If you're spending a while in Gavea, Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro is an interesting place to start your sightseeing. This modern university is one of numerous attractions worth seeing here. Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf Mountain, and Maracanã Stadium are also waiting to be explored nearby.

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CDesign Hotel

Recreio dos Bandeirantes

$1,073

per person

Jan 31 - Feb 6

found 14 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Great customer service from very friendly staff.

Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025

Hotel Arpoador

Ipanema

$1,154

per person

Jan 26 - Jan 30

found 19 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

8.8/10 Excellent! (838 reviews)

Excellent hotel on Ipanema beach. Friendly and helpful staff, excellent restaurant and bar and clean and comfortable rooms. The perfect place to stay in Ipanema.

Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025

Hotel Villa Rica

Lapa

$1,670

per person

Feb 16 - Feb 20

found 10 hours ago

Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Rio de Janeiro (RIO)

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)

Good location - close to Lapa, Gloria and Cinelândia. You can walk to Flamengo beach and Gloria Marina for a boat ride. The rooms are basic but comfortable and the shower is hot with excellent water pressure. The breakfast is good.

Reviewed on Jun 9, 2025

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