Great hotel with friendly staff and good facilities!…read more The location is great - right across from a gorgeous beach. They have dedicated chairs and staff to assist on the beach. Two restaurants - Canto and Shiso. Both were very good. We ate at the hotel several times for the convenience. The Grand Lounge is well appointed with evening cocktails / snacks and a good breakfast spread. Front desk staff was very friendly and accommodating - especially Maria Alicia who helped me several times during my stay Highly recommended!!.

It was ok. The meals took forever to make. My colleagues had faster service. Even for the same…read moreitems at the same time as me. Can't point my finger at why tbh. But staff seemed friendly enough. Loved the housekeeping service and attention to details. The main reason I took off another star was that it took 35 minutes to get my folio. They found my reservation but could not/ would not send to me. They kept transferring me to the hotel in Rio. Mind you I am in the USA. While I appreciate the English speaking capabilities of the Rio billing department, I never got the folio. I had to call again. I had to ask for the Us team to speak to the Rio team so my folio could be sent. After their intra Hyatt interaction, I still did not get it. It was a mess tbh. And yes I tried to use the bill retrieval tool in Hyatt.com. It did not work. Still waiting on my folio for my expense report. ‍

Service is wonderful and a very helpful staff.Milena head of food and beverage is extremely…read morepleasant and knowledgeable. Anna at Concierge desk has helped me navigate in a foreign country easily.

This is a beautiful property with stunning views. We were tempted to stay at the Copacabana Hilton…read morebut ended up going with Barra due to the price difference....and I'm glad we did. The Uber rides to the beach were around an hour each way and only cost about $15 USA dollars. I was upgraded into an apartment suite looking out towards Olympic Park. I would love to stay at the property again! The hotel staff was excellent and went above and beyond to make our trip enjoyable. This property reminds me why I am loyal to Hilton. Beautiful new hotel (built 2015), wonderful staff!

If you're traveling to Rio, Copacabana Palace is the place to stay. The service, amenities, and…read moresmall touches all add up to a restful and restorative stay. The resort has something for families, singles, events, conferences, couples and more. Located directly on the beach there is no where better to stay. We booked with Chase Sapphire Reserve and had quite a good amount of specials. A resort credit, an upgrade, late checkout, and free breakfast. The suite had beautiful high ceilings, spacious bathroom and living room, and we were met with a bottle of champagne upon our arrival. Concierge and hotel staff took care of everything for us from restaurant bookings to attractions to attraction and spa bookings. I can't say enough about the friendly and helpful nature of everyone we encountered. We enjoyed breakfast each morning with a beautiful buffet of fruits, pastries, meats, cheeses, fresh fruit juices, eggs, sausage, and more. We also could order off the menu for specific items. Coffee, sparkling wine, and juices included. The pool was the perfect temperature(its temperature controlled), and well attended with bathrooms right there. Outside on the beach the hotel has its own tent, chairs, and towels. Complimentary beach bag and flip flops upon your arrival. Turndown included fresh water and treats, and I loved the scents of all their products. Great restaurants on site as well as nearby.

This is what you call an EXPERIENCE. My stay at the copacabana palace changed my life and I will…read morenever again settle for anything else. The vibe is pretty old school, but the staff are all pretty young, so they really make the place feel more alive! Breakfast is pretty good and they have lots of options, 24hr pool, and tennis courts! What I really liked was that they had a section reserved right on the beach, where you can sit, leave your stuff, and even get a massage! Will definitely be back! They have my heart!!

This is no longer a Radisson but a Sheraton for the last few months. The location on the safe and…read morequiet Tajuca beach is beautiful though a good 45 minutes by taxi from the heart of Rio. Having said that, the area is rich in its own bars, restaurants and night life. Unlike Rios more famous beaches which are constructed on reclaimed land, Tajuca is natural with a gentle gradation into the sea. No sudden drops 10 yards in which catch you by surprise. Hotel suites are the best feature. Effectively an Aparthotel with massive balconies all with full sea views. Not to miss out an amazing spar and beautiful pool area with a feature waterfall. At £80 a nite it's a real contender for a Rio stay.

