The Rio de Janeiro Guesthouse

Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro 22080-010
Brazil

http://www.rioguesthouse.com

Phone: +55-21-25218568
Cellular: +55-21-87990007

General Information

Located at the south end of Copacabana beach, near Ipanema, the Rio de Janeiro Guesthouse is a 1400 square meter (15,000 sq ft) penthouse with 6 suites, covering 2 complete levels of a 1940’s art deco beach frontage apartment complex. The guesthouse includes panoramic views of Copacabana beach, Sugarloaf and Fort Copacabana and one of the best location´s in Rio to view the fireworks on New Year’s Eve. The Rio de Janeiro Guesthouse offers travelers an experience that is highly personal and unique.

The Rio de Janeiro Guesthouse includes a terrace of over 100 square meters with BBQ, with an emphasis on comfort, relaxed living, in an ambience of fine antiquities and friendly Brazilian hospitality.

Wifi Internet and Business center facilities are the equivelant of major hotels, with 6Mb/sec wireless internet, color laser printer, fax, telephone avaialable.

Room Rates (USD American Dollars)

All occupancy rates are subject to change
  • Accommodations: Suites
  • There are 6 guest accommodations (6 with private baths)
  • Single occupancy rate is between $ 180.00 and $ 290.00
  • Double occupancy rate is between $ 220.00 and $ 310.00
  • The rate for each additional person is between $ 60.00 and $ 80.00
  • Other Accommodations: Rooms
    All rates include: Brazilian Tropical breakfast, Internet wireless, Electronic safety box, Beach towels, filtered water, tea and coffee any time.
    Rates shown in US dollars based upon 3 night minimum stay. 10% Service tax not included in price.
    We accept payment in Brazilian Real, US dollars, Euros, and Pound Sterling based on exchange rates of the day

Amenities

In Room
  • Air conditioning
  • Alarm clock
  • Board games
  • Ceiling fans
  • Coffee/Tea facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Board
  • Wi-Fi
On Site
  • BBQ grill
  • CD player
  • Computer
  • DVD Player
  • Data port
  • Fax Machine
  • Internet Service
  • Library
  • Private entrance
  • Radio
  • Satellite/Cable TV
  • TV
  • TV Video games
  • Telephone
  • Videos
  • Washer/dryer

Other Amenities: Visiting membership to Flamengo club, Skype Calls, Sony Home Theatre & 46" LCD TV, Wine Cellar & extensive bar, WiFi Network 6Mb/sec, Maid Service

Meals

  • A Brasilian breakfast is included with room rate
  • Breakfast is served from: 8:30 am - 10:30 am
  • Breakfast is served in the Balcony, Breakfast/dining area, Dining Room
  • Lunch is available by special request
  • Dinner is available by special request
  • Additional food services included in room rate: Afternoon tea, Fruit, Non-alcoholic beverage
  • Special meals available: Low Fat, Restricted, Vegetarian
  • Our signature dish is Asparagus and Mushroom Risotto
    We have a number of signature meals we prepare with our guests on occasions, including:
    * Asparagus and Mushroom Risotto
    * Various Thai Curries & soups
    * Mixed Seafood & Pasta dishes
    * BBQ Argentinian beef & salads
    * Wood fired oven dishes including Tandoori chicken

Policies

  • Minimum stay required (During Xmas, New Year & Carnivale: 7 nights min, other times 3 nights minimum.)
  • Smoking is allowed outside only
  • We cannot accommodate guest pets
  • Limitations on children staying
  • No childcare is provided
  • Consumption of alcohol is permitted
  • Deposit amount required (50% non refundable deposit required during Xmas / New year and Carnivale paid 30 days in advance.)
  • Check in time is Open- call! and Check out time is 12:00 Middday
  • Cancellations:
    Deposits are non-refundable, but maybe postponed in emergency situations outside of packaged offerings for Carnivale and New Year.
Discounts available:
 10%7 night discount except during New Year/CarnivaleMinimum stay: 7 days

Property Features

Property Noted For
  • Business Travellers
  • Couples & Honeymoons
  • First Time visitors to Brasil
  • Single women travellers
  • Travellers who need help with Portuguese
  • Antiques/decor
  • Business travel
  • Economical rates
  • Excellent views
  • Family Travel
  • Gay / Lesbian Travel
  • Gourmet food
  • Honeymoons
  • Luxury
  • Romantic escape
  • Weddings
Establishment Type
  • Luxury Apartment - Penthouse
  • Private Home Bed and Breakfast

Property Details

  • Architectural style is Brasilian Art Deco
  • Built in 1940
  • Opened for business in 1999
  • Restored / Remodeled in 1999
  • Access for the disabled is limited
  • Parking is not available

Location

  • Location is best described as: Beachside, Oceanside, Tropical
  • Nearest major city: Rio de Janeiro (6 miles)
  • Directions to property:
    Take taxi from Centro Rio de Janeiro to Ave Atlantica in Copacabana (the main beachfront avenue of Copacabana). We are at the southern end of Copacabana beach near Posto 6, Arpoador and Ipanema.
  • Nearest major airport: SDU 6 miles
  • Directions from airport:
    Take taxi from International or Domestic Airport to Ave Atlantica in Copacabana (the main beachfront avenue of Copacabana). We are at the southern end of Copacabana beach.

Innkeepers

  • Innkeeper(s): Marta and John
    Fine wine and food, Rio de Janeiro and its history, Brasilian culture, music, antiques, Carnivale and the whole "carioca" way of life.
  • The innkeepers speak: Portuguese, English, German, Italian, Spanish

Area Attractions

Antique Shopping, Art Galleries, Beach, Gourmet/Fine Dining, Historical interests, National/State parks, Nature area, Ocean

Onsite or Nearby Activities

Bicycle rental, Bicycles, Hiking trails, Bicycles to rent, On premise BBQ faciltiies, Shopping, Sight-seeing, Swimming, Water sports