A list by Ada Nyman & Alexandra Bocheliuk. Updated February 2024.
We have created a list with the best spa hotels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Outstanding SPA facilities. Nice pool. Right on famous Copacabana Beach and 600 metres from Ipanema Beach, Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana offers scenic views of the Sugar Loaf, plus a panoramic pool. WiFi and parking are available. Guests at Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana can benefit from the fitness centre, gymclass, wedding services, beauty and various wellness options offered by SPAWillow Stream. Modern and spacious, the 5-star rooms feature LCD cable TV, iPod station and minibar. All are air conditioned, including a balcony with city or sea views. Some also grant access to the VIP executive floor. Copacabana Fort is 550 metres from Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana whilst Lagoa Stadium is 4 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is at a distance of 11.7 km, while Galeão International Airport is 23.9 km away.Show full description
Amazing rooftop pool. Boasting an outdoor infinity pool, Emiliano Rio is set in a privileged location in Rio de Janeiro, beachfront to Copacabana Beach. The contemporary architecture values the natural light and the sea view, offering guests a special and unique connection with the city. Other hotel facilities include a spawhere guests can relax and a fitness centre where they can exercise. Free WiFi is provided, and private parking is available on site. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. Some rooms have a seating area for guests' convenience. Every room has a private bathroom with a bath or shower and bidet, with bathrobes provided. It is also fitted with slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At Emiliano Rio, guests can taste a contemporary Brazilian cuisine made from organic products at the on-site restaurant. The rooftop boasts a swimming pool and views to the beach. Ipanema Beach is 1.2 km from Emiliano Rio, while the famous Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.5 km away, and Christ The Redeemer is at a distance of 8.4 km. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 8 km from the property, while Galeão International Airport is 20 km away.Show full description
Nice sauna. The elegant 5-star Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro offers luxurious rooms with marbled bathrooms and panoramic ocean views, located on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beachfront. Services include a wellness spaand 3 gastronomic restaurants. The spacious rooms at the Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro are individually decorated with English antique furniture and original artworks. All offer king-size beds, free use of internet and a free pair of Havaianas flip flops. Some include private balconies with panoramic city or ocean views. Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast served in Pérgula restaurant, which also offers Brazilian specialties and fresh seafood delicacies. Breakfast can also be served in-room and additional charges apply. Top Italian dishes are served in Cipriani restaurant and a selection of drinks are available at the Copacabana Piano Bar. The new MEE Restaurant offers Pan Asian cuisine, and a large selection of Japanese Sakes.Show full description
Boasting an out-door pool and a spa, Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is located in the heart of Barra da Tijuca, between the ocean, the lake and the mountains, just across the street from Reserva Beach. The hotel has a sauna and a fitness centre with a yoga studio. The spaoffers different massages and treatments in its nine private suites. The spa also has locker rooms with saunas and steam rooms. Guests can enjoy a meal at one of the three restaurants. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. Each room at this hotel is air conditioned and offers a furnished balcony. Rooms also offer a bathtub, bathroom amenities and a hairdryer. There is a 24-hour front desk, an ATM and shops at the property. Beach service is available and offers chairs, parasols and towels. Guests can also enjoy several resort activities such as daily physical activities, cocktail tasting, bike experience and welcome drinks at the restaurant, for an additional charge. Children can enjoy several toys, books, artistic activities, baby area and video games at our kids club. Jeunesse Arena is located nearby, whilst Cidade das Artes is 3.2 km. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 26 km from Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro.Show full description
Rooftop pool. Boasting a rooftop pool with stunning sea views, Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro offers luxurious beachfront accommodations on Ipanema Beach. The property also offers a spaand wellness centre. Elegantly decorated, rooms at this 5-star hotel feature a balcony, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a bath or shower. The spacious rooms also offer hardwood floors and high quality wood and leather furniture. At Rio de Janeiro's Hotel Fasano guests can enjoy the distinguished Gero Rio Restaurant, renowned for its contemporary Italian cuisine. The property is also conveniently located within a 5-minute walk from restaurants serving local and international dishes. After a relaxing visit to the sauna, guests can exercise in the well-appointed fitness centre or enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar. The property also offers massages, a terrace, concierge service, a solarium and a nightclub. Copacabana Fort is 1 km from Fasano Rio de Janeiro whilst Lagoa Stadium is 4 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is at a distance of 11 km, while Galeão International Airport is 27.8 km away.Show full description
