Does CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. The swimming pool will be closed during the summer.

How much does it cost to stay at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa on 9 Nov 2025 start from €171.55, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

Does CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of BRL 250 per vehicle applies.

Where is CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa located?

Located in Joatinga, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Joatinga Beach and Tijuca National Park. Ilha Da Gigoia and Praia dos Amores are also within 3 miles (5 km).

CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

10/10 Excellent

niosha

4 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Marcello was very attentive and kind. He arranged for a boat tour for us which was amazing. Breakfasts were excellent and view is spectacular.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

19 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The view is amazing. Marcello was really nice!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

3 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Excellent staff. Made us feel like home. Wonderful view

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

17 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

CLIFFSIDE Boutique hotel

The hotel originally was a home . It’s a great experience , Sitting on cliffs between Rio and Barra . The staff are fantastic and very help full .

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

18 Jul 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Ive stayed in many different places all over the world and I truly have to say that this is the overall best hotel Ive ever stayed at. Let me breakdown why. So, first of all, there is the actual house, which is basically a work of art. Then there's the location of the house which is on a cliff with stunning views in a very safe and beautiful neighborhood. Then after all of that, which would sell me on a place already, then comes the best part of the experience at cliffside which is the people that work there. Any need you have, any information about Rio you're curious about, the staff and the owner there are always on hand to help you. Ive never felt so taken care of at an accommodation before. So I just want to say thank you to everyone at cliffside and to the reader of this review who's never been there, book it!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nelson

5 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Best stay yet

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

24 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Truly a Cliffside Retreat

Marcello and his staff were excellent Friendly, attentive and helpful. Marcello is constantly working on upgrading the house - so things can only get even better.......

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augusto Gil

28 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Impecável

Nossa estadia no Cliffside foi incrível. A começar pela casa, em si, que é maravilhosa, bem pensada em cada detalhe, das vistas à decoração. A equipe é incrivelmente prestativa, atenciosa e dedicada. Queremos destacar em especial o atendimento do Bruno, que foi um querido desde que chegamos. Luana e Marcelo também nos receberam muito bem, e foram muito gentis, nos atenderam em tudo que precisamos. Até no momento que fomos pra praia fomos surpreendidos com uma carona do Tiago. Percebe-se o empenho que os proprietários vem fazendo em realizar melhorias constantes, respeitando a preservação da memória da casa, que, além de ser uma construção histórica, do seu valor arquitetônico, tem todo um valor cultural pelo histórico de sua ocupação também. Ficamos na suíte Elis Regina, que é a menor do hotel, e foi muito confortável e agradável. Curtir a vista das áreas externas, os diferentes cantinhos disponíveis para sentar e relaxar, foi muito especial. O café da manhã também foi sensacional, tudo muito fresco e caprichado. Queremos agradecer muito e recomendamos a estadia de olhos fechados!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elton

14 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Cuidado e atenção individualizada… atendimento da Chef espetacular, assim como a comida que ela preparou para nós

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

25 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Had a wonderful time with a spectacular view! Staff at the property provided great service and I will be booking another stay soon.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris

15 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Incredible views, rooms, and chef.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

18 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best, retreat in Rio!!

There will never be another place. I would like to stay to get away from people other than the place that I stayed in the room that I stayed at this hotel. It's not a hotel. It's a home with staff with people that treat you so well that you will regret the day that you have to leave. The ownership has done a great job. See you soon

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

19 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This hotel was tranquil and the view were truly incredible! This is a hidden gem and a must stay if you're visiting Rio!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

18 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming service with stunning views

An incredible overnight stay in the green heart of the city, to celebrate our 25th anniversary, listening to the crashing waves. We enjoyed an excellent dinner paired with our wine, and personalized breakfast with breathtaking views. Outstanding and welcoming seevice

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

18 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Welcoming service with stunning views

An incredible overnight stay in the green heart of the city, to celebrate our 25th anniversary, listening to the crashing waves. We enjoyed an excellent dinner paired with our favorite wine, and personalized breakfast with breathtaking views. Outstanding and welcoming seevice

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao G

6 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente hospedagem

Lugar fantástico. O quarto que reservamos estava em obras, nos deram um upgrade para a suíte principal, que é incrível. Recomendo.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

FELIPE

23 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

O local é maravilhoso, literalmente um refúgio dentro da cidade do RJ. Mesmo para nós que moramos aqui. Toda a equipe é super acolhedora e atenciosa. A comida e o café da manhã são nota 10! Todo atendimento da cozinha é bem personalizado. Só passamos um dia na casa. E queremos voltar outro dia, com mais calma. Dormir e acordar com o som das ondas batendo nas pedras, é algo maravilhoso.

