Governador Island
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Where to stay in Governador Island

Galeão
While visiting Galeão, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim.

Jardim Guanabara
You'll enjoy the beaches and architecture in Jardim Guanabara. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.

Portuguesa
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Portuguesa and surrounding area, you can visit Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.

Cocotá
If you're spending some time in Cocotá, Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria are top sights worth seeing.

Bancários
Bancários might not have many top sights, but Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cacuia
Travelers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Praia da Bica is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Staff I would say is the most valuable asset of this place, shout out to Mr. Guillherme, the Tour Concierge, he was always so eager to assist us always with a great smile and we felt he went above and beyond with his service.
Reviewed on 2026/3/13

Hotel Arpoador
Lovely the staff, the breakfast is incredible, great view from the roof terrace. Location is exceptional too. The window (city side) was not very sound proof, the room was quite small and they could do with some showers or an area to wash off the sand from the beach before going into the hotel. Also ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/12

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
I was Cheated .. i paid for the Ocean view room , but was denied and made excuses .. and was asked to cancel my booking when I objected , the reception manager threatened me to call police if I objected more This is the Wost experience of my 20 years of travelling I need my money back or a compensation.. ...
Reviewed on 2026/3/9

Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

Casa Branca 355
Marcio é um excelente anfitrião, me senti em casa, espaço amplo, equipado, não senti falta de nada.
Reviewed on 2025/2/25

Copacabana Best Spot
The biggest problem with the hotel is there is no maid service. One towel for 6 days, no cleaning. I saw the maids in the hallway with a stack of fresh towels and took one, hysteria ensued. Turns out that's R$5. Give it to the front desk, not sure if it reached the right place. Hotels.com messaged ...
Reviewed on 2025/2/21
Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.

Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.

Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.

Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.

Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
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