Experience the exhilaration of a race-day meeting at Gávea Hippodrome. See hooves flying and hear the crowds roar as the horses and jockeys sprint toward the finish line.

You'll find this horse racing venue in Lagoa. Once you've explored everything you want to at Gávea Hippodrome, consider visiting nearby Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Stadium.

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Arena Copacabana Hotel

Copacabana

$1,072

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Nov 8 - Nov 15

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Nice place in front of the beach

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2025

Hotel Arpoador

Ipanema

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$1,370

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Nov 13 - Nov 16

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

8.8/10 Excellent! (816 reviews)

Best hotel at Arpoador area. I booked a room with an ocean view. Totally worth it. Really enjoyed my stay. Thanks.

Reviewed on Sep 15, 2025

Ipanema Inn

Ipanema

$1,371

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Nov 8 - Nov 15

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

The room, the staff and the neighborhood around it plus the access to the beach makes it a perfect spot if you’re in Ipanema. There was construction next door so it got really loud sometimes especially when you want to enjoy a meal and coffee on the patio.

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

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