Rio de Janeiro: our three hotels side by side

Our three hotel picks in Rio de Janeiro side by side: guest score, reviews, stars, area and reference price per night.

	Budget ibis Copacabana Posto 2	Best Value Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro	Luxury Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Guest score	8.3/10	8.7/10	9.5/10
Reviews	2,539	7,303	1,107
Stars	★★★	★★★★	★★★★★
Area	Zona Sul	Lapa	Zona Sul
Reference price per night	€90	€100	€1,334
Guests like	Location: Close to the beach, metro station, restaurants, and shops. Breakfast: Varied buffet with fresh fruit, cakes, and breads.	Breakfast: Varied buffet features fresh fruit, hot dishes, and a station for tapioca and omelettes. Location: Central position in the Lapa district near bars, restaurants, and the Selarón Steps.	Staff: Professional, attentive, and helpful team provide a warm welcome. Breakfast: Exceptional variety of fresh pastries, fruits, and hot dishes served daily.
Guests mention	Room Cleanliness: Some units are spotless, but others have dust, sand, and stained sheets.	Pool: Large and scenic outdoor area, though water can be cold and sun loungers scarce.	Swimming Pool: Large, elegant area with bar service, though often crowded and shaded by buildings.
Good for	pets, family, ac, breakfast	family, spa, gym, ac, breakfast	beach, pets, family, spa, gym, ac, breakfast

Which one?

Choose ibis Copacabana Posto 2 if price matters most, Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro for the best balance of score and price, and Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro if you want the best-reviewed upscale stay.

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Prices are reference rates for a 2-night stay for 2 adults (10 to 12 Nov 2026), not live quotes. Scores and review counts are Booking.com snapshots from September 2026. Always check the current price before quoting it as today's.