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Our top choices for Cidade Universitária hotels

A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Linx Galeão by Wish

Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,079 reviews)
"Great location and professional staff. I will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is HK$1,066
HK$1,120 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Linx Galeão by Wish
A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

2. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (900 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mary
The price is HK$804
HK$928 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
A sunlit deck with two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a glass-enclosed view of a body of water and distant landscape.

3. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (460 reviews)
"Parking"
United States
Valeria
The price is HK$632
HK$664 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico
A modern building with a prominent 'ibis budget' sign, a central courtyard with a fountain, and palm trees surrounding the area.

4. ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America

ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
5 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Mall is great 👍"
Canada
Alex
The price is HK$584
HK$613 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

5. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Windsor Guanabara Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6.4 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Good location in centro close to Saara but also clean and comfortable."
United States
Ariel
The price is HK$678
HK$779 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a buffet.

6. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cidade Universitária
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,233 reviews)
"Well located with 24 hrs transfer available"
Canada
Julie
The price is HK$943
HK$991 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.

7. Saionara Hotel

Saionara Hotel
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Have stayed here before. Nice hotel with free parking and good breakfast."
United States
Lars
The price is HK$491
HK$515 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Saionara Hotel
A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "BOMODIA".

8. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
3.0 star property
4.9 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,008 reviews)
"Great area. Right by the mall"
United States
GERISNALDO
The price is HK$350
HK$367 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A buffet setup with various food items, a salad bowl, and a sign indicating a mix of salads.

9. B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
3.0 star property
6.7 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (753 reviews)
"I didn’t like the fact that the entrance had a group of people singing, drinking etc"
United States
HEBER
The price is HK$439
HK$461 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

10. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
4.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.1 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great hotel! I will definitely stay there again. Clean, quiet, great restaurant!"
United States
Kenneth
The price is HK$801
HK$841 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

11. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 8.5 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,485 reviews)
"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"
United States
Marcos
The price is HK$899
HK$944 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
A buffet with various food items and a fruit display.

12. Matiz Multi Suítes

Matiz Multi Suítes
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (514 reviews)
"It was a decent hotel"
United States
Deshawn
The price is HK$593
HK$623 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Matiz Multi Suítes
A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

13. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.6 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
megillo
The price is HK$617
HK$648 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

14. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.7 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,177 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is HK$420
HK$441 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

15. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Windsor Asturias Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.4 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I loved it! Very clean and the breakfast simply perfect!!!!"
United States
Larissa
The price is HK$678
HK$779 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Windsor Asturias Hotel
A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

16. Casa Nova Hotel

Casa Nova Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 7.2 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing!"
Australia
Dorota
The price is HK$453
HK$476 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Casa Nova Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a view of distant mountains.

17. Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias

Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias
3.0 star property
10.6 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Staff were very kind and helpful. The suite was clean and comfortable."
Canada
Gloria
The price is HK$522
HK$548 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Mont Blanc Suites Duque de Caxias
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a prominent building with a purple-lit facade.

18. Américas Granada Hotel

Américas Granada Hotel
3.5 star property
Lapa, 6.9 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,921 reviews)
"The breakfast buffet was nice, everyday, some different food items were served"
United States
agin
The price is HK$440
HK$484 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Américas Granada Hotel
A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

19. Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel Monte Alegre
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 7 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,098 reviews)
"A very good budget hotel. For the price was excellent. Would stay again."
United States
Onsby
The price is HK$270
HK$284 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hotel Monte Alegre
A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

20. Hotel OK

Hotel OK
3.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.4 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,231 reviews)
"I recommend, is very nice place to stay!"
United States
Wagner
The price is HK$388
HK$407 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hotel OK
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Where to stay in Cidade Universitária

Find the best Cidade Universitária areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain and beach.

Copacabana

Mingle with the local residents on one of the world’s most famous beaches, admire art deco buildings and party until dawn in this effervescent neighborhood.

A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

Ipanema

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

A coastal cityscape with high-rise buildings, a river, and mountains in the background.

Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro’s longest beach, a sprawling shopping mall and some of the city’s best seafood restaurants and bars await in this relaxed neighborhood.

A plaza with a grand building featuring a golden eagle statue, surrounded by lush trees and people walking.

Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Municipal Theater is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.

Top Cidade Universitária Hotel Reviews

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

8/10 Good
"everything was very nice and the staff was great, other than the front desk staff getting an extra $50 from me for a room upgrade (better view) and ended up giving me the same room that i initially reserved!"
Eddie 4-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cidade Universitária?
Cidade Universitária is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums. Are you looking for Cidade Universitária travel tips? Make sure that you visit Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade while you're in the neighbourhood.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cidade Universitária, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Cidade Universitária.
What is there to do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Cidade Universitária are Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as UFRJ Technology Park or Fiocruz Museum of Life.

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