplex Barra da Tijuca
3.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 28.6 km from Santa Cruz
The price is RM3,382
RM3,551 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul
Triplex Barra da Tijuca

Morada Stay - Flat Barra First

Morada Stay - Flat Barra First
4.0 star property
Barra da Tijuca, 31.3 km from Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"foi tudo perfeito"
Brazil
Vinicius
The price is RM271
RM284 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Morada Stay - Flat Barra First

Hotel Pousada La Belle

Hotel Pousada La Belle
3.0 star property
10.3 km from Santa Cruz
The price is RM292
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Jul - 10 Jul
Hotel Pousada La Belle

Promenade Fusion Itaguaí

Promenade Fusion Itaguaí
4.0 star property
10.2 km from Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (221 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Maria
The price is RM356
RM374 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Promenade Fusion Itaguaí
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Find the best Santa Cruz 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.

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.

Ipanema

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

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.

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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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like?
You'll be sure to have fun exploring Rio de Janeiro's Santa Cruz neighbourhood. Are you looking for Santa Cruz travel tips? Make sure that you visit Serra de Sao Tome and Centro Cultural Municipal de Santa Cruz Doutor Antonio Nicolau Jorge while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels will I be able to find in the Santa Cruz area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Rio de Janeiro, choose from one of Expedia's 12 hotels and other accommodation options in Santa Cruz.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Santa Cruz, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Santa Cruz.
What can I see and do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?
Serra de Sao Tome, Centro Cultural Municipal de Santa Cruz Doutor Antonio Nicolau Jorge and Cidade das Criancas are just a few attractions to check out in Santa Cruz. You might also plan a visit to Pedra do Sino when you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro.
How can I get around Santa Cruz and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?
To venture out of town, take a train from Santa Cruz Station.

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