Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

4.5 star property
Luxury spa hotel, a quick walk to Arcos da Lapa

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Poolside bar
Courtyard
Collection Apartamento Preservado | Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk
Porch
Meeting facility

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
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  • Bar
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  • Parking available
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  • Room service
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Check-in time

3:00 PM

Check-out time

12:00 PM
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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua do Riachuelo,124, Centro do Rio de Janeiro - Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20230-014

What's nearby

  • Arcos da Lapa - 7 min walk
  • Selarón Steps - 9 min walk
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 18 min walk
  • Museum of Tomorrow - 5 min drive
  • Flamengo Beach - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 2 min drive
  • Francisco Muratori Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Vila Galé - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Boteco Carioquinha - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dom Cavalcanti - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Dalapa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Calabrezza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Luxury hotel near Arcos da Lapa
Located close to Fundição Progresso and AquaRio, Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Self parking (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • An elevator, tour/ticket assistance, and a ballroom
  • A banquet hall, free newspapers, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 292 individually decorated rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (BRL 33 per day)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Inevitavel
  • Versatil

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center (6,717 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 18 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2014

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 14 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: BRL 33 per day
  • Service fee: 10 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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

We should mention

Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he 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. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro
Vila Gale Rio De Janeiro Brazil
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

As of Jul 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro on Jul 29, 2024 start from $74.46, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Self parking is available for BRL 33 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro located?

Located in Rio de Janeiro Centro, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Fundição Progresso and Arcos da Lapa. AquaRio and Maracanã Stadium are also within 6 mi (10 km). Francisco Muratori Tram Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Portinha Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 592 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 275 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 84 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1001 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Barry Lee, Las Vegas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Its a cool old building. Its self contained. But its in a noisy, rundown part of town. If this is the area you need to be in, its nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is top notch! The neighborhood is lacking
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful luxury hotel, renovated from an old historic building, great location in downtown, which also means that you are near the great music bars in Rio, but also the surroundings could get tricky at night. The breakfast and swimming pool were great. Overall, a fantastic option if you want to stay in the Lapa area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Peter, Middlesex

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
To be fair the location isn’t the best Rio de Janiero can offer but if you seek a clean hotel with an amazing pool area at lower cost than this hotel will appeal.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renata Andiara oliveira gonçalves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Arran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
You wouldn't expect it from outside, but it’s a nice, safe and a enjoyable hotel. We enjoyed it, including the location for sightseeing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made to feel welcome by Vladimir. Breakfast great and impressed by the lady who made our superb omlettes
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

leciane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very accommodating friendly the rooms very confertable I would staff again for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Marc Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Beverley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are very friendly & attentive. I would like to make a special mention to Sasha on reception who booked a tour for me which took a while due to coomunications issues with the tour operator, not Sasha. I think we focus too much on leaky showers etc & not enough on the hotel staff who really go out of their way to make their guests feel valued.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Wonderful and helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

prarthana

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service
Quiet hotel in busy area, staff could be more helpful (not sure if it was communication issue or attitude but were unable to get help with basic things)
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebrahim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property is located in poor downtown neighbourhoods also inside property is like 5 star resort but out side a bit challenging to walk around. We enjoyed staying there but try to be in hotel by 7 pm .
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing AC
This hotel is very well located in the heart of Rio de Janeiro. Upon arrival it was very hot outside, and I was delighted that the room came with fantastic AC to immediately cool down. The WiFi was fine, as was the restaurant. With the canaval happening, this hotel was a nice place to get away from the chaos
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Thiago Augusto, Rio de Janeiro

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

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my girlfriend spent the new years eve in Rio and we arrived a bit early to the hotel not aware we were ahead 3 hours from the UK. They took care of our bags while the room was being prepared. We have been provided with a great service from check in to check out!! Vladmir and Guilherme took care of us in the nicest possible way and and we loved the style of the hotel, the staff and the pool bar. The breakfast is nothing short of extraordinary with a great variety for every taste and lots of staff taking care of the room. Next time I am in Rio I will be back to Vila Galé! Also is very close to the great Lapa nightlife which is amazing and vibrant! Obrigado a todos. David e Liliana

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very nice hotel. The staff were very friendly, nice and helpful. We received the best service in the hotel from check in, check out, upload suitcases to Uber, at their restaurant, etc. The shower was excellent. The hot water came on instantaneously, almost as the Venetian hotel in LV. The price was right compared to the Hilton we just stayed before in rio.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felipe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service
Lovely hotel and excellent value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

HSI HSIEN

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sedman

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Jessica S

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was so noisy, echoing every sound from the hallway, including the elevator buttons being pressed. The room was shabby, with soiled curtains and a black mold growing in the rim of the sink.

8/10 Good

Lucia, New Haven

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Nice Bathroom
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
12:00 PM
Star Rating
4.5