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Our top choices for Sao Francisco hotels

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
7.8 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,498 reviews)
"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"
United States
Marcos
The price is NT$3,716
NT$3,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including illuminated buildings and a distant mountain.

2. H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Sao Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Great staff and best house keeping!!"
United States
Christian
The price is NT$4,336
NT$4,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
H Niteroi Hotel
An infinity pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.

3. Windsor Leme Hotel

Windsor Leme Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6 km from Sao Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,182 reviews)
"Great hotel, perfect location! I enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Ivanna
The price is NT$4,537
NT$5,218 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Windsor Leme Hotel
A modern interior with a staircase, white furniture, and large windows.

4. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
3.0 star property
Icarai, 1.9 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Nice location. Icaraí beach is under rated"
Denmark
Rasmus
The price is NT$3,716
NT$3,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a beach.

5. PortoBay Rio de Janeiro

PortoBay Rio de Janeiro
4.0 star property
10.4 km from Sao Francisco
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location, very safe. Great staff,was a perfect stay. Thanks"
Canada
Tristan Vandad
The price is NT$7,135
NT$7,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
PortoBay Rio de Janeiro
A hotel with large windows displaying line drawings of people.

6. ibis Rio de Janeiro Botafogo

ibis Rio de Janeiro Botafogo
3.5 star property
10.5 km from Sao Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Ibis is a frequent stay for me when I go to RIo , the property is clean and conveniently placed right in botafogo, only 10 mins from the beach and not far from centro"
United States
Yvel
The price is NT$2,497
NT$2,622 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
ibis Rio de Janeiro Botafogo
A rooftop terrace with seating areas, a pool, and a view of the cityscape.

7. Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Royal Rio Palace Hotel
4.0 star property
10.4 km from Sao Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,431 reviews)
"The hotel was located great. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Angel
The price is NT$2,763
NT$2,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Royal Rio Palace Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a view of the ocean, and a rocky island in the distance.

8. Arena Leme Hotel

Arena Leme Hotel
4.0 star property
9.3 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Hotel stay was very friendly and hotel was in the perfect location."
United States
dedivine
The price is NT$4,462
NT$5,132 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Arena Leme Hotel
A glass-bottomed infinity pool overlooking a beach with clear blue water and distant mountains.

9. Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
5.0 star property
12.4 km from Sao Francisco
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,470 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, great staff, good access to the beach, and amazing breakfast."
Canada
Solava
The price is NT$8,361
NT$9,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
A balcony with a glass railing overlooking a beach and ocean, featuring sun loungers and a pergola.

10. Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio
4.0 star property
12.1 km from Sao Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,417 reviews)
"My go to hotel in Rio!!!"
United States
Donielle
The price is NT$7,484
NT$8,607 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Othon Palace Copacabana Rio
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a large umbrella, overlooking a clear blue sea and distant island.

11. Arena Ipanema Hotel

Arena Ipanema Hotel
4.0 star property
13.1 km from Sao Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing hotel in Rio! We stayed for 5 nights and had the best time"
United States
Jackie
The price is NT$5,257
NT$6,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Arena Ipanema Hotel
A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

12. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
4.0 star property
12 km from Sao Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (904 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mary
The price is NT$3,270
NT$3,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

13. Windsor Florida Hotel

Windsor Florida Hotel
4.0 star property
8.9 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,175 reviews)
"Place was clean and convenient to location"
United States
Helen
The price is NT$3,281
NT$3,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Windsor Florida Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

14. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
4.5 star property
9.7 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel! I will definitely stay there again. Clean, quiet, great restaurant!"
United States
Kenneth
The price is NT$3,312
NT$3,477 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
A breakfast table with various dishes and a view of the sea through large windows.

15. Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
5.0 star property
19.3 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,464 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Janice
The price is NT$6,234
NT$6,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating areas.

16. Linx Galeão by Wish

Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
18.7 km from Sao Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,072 reviews)
"Great location and professional staff. I will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is NT$4,155
NT$4,363 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Linx Galeão by Wish
A modern lounge area with seating, a bar, and a large pillar.

17. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
4.0 star property
8.2 km from Sao Francisco
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
megillo
The price is NT$2,549
NT$2,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
A rooftop pool with a view of the beach and ocean.

18. Arena Copacabana Hotel

Arena Copacabana Hotel
4.0 star property
11 km from Sao Francisco
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent stay."
United States
Shontea
The price is NT$5,164
NT$5,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Arena Copacabana Hotel
The exterior of a hotel with a prominent 'ibis' sign, a glass entrance, and potted plants in front.

19. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
8.2 km from Sao Francisco
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is NT$1,736
NT$1,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
The exterior of the Regency Park Hotel with a modern facade, large glass windows, and a prominent entrance.

20. Regency Park Hotel

Regency Park Hotel
3.0 star property
10 km from Sao Francisco
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (813 reviews)
"It was okay for the price we paid. The food was good , staff very helpful."
United States
Anyileisi Ventura
The price is NT$2,303
NT$2,418 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Regency Park Hotel
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Compare popular hotels in Sao Francisco

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including illuminated buildings and a distant mountain.
H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,006 reviews
View
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,498 reviews
View
An infinity pool with clear blue water, lounge chairs, umbrellas, and a view of the ocean.
Windsor Leme Hotel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,182 reviews
View
A glass-bottomed infinity pool overlooking a beach with clear blue water and distant mountains.
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana
5.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,470 reviews
View
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a beach.
PortoBay Rio de Janeiro
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Sao Francisco

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,498)
The price is NT$3,716
NT$3,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Find the best Sao Francisco areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain and beach.

Copacabana

Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations.

A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

Ipanema

Surrounded by elegant development, Ipanema's beach boasts vibrant beach culture, with daily gatherings of surfers, sunbathers, and sports enthusiasts. Stroll along the grid-like streets to explore world-class restaurants, shops, and the bustling Ipanema Hippie Market.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and mountains in the background.

Barra da Tijuca

Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

Leblon

Wealthy and cosmopolitan, this South Zone gem boasts sights like Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Morro Dois Irmãos, and Jardim de Alah channel. Enjoy lively nightlife with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.

Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent location and amazing staff. It also has the best breakfast!"
Seth 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

Frequently asked questions

What is Sao Francisco like?
Sao Francisco is a neighborhood that travelers like for its beaches. Are you looking for Sao Francisco travel tips? Be sure to check out Sao Francisco Beach and Icarai Beach while you're in the neighborhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sao Francisco, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available in Sao Francisco.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Sao Francisco?
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What is there to do around this Niteroi neighborhood?
Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Sao Francisco Beach, Icarai Beach, and Praia de Charitas while you're in Sao Francisco. A visit to Guanabara Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighborhood. Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora, Caio Martins Stadium, and Centro Cultural La Salle are just a few of the places to visit in and around Sao Francisco. UFF Art Center and Praia do Cais are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Niteroi.

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