Stunning pool facilities. Great SPA. Offering an outdoor pool, Vila Galé is located right in Rio de Janeiro´s city centre. The hotel features a complete wellness centre and guests can enjoy their on site restaurant and bar. Free WiFi access is available. Rooms are air-conditioned and feature a cable TV and a minibar. The private bathroom is fitted with a shower and a hair dryer. At Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro you will a 24-hour front desk. Guests can also enjoy their fitness centre. The hotel is 600 metres from Carioca´s Aqueduct and Lapa´s bohemian centre. Rio de Janeiro/Galeao International Airport is 17.4 km away. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Great pool. Nice SPA. This exclusive and recently renovated 5-star oceanfront resort sits on trendy Leblon Beach, in Rio’s South Zone. Guests at Sheraton Grand Rio can enjoy a newly redesigned pool area that features a lush tropical landscape with a large deck and a JacuzziⓇ facing the ocean. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. They can also use the well-equipped gymor relax on the newly-launched Shine Spa. For sightseeing, the iconic Christ the Redeemer is 10 km away. In the pool area, Sheraton Grand Rio offers Casarão Restaurant, which serves noble cuts of meat at dinner and a buffet at lunch, in a casual and elegant atmosphere. Guests can also enjoy Bene Restaurant, which serves Italian food and Dry Martini Bar, the latest, modern and innovative bar. The Casa da Cachaça, at the pool area, offers sophisticated snacks, specialty caipirinhas and classic cocktails. On the 26th floor, guests will also find L'Etoile, a French cuisine restaurant with panoramic ocean views. The luxurious renovated rooms at Sheraton Grand Rio are spacious, with modern décor and contemporary furnishings. All have air conditioning and a private balcony with stunning beach views. Leblon Beach is 1 km away and Tijuca Forest National Park is 3.4 km away. Sheraton Grand Rio is 16 km from Santos Dumont Airport. An airport shuttle service can be arranged. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Located in the historical and cultural heart of Rio de Janeiro, this 5-star boutique hotel offers a unique concept of tropical design and panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro’s bay. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Guests of Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery can relax in a swimming pool surrounded by gardens. Body treatments, massages and other services are provided in the spa. The restaurant Térèze, listed in the Michelin Guide, serves food from different cuisines as well as a select list of wines. Famous, local Bar dos Descasados has a unique atmosphere, signature drinks and amazing view. The exclusive decor reminding the African Indigenous roots and combined with modern design can be admired in the common areas and in the spacious accommodations, which usually offer panoramic views. Santa Teresa Hotel RJ - MGallery features pieces of art of Sergio Rodrigues, Studio Vitty, Rock Lane and other renowned Brazilian designers. City centre is 3 km away from property. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Boasting a beachfront location just 1.5 km from Pontal Square, CDesign Hotel offers spectacular views to Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. All air-conditioned rooms come with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, safety deposit box and a minibar. Bathrooms are private. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. At CDesign Hotel you will also find a 24-hour front desk. Barra Olympic Park is 10 km from CDesign Hotel, while Prainha Beach is 5 km from the property. Riocentro Convention Center is at a distance of 10 km, and Rio de Janeiro/Galeao International Airport is 33 km away. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Wonderful sauna. Featuring a year-round outdoor pool, a fitness centre and a business centre, Laghetto Stilo Barra is a beach front hotel loctated on Rio de Janeiro's Barra da Tijuca Beach. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar and restaurant. Free WiFi is available troughout the property. The modern decorated rooms all include air conditioning, a desk, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom. Laghetto Stilo Barra has a 24-hour front desk and private parking is available on site. Tijuca Forest National Park is 11 km from Laghetto Barra Rio, while Post 12 - Leblon is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 22 km from Laghetto Stilo Barra. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Located in front of Botafogo Beach, and offering amazing view to Sugarloaf and Corcovado Mountains, Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro boasts an outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy drinks at the rooftop bar. Rooms at Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro have an exclusive design and feature air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and a minibar. Private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer and free toiletries. The relaxed Lobby Lounge is the perfect place for a nice breakfast and a morning coffee whilst catching up with the day’s news. Copacabana Beach is 5 km from Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Rooftop pool. Located in the Copacabana district in Rio de Janeiro, 80 metres from Copacabana Beach, Ritz Copacabana Boutique Hotel features an outdoor pool and views of the city. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and has a flat-screen TV. Each room comes with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hair dryer. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. The famous Sugarloaf Mountain is 7 km from Ritz Copacabana Boutique Hotel, while Cantagalo Metro Station is 350 metres away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 8 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a fitness center and a swimming pool. Show full description
