Hotel Arpoador

4.0 star property
Oceanfront hotel with poolside bar, near Girl from Ipanema Park

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Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
Terrace/patio
Grand Room, Ocean View | Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Bar
  • Gym

Explore the area

Map
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22080-040
  • Ipanema Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Arpoador Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Copacabana Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

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Room options

Double or Twin Room, Courtyard View

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, City View

  • 193 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Grand Room, Ocean View

  • 258 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Grand Room, Balcony, Ocean View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Double Room Standard

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Bed(s) OR 1 Full Bed(s)

Double Room Superior With Street View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Full Bed(s) OR 2 Twin Bed(s)

Double Room Deluxe With Sea View

  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Full Bed(s) and 1 Twin Bed(s)

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About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Located in Ipanema, Hotel Arpoador is next to popular attractions like Arpoador Beach and Ipanema Beach. This 4-star hotel welcomes guests with 49 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ipanema Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Arpoador Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Copacabana Fort - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Copacabana Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Ipanema-General Osorio Station - 10 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 11 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boteco Boa Praça - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Arp - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Faraj - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪T.T. Burger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fasano Al Mare - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Arpoador

Oceanfront hotel with poolside bar, near Girl from Ipanema Park
Hotel Arpoador features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, dry cleaning/laundry, and concierge services. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a sauna, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers, designer toiletries, and bathrobes. Minibars, espresso makers, and safes are other standard amenities. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a sauna, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.
Maré Spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. The spa is open daily.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (BRL 100 per day)
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to noon
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • On the waterfront
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1974
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk chair
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Nearby parking fee: BRL 100 per day (328 ft away)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present—in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo—a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Hotel Arpoador Rio de Janeiro
Hotel Arpoador Hotel
Arpoador Inn Rio de Janeiro
Arpoador Rio de Janeiro
Mercure Apartments Rio De Janeiro Arpoador Hotel Rio De Janeiro
Mercure Rio De Janeiro Arpoador Hotel Brazil
Arpoador Hotel Rio De Janeiro
Arpoador Inn Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Hotel Arpoador Rio de Janeiro
Hotel Arpoador Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Arpoador?

Hotel Arpoador provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see within easy reach of Hotel Arpoador?

This hotel is situated in Ipanema, just steps from Ipanema Beach and Arpoador Beach, and within a short walk of Copacabana Beach. You'll also find Copacabana Fort and Avenida Atlantica less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hotel Arpoador?

No, this hotel doesn't offer parking.

Is there a spa at Hotel Arpoador?

Maré Spa is the hotel's spa and services include sports massages, deep-tissue massages, and couples treatments.

Does Hotel Arpoador feature a casino at the property?

No, Hotel Arpoador doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Arpoador?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Hotel Arpoador a good place to stay for couples?

This beachfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does Hotel Arpoador have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Hotel Arpoador have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Arpoador serves free full breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Arpoador allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Arpoador.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Arpoador?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Arpoador?

The closest major airport to Hotel Arpoador is Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont), which is 7.6 mi away (19 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho), which is located 15.2 mi away (37-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Arpoador?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer either a balcony or a deck where guests can enjoy ocean or city views.

Hotel Arpoador Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 442 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 94 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 784 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bradley, Denfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd time staying here. It's right on the beach. The breakfast/restaurant is tasty and is steps from the amenities of Ipanema, and a short 10 min walk to the south end of Copacabana
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was excellent! Great location, amazing food and drink and friendly, helpful staff. I’d highly recommend staying on Ipenema beach over Copacabana, it has a much more chilled out vibe and was a lot cleaner, plus it was only a 5 minute walk around the cove (via the street) if you did want to go to that side. The promenade felt safe to walk along and you could eat breakfast right beside the beach. Don’t look for any other hotels, just book this one!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

