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Our top choices for Cidade Universitária hotels

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1. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cidade Universitária
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,160 reviews)
"Very nice staff and appropriate room for a night with yummy complementary breakfast."
United States
Marissa
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
Outdoor pool

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, (862 reviews)
"Extremely comfortable bed and pillows, helpful staff and lovely view from rooftop swimming pool."
United Kingdom
Helen
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
Front of property

3. Linx Galeão by Wish

Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,047 reviews)
"Great location and professional staff. I will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Linx Galeão by Wish
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

4. 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, (715 reviews)
"The room was absolutely spotless and was the perfect stay for vacation. "
United States
Jailene
The price is €45
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte
Outdoor pool

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, (1,005 reviews)
"The rooms were good and the staff was excellent."
Canada
Shaun
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
Reception hall

6. Saionara Hotel

Saionara Hotel
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (957 reviews)
"Have stayed here before. Nice hotel with free parking and good breakfast."
United States
Lars
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Saionara Hotel
Free daily full breakfast

7. Matiz Multi Suítes

Matiz Multi Suítes
3.5 star property
10.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (489 reviews)
"It was a decent hotel"
United States
Deshawn
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
Matiz Multi Suítes
Dining

8. Downtown Santana Hotel

Downtown Santana Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (61 reviews)
"No cuentan con secadoras de cabello"
Mexico
Diana Verónica
The price is €24
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Downtown Santana Hotel
Reception

9. Hotel Art Lapa

Hotel Art Lapa
3.0 star property
Lapa, 7.2 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"It was a great location in Lapa"
United States
Ana Sofia
The price is €32
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hotel Art Lapa
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

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, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice and the staff was really friendly. The room was a little basic but it was spacious and there was nothing really to complain about!"
United States
David
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
Restaurant

11. Hotel Villa Rica

Hotel Villa Rica
3.5 star property
Lapa, 7.8 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy check in process. Clean room and very helpfull reception staff."
Canada
EDUARDO
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Hotel Villa Rica
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

12. H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
11.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (999 reviews)
"Great service and very professional staff. Excellent breakfast."
United States
Eumara
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
H Niteroi Hotel
Property amenity

13. 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, (1,439 reviews)
"I liked the location a short walk from the ocean also right next to a mall and restaurants ."
United States
Jose
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

14. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 7.8 km from Cidade Universitária
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,023 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly front desk staff."
United States
William
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
14 Aug - 15 Aug
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
Exterior

15. Windsor Florida Hotel

Windsor Florida Hotel
4.0 star property
Flamengo, 8.8 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,063 reviews)
"Great breakfast and good location."
United States
Wilton
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Windsor Florida Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool loungers

16. Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
5.0 star property
Botafogo, 10 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great service in the roof bar area, menu options good and quality of food very good. Breakfast has a large choice of quality food."
United Kingdom
Jason
The price is €139
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

17. 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, (1,113 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Reception

18. Royal Regency Palace Hotel

Royal Regency Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Catete, 8.8 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,257 reviews)
"Room cleaning could be better. Our sheets had some stains. Overall the staff was supper nice!"
Canada
Christabel
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Royal Regency Palace Hotel
Lobby

19. Arosa Rio Hotel

Arosa Rio Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6.6 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful Place! Clean and the rooms smell so good. Location was great to attend the Carnival. "
United States
Zayda
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
21 Aug - 22 Aug
Arosa Rio Hotel
View from property

20. Américas Granada Hotel

Américas Granada Hotel
3.5 star property
Lapa, 6.9 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,832 reviews)
"Great hotel very central "
United States
Michael
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Américas Granada Hotel
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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 beach, water reflections, and a hill in the background.

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 beach with people, umbrellas, and a large mountain 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 cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

Leblon

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.

Top Cidade Universitária Hotel Reviews

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

10/10 Excellent
"Great location on Copacabana beach. Old school charm. Solid breakfast buffet"
Greg 4-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

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.