Located on the seafront of Copacabana, with a privileged view of the most famous beach of Rio and its clear blue waters, the 5-star JW Marriott Hotel offers a safe environment and a private strip of the beach just across the street. During your stay, you can enjoy gorgeous sea views while sunbathing in the rooftop swimming pool or working out in the gym. Guests can enjoy international cuisine at The Carioca. You can visit the Moonlounge Rooftop Bar to savour drinks and appetizers in a stylish atmosphere, or have a variety of specialized drinks at our brand new Coffee Bar, Bar da Illy. If you really want to spoil yourself, just drop by the treatment rooms and sauna. The reliable staff is always willing to give tips and help you plan your joyful days and evenings in Rio de Janeiro. Siqueira Campos Metro Station is 750 metres away. Copacabana Fort is 1.9 km from JW Marriott. Santos Dumont Airport is 10 km from the property and Galeão International Airport is at a distance of 24 km. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Facing Rio’s Recreio Beach, Hotel Atlantico Sul offers accommodation with beautiful sea views and a swimming pool. The hotel offers free WiFi, a breakfast buffet, and beach tents and towels. Guests can relax on the hotel’s sun terrace by the pool or in the sauna. There is also a bar, and restaurant on site that especializes in Brazilian cuisine. The rooms are bright and airy and offer panoramic beachfront views. They have air conditioning, cable TV and a minibar. The private bathrooms feature a shower. Hotel Atlantico Sul is set within 40 km of the Santos Dumont Airport and the Rio de Janeiro Bus Terminal. Barra Shopping Centre is a 25-minute drive away. Central Rio de Janeiro is 50 km away. Both, Riocentro Convention Centre and Barra Olympic Park are 10 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a sauna and a swimming pool. Show full description
Just 200 metres from Rio de Janeiro’s Leblon beach and 500 metres from Antero de Quental tube station, the charming Ritz Leblon features a gymand a pool with wooden deck and sunloungers. Its restaurant serves a daily buffet breakfast. Free WiFi is available throughout. Featuring a stereo system, minibar and an LCD TV with cable channels, the air-conditioned rooms boast a bright, contemporary décor. Guests can enjoy cocktails at Tropical Bar located in the lobby. Ritz Leblon is 6.5 km from the world-famous Copacabana Beach, and 14.6 km from Santos Dumont Airport. Christ the Redeemer monument and Maracanã Stadium are 13 km away. Parking is available, and charges are applicable. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Just 100 metres from Copacabana Beach, Hotel Vilamar Copacabana offers a modern gym, sauna and a sunny rooftop pool. Breakfast is served in the restaurant and room service is available. WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Vilamar Copacabana offers air-conditioned rooms with wooden floors. All feature a minibar, cable TV and a private bathroom. Some units include a bath tub. Rooms for disabled guests are available. Hotel Vilamar is a 260 metres from Cantagalo metro station, and 3.8 km from Lagoa Stadium. Santos Dumont Airport is 9.3 km away, while Galeão International Airport is at a distance of 26 km. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a fitness center, a sauna and a swimming pool. Show full description
Américas Granada Hotel has a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar in Rio de Janeiro. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and room service, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Private parking can be arranged at an extra charge. The rooms in the hotel are fitted with a flat-screen TV. At Américas Granada Hotel rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy a rich buffet breakfast. Américas Granada Hotel offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Flamengo Beach, Escadaria Selarón and Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 2 km from Américas Granada Hotel. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a fitness center, a sauna and a swimming pool. Show full description
Rooftop pool. Sol Ipanema offers a superb location on the Ipanema Beach seafront, within a vibrant area of bars and restaurants. It features a sunny terrace with breathtaking coast views. WiFi is free. Sol Ipanema Hotel offers spacious air-conditioned rooms with a bright contemporary décor. All feature a Smart TV and minibar, plus a luxurious bathroom with amenities and a magnifying mirror. Some rooms boast scenic views of Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beachfront. Buffet breakfast is served at the hotel´s restaurant at upper level with a beautiful beach view from all the tables. It includes a rich selection of tropical fruits, breads and cakes. Guests can also admire panoramic sea views while enjoying their meals or having drinks on the terrace, by the pool. The 24-hour front desk can arrange car/bicycle rental and shuttle services. Beauty shop treatments and child services can also be arranged. Third-party parking lots can be found nearby the hotel. Nossa Senhora da Paz metro station is 450 metres from Sol Ipanema, whilst Copacabana Fort is 1.5 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is at a distance of 13 km and Galeão International Airport is 25.8 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel do not include a proper SPA, but a fitness center and a swimming pool. Show full description
Boasting a privileged location on the seafront of Copacabana Beach, Mercure Rio Boutique Hotel Copacabana welcomes you to stay in comfortable luxurious rooms. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. In addition to the modern amenities also found in the other rooms, the luxurious rooms offer exclusive sea views. At the on site restaurant, you can enjoy a Peruvian cuisine, with selected dishes and drinks. Siqueira Campos metro station is 750 metres from Mercure Rio Boutique Hotel Copacabana, whilst Copacabana Fort is 1.9 km away. Santos Dumont Airport is at a distance of 8.8 km and Galeão International Airport is 25.6 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel include a spa and wellness centre. Show full description
Superb sauna facilities. Offering a hot tub and fitness centre, Novotel Rj Botafogo is situated in Rio de Janeiro in the Rio de Janeiro State Region, 2.9 km from Sugarloaf Mountain. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Private parking is available on site. Every room at this hotel is air conditioned and comes with a flat-screen TV. Extras include free toiletries and a hairdryer. Novotel Rj Botafogo features free WiFi throughout the property. You will find a 24-hour front desk at the property. Christ the Redeemer is 2.9 km from Novotel Rj Botafogo. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont Airport, 4 km from the property. Facilities at this hotel include spa and wellness centre. Show full description
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