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Our top choices for Cidade Universitária hotels

A modern building with a prominent 'ibis budget' sign, a central courtyard with a fountain, and palm trees surrounding the area.

1. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Mall is great 👍"
Canada
Alex
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "BOMODIA".

2. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Great area. Right by the mall"
United States
GERISNALDO
The price is €42
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America
A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

3. 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, (884 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mary
The price is €98
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a bar area, and a buffet.

4. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
3.0 star property
5.8 km from Cidade Universitária
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,200 reviews)
"Well located with 24 hrs transfer available"
Canada
Julie
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão
A sunlit deck with two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a glass-enclosed view of a body of water and distant landscape.

5. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico
4.0 star property
4.5 km from Cidade Universitária
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (456 reviews)
"Parking"
United States
Valeria
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico
A hotel with a swimming pool, multiple floors, and outdoor seating areas.

6. Linx Galeão by Wish

Linx Galeão by Wish
3.0 star property
5.2 km from Cidade Universitária
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,063 reviews)
"Great location and professional staff. I will stay there again."
United States
John
The price is €140
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Linx Galeão by Wish
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, (988 reviews)
"Have stayed here before. Nice hotel with free parking and good breakfast."
United States
Lars
The price is €53
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Saionara Hotel
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

8. 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, (1,013 reviews)
"Good location in centro close to Saara but also clean and comfortable."
United States
Ariel
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
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, (737 reviews)
"I didn’t like the fact that the entrance had a group of people singing, drinking etc"
United States
HEBER
The price is €50
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 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, (1,008 reviews)
"The only downside to this property was the location. The surrounding area was very dirty and felt unsafe especially after dark. But the actual property was great, nice breakfast with a lot of options. Several of the staff spoke English which was very helpful."
United States
Joe
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

11. 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, (1,137 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is €48
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
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, (502 reviews)
"It was a decent hotel"
United States
Deshawn
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Matiz Multi Suítes
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a large abstract painting, a sectional sofa, and a decorative floor pattern.

13. 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, (1,273 reviews)
"A place to be and enjoy"
United States
MARCIA
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Royal Regency Palace Hotel
A rooftop pool with a view of a cityscape at dusk, including illuminated buildings and a distant mountain.

14. H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
11.6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great staff and best house keeping!!"
United States
Christian
The price is €128
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
H Niteroi Hotel
A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

15. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff"
United States
megillo
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

16. 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, (1,457 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
roderick
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

17. Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel Monte Alegre
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 7 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,043 reviews)
"A very good budget hotel. For the price was excellent. Would stay again."
United States
Onsby
The price is €33
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hotel Monte Alegre
A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Windsor Florida Hotel

Windsor Florida Hotel
4.0 star property
Flamengo, 8.8 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,121 reviews)
"Staff was super friendly"
United States
gleice
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Windsor Florida Hotel

19. 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, (1,092 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly front desk staff."
United States
William
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
A buffet with various food items and utensils.

20. Downtown Santana Hotel

Downtown Santana Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 6 km from Cidade Universitária
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"10/10"
Mexico
Brayan Axel
The price is €23
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Downtown Santana 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 modern architectural structure with a unique design, a pool, and a waterfront setting.

Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio 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

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.

Top Cidade Universitária Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent
"Room were with lots of space the entire surroundings in this hotel is much better The many of the ocean front hotels in Copacabana."
Sidney Jared 1-night trip
Posted 15 hours ago
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

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.