What is São Cristóvão like?

São Cristóvão is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its zoo, architecture and parks. Make sure that you visit Morro de Sao Januario and Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum as part of your São Cristóvão travel plans.

How many hotels will I be able to find in São Cristóvão?

When you want to put your feet up after a day of exploring the sights in Rio de Janeiro, you can choose from 16 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in São Cristóvão.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in São Cristóvão, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals in São Cristóvão.

What can I see and do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the natural setting of São Cristóvão with a visit to Quinta da Boa Vista and Morro de Sao Januario. As you're discovering the neighbourhood, Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum and Museu do Primeiro Reinado are some other places worth a visit. Estádio Ronaldo Luís Nazário de Lima, Garage Grindhouse and São Januário Stadium are just a few of the places to visit in and around São Cristóvão. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre or CADEG.

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A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a small table with a vase.

1. Colinna Hostel

São Cristóvão

Patricia

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious room with a wooden staircase, a wooden bench, and a white pillar.

2. Hotel São Cristóvão

São Cristóvão

Jesús

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

3. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

1.4 km from São Cristóvão

Mary

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.

4. Saionara Hotel

1.6 km from São Cristóvão

Lars

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

1.7 km from São Cristóvão

Valeria

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

6. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 3.7 km from São Cristóvão

Guadalupe

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a sign that reads "BOMODIA".

7. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

5.9 km from São Cristóvão

GERISNALDO

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

8. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 4.1 km from São Cristóvão

Ariel

includes taxes & fees

17 Oct - 18 Oct

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

9. ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America

5.8 km from São Cristóvão

Alex

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lobby with a staircase, red chairs, and a large red pillar.

10. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.3 km from São Cristóvão

roderick

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A modern restaurant interior with a high ceiling, a mountain mural, and a staircase.

11. Rede Andrade Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.6 km from São Cristóvão

Georgina J

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a prominent building with a purple-lit facade.

12. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa, 3.9 km from São Cristóvão

agin

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

13. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.9 km from São Cristóvão

Deron J

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A building facade with a storefront labeled "ART LAPA" at number 200.

14. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa, 4.2 km from São Cristóvão

Andrew

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

15. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 5.1 km from São Cristóvão

megillo

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

16. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa, 4 km from São Cristóvão

Dorota

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

17. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 5.7 km from São Cristóvão

roderick

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

18. Windsor Florida Hotel

Flamengo, 5.4 km from São Cristóvão

gleice

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

19. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 5.2 km from São Cristóvão

Thiago

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items, a salad bowl, and a sign indicating a mix of salads.

20. B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

6.9 km from São Cristóvão

HEBER

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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Where to stay in São Cristóvão

Find the best São Cristóvão 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.

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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.

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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.

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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. Municipal Theater is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

Botafogo

Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.

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Top São Cristóvão Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean,housekeeping satisfactory and staff were very friendly"

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

10/10 Excellent

"Top class hotel on Copacabana beach. Huge bed with a nice room. Great location. Free beach chairs with umbrellas available to hotel guests. Great rooftop bar with a pool. I rate Copacabana beach more highly than the close by Ipanema ( a short walk away or even shorter e-scooter ride). Both beautiful but Copacabana has better beach bars!"

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

10/10 Excellent

"I had a wonderful stay at the Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana. From the moment I arrived, the service was excellent. The doormen were always so helpful getting me in and out of the car, which I really appreciated. The restaurant was excellent, and the service there was consistently attentive and professional. I also have to give a special mention to the room service. It was spot on every single time — my orders were always accurate, delivered promptly, and the staff were so friendly, kind, and always arrived with a smile. That really stood out to me during my stay. The hotel and my room were very clean and beautifully maintained. I also had a gorgeous view of the beach, which made the stay feel even more special. The bed was incredibly comfortable, and I slept very well as far as the comfort of the room itself. The only downside was the outside noise. There was quite a bit of street noise, as well as noise coming from the military facility across the street. I realize this really isn’t the hotel’s fault and is simply part of the location, but it is something to be aware of if you are a light sleeper. Overall, I had a very positive experience. The kindness and professionalism of the staff, the excellent service, the food, the cleanliness, the beautiful beach view, and the comfort of the room made my stay very enjoyable. I would absolutely stay at the Fairmont again."

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Our top choices for São Cristóvão hotels

1. Colinna Hostel

2. Hotel São Cristóvão

3. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

4. Saionara Hotel

5. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

6. Hotel Monte Alegre

7. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

8. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

9. ibis Rio de Janeiro Shopping Nova America

10. Arosa Rio Hotel

11. Rede Andrade Lapa

12. Américas Granada Hotel

13. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

14. Hotel Art Lapa

15. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

16. Casa Nova Hotel

17. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

18. Windsor Florida Hotel

19. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

20. B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

Where to stay in São Cristóvão

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Botafogo

Top São Cristóvão Hotel Reviews

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