We arrived at 8am and although our room was not ready, the staff took our bags and kept them safe while we toured Ipanema in search of a coffee. Found a great place called "Cafeina", which is two blocks past the "Sol Ipanema" and ablock and a half up on the left. Anyway, the pool and sauna were closed for... More

I'd agree with most of what's already on here; The physical plant could use a little work, but the bottom line is that the staff work hard or make you feel at home. The breakfast buffet is excellent. The beach umbrella boys worked hard, the rooms were very clean, and overall, we were sorry to leave. Try and get a... More

Wonderful location, the hotel is big enough to have everything but small enough to be personal. Good sized rooms all with balconies. From ours on the 8th floor on the east side we could see all three landmarks: Ipanema beach, Sugar Loaf and Christ the Redeemer. Spotlessly clean and with excellent and friendly helpful service. We were very happy here.... More

This hotel has a good location. Just across is the famous Ipanema beach and behind it is the downtown shopping area of Ipanema. But the hotel is run down and needs serious updating. The rooms are large but nothing fancy. The AC is either on or off since the temperature control wasn't working. The lobby is uncomfortable and not a... More

PROS: 1) Location - could not be better, in front of Ipanema beach, in Vieira Souto Av. 2) Large rooms 3) Services are good, but not exceptional CONS: 1) It is a dated 3 stars hotel charging like a 5 starts just because of the view and location 2) Expensive It is a privilege to stay in front of Ipanema... More

Great location but extremely expensive for what you get Rooms are clean and spacious but try to sleep with the air con on... Just can't! Open the window, and you get the street noise. It is true the advertisement that each room has a beach view... And what a great view! Breakfast is basic in a very small room. View... More

Lovely clean, modern room with balcony overlooking Ipanema Beach. Balcony could do with some seating. Big shower but hot water took forever to come through. Easy walk to shops and restaurants in streets behind. More

Very dirty, the pillows were disgusting, I had to ask them to change, and they did. Under the bed they never clean, take a look! I stayed there 18 days. The location is execelent but the prices goes up at the same speed as services goes down. One of my blouses, sent to the Laundry was missing, I spoke to... More

We concluded a recent trip to South America with several nights in this very well-placed hotel, with its exceptional views of (and access to) the legendary beach. We were rewarded with the convenience of the location and exceptional service from its well-trained and multi-lingual staff. But the hotel is definitely in need of maintenance, and our room was a surprise... More