Hotel Arpoador - Rio de Janeiro

$$$$||View on mapRio de Janeiro, BrazilRua Francisco Otaviano, 177 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080 003|
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Hotel Arpoador - Rio de Janeiro
Rua Francisco Otaviano, 177 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080 003·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.6
Staff9.0
Comfort8.7
Facilities8.4
Free WiFi8.4
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families17%
Solo12%
Groups10%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.5Great
Location9.6
Staff9.0
Comfort8.7
Facilities8.4
Free WiFi8.4
Who stays here
Couples58%
Families17%
Solo12%
Groups10%

Beachfront hotel on Ipanema Beach with direct sand access, rooftop yoga, and coastal cuisine by chef Lucas Lemos

Beachfront Location & Access

Hotel Arpoador Rio de Janeiro sits directly on Ipanema Beach with no road separating the property from the sand. Guests walk from the lobby to the promenade and onto the beach in seconds. The hotel provides complimentary beach service including towels, umbrellas, and chairs for every guest.

Dining by Chef Lucas Lemos

The Arp Bar restaurant serves coastal cuisine designed by chef Lucas Lemos, using fresh marine ingredients that celebrate global oceans. Brazilian cocktails, caipirinhas, and non-alcoholic drinks are created by bar chef Waguinho. Breakfast is served on the restaurant porch with a direct view over Rio de Janeiro's coastline.

Wellness & Rooftop Facilities

Yoga classes are held Monday to Friday on the terrace overlooking the sea, included in the stay. The rooftop also features a sauna, a wellness room, and the Maré Spa offering invigorating therapies such as full body massages and couples treatments. An outdoor heated pool with pool bar and panoramic views sits on the same rooftop level.

Rooms & Architecture

The hotel's architecture was designed by Thiago Bernardes, creating a layout that maximizes natural light and sea views. Rooms feature tiled floors, navy design elements, Nespresso machines, and private bathrooms with exclusive amenities. Some units offer panoramic ocean views from floor-to-ceiling windows.

Services & Sustainability

Guests receive complimentary bike rentals to explore Ipanema, Copacabana, and surrounding neighborhoods. The hotel operates with environmental preservation practices, including refillable toiletries and waste reduction initiatives. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, and tour desk assist with local arrangements and currency exchange.

  • Location: Direct beach access on Ipanema Beach - no road between hotel and sand
  • Dining: Arp Bar restaurant with coastal cuisine by chef Lucas Lemos
  • Wellness: Rooftop yoga classes Monday to Friday overlooking the sea
  • Amenities: Complimentary beach kit with towels, umbrellas, and chairs plus bike rentals
  • Sustainability: Environmental preservation practices integrated into hotel operations
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Breakfast
The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of BRL 75.0 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, Spanish, Portuguese
Building
Year renovated:2008
Number of floors:6
Number of rooms:46
Former name
Arpoador Inn
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Rooms and availability

Medium Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
Double Room
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed1 Queen-size bed2 Single beds
  • Courtyard view
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine

Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Parking
Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Shuttle

Paid airport shuttle

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Heated swimming pool

Rooftop pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Yoga class

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Special diet menus

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

  • Rooftop pool
  • Heated swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Pool with view
  • Shallow end

Room view

  • Sea view
  • City view
  • Courtyard view
  • Ocean view
  • Street view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Parquet floor
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Essential information about Hotel Arpoador

💵 Lowest room price 503 £
📏 Distance to centre 8.6 km
✈️ Distance to airport 12.3 km
🧳 Nearest airport Santos Dumont, SDU

Location

Rua Francisco Otaviano, 177 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080 003
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Rua Francisco Otaviano, 177 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080 003
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Rua Francisco Otaviano, 177 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22080 003
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
Beach
Praia do Arpoador
50 m
Park
Girl from Ipanema Park
460 m
Avenida Francisco Bhering s/n Praia do Arpoador
Pedra do Arpoador
70 m
Shopping Area
Galeria River
550 m
Park
General Osorio Square
580 m
Art object
Estatua de Tom Jobim
60 m
Mall
Shopping Cassino Atlantico
490 m
Praia de Copacabana
Estatua Carlos Drummond de Andrade
550 m
Rua Visconde de Piraja Praça Nossa Senhora da Paz
A Cena Muda
370 m
Rua Visconde de Piraja 54
Oi Futuro
440 m
Event hall
Casa de Cultura Laura Alvim
560 m
Store
Supermarket Zona Sul
410 m
Hippie Fair Crafts Market
500 m
off Av Francisco Bering
Praia do Diabo
460 m
Night club
Galeria Cafe
550 m
Beach
Surf Rio
1.6 km
Restaurant
Arp
20 m
Restaurant
Quiosque Para-Raio
60 m
Restaurant
T.T. Burger
550 m
Restaurant
Broth Restaurante
50 m
Restaurant
Bar Astor
290 m
Restaurant
Sindicato Do Arpoador
260 m
Restaurant
Brota
550 m
Restaurant
Quiosque MAREA
310 m
Restaurant
Boteco Stambul Ipanema
180 m
Restaurant
Fazendola
410 m

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FAQ about Hotel Arpoador

What interesting sites can I visit not far from Hotel Arpoador?
Guests of Hotel Arpoador can visit Arpoador Beach (a walk from the accommodation), or General Osorio Square placed 8 minutes' walk away.
Which airport is the closest to the affordable Hotel Arpoador?
The closest airport to the affordable Hotel Arpoador is Santos Dumont airport (15 km) and it is reachable with a 15-minute drive.
Does the inn provide an airport shuttle?
Bus shuttle is one of the services offered by the inn. Please inform the hotel staff about your estimated arrival time.
What are our dining options during the stay at Hotel Arpoador?
Hotel Arpoador doesn't have on-site dining options, but there is a variety of restaurants just outside the property - visit fast food restaurant Brota for the taste of healthy cuisine (550 m from the property) or Balada Mix, popular for its Brazilian dishes (550 metres away).
Can I have breakfast at the affordable Hotel Arpoador?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily at the pool bar of the affordable Hotel Arpoador.
What time is check-in and check-out at Hotel Arpoador hotel?
Guests of Hotel Arpoador hotel can check in from 15:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What payment methods are available in Hotel Arpoador hotel?
At Hotel Arpoador hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at the affordable Hotel Arpoador?
Every suite at the affordable Hotel Arpoador includes a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and private bathrooms along with a hair dryer and bath sheets.
Is the staff at the inn multilingual?
Yes, the staff of the inn speaks Spanish, Portuguese, and English.
Which facilities are available in Hotel Arpoador hotel?
Hotel Arpoador hotel is equipped with currency exchange and a lift as well as 24-hour security and luggage storage for safety purposes.
What spa facilities does the inn offer?
Pampering amenities in the inn include a steam room and a sauna.
Is there a swimming pool in Hotel Arpoador hotel?
Yes, Hotel Arpoador hotel features a rooftop swimming pool.
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