This should not be seen as a four star hotel. Location on the beach is great. Barra Tijuca beachbis…read morenice, safe, and beautiful. The area has a few restaurants and bars but its not really a happening spot. More like a local beach neighborhood than a world class tourist attraction. A goof 30 minutes to an hour from Rios main attractuons. The lobby is very nice. But the rooms are outdated and in need of significant upgrade. And while i was there the water damage was so severe the roof was leaking in several places on top floor making the place stink of mold. Patios for each room is a nice addition.

I booked this Novotel based on the proximity to RioCentro where Web Summit took place. It had…read moreexcellent TripAdvisor reviews too. Unfortunately, very basic hotel, with less than exciting location in the area of Rio that is not good either. The service was quite indifferent too, my Platinum status wasn't even acknowledged, I was told that the water in the room wasn't free either. I always get water bottles and Platinum amenity. The only bright spot was front desk representative Beatrice who tried hard to make our stay pleasant. The room looked old and dated, with mildew and mold, and it smelled of smoke. The room keys didn't work on several occasions. The breakfast was barely edible. All in all, I won't stay there again, and don't recommend this hoteL. Stayed in many Novotel hotels in the world, much better experience. Also, stayed in 2 other Accor hotels in Rio: Fairmont and Mercure, much better experience too. This hotel is listed as #1 hotel in Rio on Trip Advisor, this is straight up lie, alas!

The staff at the front desk was exceptional. I entered my room #111 to be greeted by a strong smell…read moreof mildew which I think was coming from the heavily stained and waterline marked couch. The towels in my room were very rough and the toilet was less than a foot in front of the sink. The service at the lobby bar was sad. After putting in an order for a drink and while the bar wasn't crowded, I waited at lease ten minutes before the bartender returned with my drink. This wasn't a one time thing and I noticed other people from my group getting the same treatment -- then double billed for there drink orders, sometimes within minutes of their last payment. We were told we couldn't get the double billing charge off our bill until checkout. And yes this bar ran out of some liquors. The pool and gym hours should be extended. Both facilities did not open until 9AM. All of the lobby furniture should be replaced. Nothing I sat on was comfortable and showed signs of a lot of use and mildew. At night, the lobby bar was full of mosquitoes. Breakfast was ok, but items were not replenished. Despite inconvienences, the hotel staff was friendly and courteous. Unfortunately, I spent most of my stay across the street at the Hilton.

You get what you pay for. For the price this place is good…read more The location is great, close to Rio Design Barra Mall with several nice places to eat. Staff is very friendly and courteous but the building needs major renovation. The room is a nice size but they need to change carpet, towels etc Bathroom is very tiny and needs major cleaning and regrouting. Their breakfast is good with plenty of options and nice coffee. Their food is good as well. We've been getting dinner here every night and so far so good. I wish they would invest some money and buy new towels and comforters.

I can only comment on the bar/restaurant area as I was not staying here. It is situated at the top…read moreend of the Olympic park which places it right next to the IBC (international Broadcast Centre). That was the main reason I stopped off here as I was lucky enough to have been part of the audience for the Last Leg!!! The bar area is comfortable and well appointed, as you would expect for a hotel from this brand. Bar staff were helpful, if a little thin on the floor. I sampled a local beer which was very nice or was it that it was just very very cold?? A bar area with plenty of seating areas, some tv's dotted around. It struck me as it would serve very well for meetings over breakfast, lunch and possibly dinner.

If you are looking for a premium experience at a fraction of the cost this is your hotel. It's a…read morebrand new hotel located close to the former Olympic village at the popular Barra da Tijuca neighborhood. The service is phenomenal, the bar/lounge area is notting less than spectacular and the rooms are very comfortable and luxurious. I have nothing else to say than that this is a AAA+ experience. In the future will gladly stay here again.