The staff was wonderful. The restaurant was excellent. Paulo, a bell man, was amazing. He always had a smile on his face and spoke English quite well.He knew everything about Rio and seemed more like a friend than a hotel employee.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrizia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The service there was gold standard. Everyone was very pleasant, helpful, and as a bonus for us, they all spoke English. The rooms were very clean. The only issue we had was our room was on the smaller side for 2 people. Closet space was tight and no real area to place our luggage where it won’t be in the way of navigating the room. Don’t know if all the rooms are the same size. I’m sure others are larger. All in all, a very good experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful boutique hotel, amazing service and the rooftop pool is the perfect way to watch the sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great menu, great food. Outstanding breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

BETHANI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Netzahualcoyotl Ned

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Rosilene

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was one of my favorite places I have ever stayed in all of my travel experiences worldwide. Aside from the great food, incredible hospitality, comfy bed, and convenient location, the staff was warm and insightful, providing excellent guidance into safe and wonderful experiences around the city. Highly, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trung

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 days! Excellent staff good location clean hotel will definitely stay again
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Marcela

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Malo- Ruidoso - imposible dormir.

Estábamos en la mejor pieza, bastante cara, 500 US la noche, la vista espectacular, pero realmente el ruido es espantoso, no se puede dormir en toda la noche, los 6 dias , todos fiesta , gritos, carreras de motos, borrachos peleando, camiones sacando escombros, ruidos de botellas, musica a todo volumen. Pero realmente las 6 noches!! hasta las 6 de la mañana, que amanecian los borrachos durmiendo en la playa. Les comentamos al hotel porque deberian tener doble vidrio, pero ... nada. Realmente No recomiendo el Hotel. Un desastre. Lo otro malo es que no hay nada para comer despues d elas 11 PM.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Kyle, Kildeer

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant, ARP, is great. The staff is wonderful. The design of the remodel is gorgeous. The location is perfect. The rooms are incredibly small.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Maya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly staff, especially check-in team during the day. Rooms are small and comfortable. Waiters were very friendly but food is definitely below par. Would have expected better food all around for the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jisandra

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely location on the beach and walkable to so much. Enjoyed the complimentary bikes!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay here, full stop.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Leo

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
We knew when we walked into the hotel we made a mistake. Small- lobby is big enough for 2 people in line which is the same path to the restaurant, worse off is the path to the beach, which is a little gross when you’re eating. The 2 elevators fit 3 people, hallways to the rooms are narrow. the room which consists of 2 nightstands, one with a child size chair, bed and wall mounted tv. We upgraded to an oceanfront balcony room for a 7 day stay,($3400 usd) to enjoy coffee, cocktails and meals. No furniture at all except a hanging hammock. No place to sit and eat in the room except the bed. Noise- ridiculous level of noise throughout the entire stay- cobbled stone road beneath the balconies. Motorcycles, carts, and anything else just rumbled, as well as party goers. One night laying awake like we had every night- we looked at each other and just laughed about the noise-, who would have thought. Food- hit or miss very inconsistent Front desk/associates mixed reviews on helpfulness/attitude Recommendations- we originally were going to stay at the Fairmont at Copacabana Beach, but got hooked by a “pricing special by Arpoador. Stay at one of the 30-ish great hotels at Copa and walk to Ipanema. We tried to share our feedback with the Mgr speaking with 6 associates at the front desk over our stay- He never got back to us. I’ve traveled to 2 destinations every year for 20 years & have never written a bad review and now you know
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

VALERIA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this boutique hotel . Very nice location and staff ! Beautiful Terrace !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely boutique hotel in Ipanema

We loved this beautifully designed and comfortable hotel-- it is rare in Copacabana and Ipanema, since it is right on the beach, rather than across a busy street, as most of the other local hotels are. I would recommend an ocean view room-- from what I could tell some of the rooms are smaller and there is nothing nicer than waking up to the sound of waves. We ate most of our meals here-- delicious, and breakfast is generous and cooked to order. Wonderful beach with umbrellas and chairs, though the rooftop pool is small, not for swimming.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024