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Oscar

22 Jul 2023

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disappointing Experience - Not Recommended for a 5

This hotel fell short of expectations. It's not a 5-star venue but an old house with accessibility issues. Maintenance problems and limited staff availability left us dissatisfied. The location wasn't as convenient as advertised. Not recommended for short visits or couples. Issues Faced: Pushy Check-in: Manager Paulo tried to upsell a pricier room at check-in, which was uncomfortable. We were just eager to settle in our room. Room Concerns: Standard room lacked windows and garden view. Upgraded room had maintenance issues, noise, and inadequate insulation. Uncomfortable mattresses. Unreliable Breakfast: Daily delays in breakfast delivery. This was especially inconvenient on the day of our departure when I had informed them in advance of my early check-out time. The chef assured me there wouldn't be a problem, but when the morning arrived, there was no one available at the hotel when I needed to leave. Deceptive Practices: Another disappointing aspect of the hotel was the deceptive practices employed by the manager, Paulo. As the hotel is located in a gated community, I sought advice on transportation to the airport. Paulo informed me that calling an Uber was not possible due to the community's rules and offered the hotel's transfer service for a steep price of 250 reales. I ended up getting an uber for less than 70 reales. In conclusion, the hotel didn't meet our expectations. It's not worth a 5-star rating. For a better experience, consider other options.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BERNARDINO

16 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

TOP

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diandra

7 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

10/10 (:

Paolo, the property manager at the cliffside property, was exceptional. He was incredibly attentive to the needs of the tenants, and he made sure that our stay there was as easy and comfortable as possible. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns that we had, and he was always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied with all of our arrangements. Marcello, the owner, was equally impressive. He clearly took great care in the upkeep of the property, and it was evident in every detail. The property was beautifully landscaped and has a lovely history that made the stay even more enjoyable. Andre, the in-house chef, was truly a gem. He was easily one of the kindest and most welcoming people that I have ever met. He cooked with his heart, and it was evident in every dish that he prepared. Overall we loved it here! They always took the time to chat with us, and he was genuinely interested in getting to know us and making sure that we were happy with everything. It's not too far from Copa and Ipanema but just far enough. Would recommend it to anyone.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

24 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bossa nova dream

This place is a bossa nova dream come true. Has the feel of a lovely guest house…and can be very private if you get as lucky as we did.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

27 Aug 2022

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Um projeto em construção...

A casa é linda e a vista espetacular. Mas ainda é um projeto em desenvolvimento. Não tem piscina, pois esta foi transformada em um lago com peixes (há quem goste de nadar com os peixes). Não existe um serviço personalizado e sofisticado que parecia ter. No quarto havia duas pias e só havia toalha em uma delas. Aliás, praticamente não há staff. As opções de refeição (jantar) são limitadas e muito simples, embora o chef seja muito atencioso e queira ajudar. Café da manhã com pães muito ruins. O preço é desproporcional para o que é ofertado. Mas todas as pessoas são muito simpáticas.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emil

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

My entire experience was amazing to say the least. The owner is welcoming and greeted me upon arrival. The personal chef is exceptional. It’s located in a gated community and the view is exceptional. I’d give it 10 stars if I could.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leandro

23 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

.. o hôtel ta de parabens e parabens ainda mais pela atenção e receptividade do André .. que esteve sempre solicito .. carnaval talvez esteja voltando .. ate a próxima

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tadeu

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excelente.

Eu acho o Cliffside uma das melhores hospedagens que você pode encontrar no Rio. Precisa estar de carro, porque você fica mais isolado no Joá, mas disparado com a melhor vista da cidade, numa casa histórica e com um atendimento impecável.

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

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