Zona Sul

Travel Guide

Zona Sul
Copacabana Beach which includes mist or fog, a sandy beach and a sunset
Copacabana Beach featuring general coastal views, a beach and a sunset
Sao Conrado Beach which includes a beach
Copacabana Beach featuring a sandy beach and a coastal town

Where to stay in Zona Sul

Copacabana featuring a beach, mountains and a coastal town

Copacabana

4/5(169 area reviews)

Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

Copacabana
Ipanema showing markets as well as a large group of people

Ipanema

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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Leblon

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Botafogo

4/5(6 area reviews)

Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

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Flamengo

Well liked for its beaches and breweries, Flamengo is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Catete Palace and Flamengo Beach, and jump on the metro at Flamengo Station to get around the city.

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Catete

You might enjoy the beaches while in Catete. Largo do Machado is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Largo do Machado Station or Catete Station to see more of the city.

Catete
Hotel Atlântico Rio

Hotel Atlântico Rio

3.5 out of 5
Rua Xavier da Silveira, 112, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$307 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
HK$307
HK$339 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the clean ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,171 reviews)
"Property staff was really friendly, was told TV channels worked however from around 30 channels only 10 or 15 max worked with a questionable quality. Breakfast option was limited but absolutely delicious. Room was as expected, only thing is that bathroom door was kinda rotten from one corner due ..."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Hotel Atlântico Rio
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

5 out of 5
Avenida Atlantica, 1020, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is HK$1,249 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
HK$1,249
HK$1,454 total
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,021 reviews)
"Great rooftop pool with a killer view. Rooms are nice but the AC didn't work the first night. Gym is ok but undersized and under equipped for a hotel that size. Breakfast is good, not great. Friendly staff. Overall good experience and value , but wouldn't call it 5 star"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Hotel Arpoador

Hotel Arpoador

4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (801 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel and location. I recommend the hotel Arpoador to everyone going to Rio. I loved it so much I left another hotel and came back for my last night in Rio. It’s worth every penny, oceanfront and town views."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hotel Arpoador
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
7.6/10 Good! (28 reviews)
"Nice spot in Copacabana"

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29

Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29

2.5 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
"Nice little apartment"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

Carvalho de Mendonça 13-29
10 minutos da praia de Ipanema - AC1007

10 minutos da praia de Ipanema - AC1007

2.5 out of 5
R. Alberto de Campos, 10, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi. Popular attractions Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach are located nearby.
10 minutos da praia de Ipanema - AC1007
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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