Sao Francisco hotels, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil: Rio de Janeiro Hotel Guide

A coastal city with a bay, mountains, and a bridge in the distance.

Change your mind
Book hotels with free cancellation
Treat yourself
Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels
Sign in
Be picky
Search almost a million properties worldwide

Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Find the best Sao Francisco 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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

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.

See properties

Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Monte Alegre

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay here! Its definitely downtown, so there is a lot of movement, but I prefer that type of place! The staff were very helpful."

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

8/10 Good

"Great location and fantastic views, hard to beat for the setting. The building is a bit dated and the maintenance could be kept up a bit better, but apart from that it was a great stay and I’d definitely recommend it. One tip: upgrade to a luxury room for the VIP check-in and check-out, and have breakfast/brunch up on level 30 rather than level 3. Level 3 looked like a bit of a zoo, whereas level 30 is far more relaxed. Well worth it."

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staying in this hotel was a good decision. Very good location, helped us to arrive to all points of interest in Rio Janeiro very fast, most of the time walkable distance, or with very low taxi expenses. Personal very kind and ready to help. Complimentary breakfast very nice with good options, just little crowded so make sure to arrive in time. The restaurant area, because so crowded, missed little bit more cleaning. Rooms were comfortable and pretty clean, with some minor damages like the door of the bathroom not able to close, but in general in pretty good conditions. The hotel also has a parking lot next to it, very convenient for us that rented a car to go to Arraial do Cabo. I definitely recommend the hotel."

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

10/10 Excellent

"First I've just want to give compliments to front desk Pedro and Felipe due to the extremely warmth way they both received us. We were staying just for one night and they both made sure we felt home. Hotel is well located and offer an of the chart breakfast. Pool is located on the roof with superb view. I will always recommend this hotel. Thank you for the awesome stay."

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

8/10 Good

"Good location and a staff that was, for the most part, friendly, professional, and attentive. Special thanks to Maria da Saúde and Rosângela from Housekeeping for taking such great care of our room, and to Renata at the Front Desk for her kindness, professionalism, and outstanding customer service. Unfortunately, our experience with Veronica, who appeared to be the Front Desk supervisor, was the complete opposite. From the moment we arrived, she barely acknowledged us, avoided even basic eye contact, and came across as dismissive and arrogant. Her attitude was not what we expected from a luxury hotel. We paid almost US$500 for an extra night simply to keep a room until the evening before our flight. Even then, after a nine-night stay, we were told we had to change rooms because ours was needed for another guest. It wasn’t the room change itself that was disappointing, but the complete lack of flexibility and consideration from management. Room 1234, especially the bathroom, is also in need of renovation and does not reflect the standards of a luxury hotel. While the staff made every effort to provide excellent service, the management’s handling of our stay fell well below the level of hospitality expected from the Fairmont brand."

Frequently asked questions

What is Sao Francisco like?

Sao Francisco is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Are you looking for Sao Francisco travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sao Francisco Beach and Icarai Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sao Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Sao Francisco.

What is there to do around this Niteroi neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Sao Francisco Beach, Icarai Beach and Praia de Charitas while you're in Sao Francisco. A visit to Guanabara Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora, Caio Martins Stadium and Centro Cultural La Salle are just a few of the places to visit in and around Sao Francisco. UFF Art Center and Praia do Cais are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Niteroi.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

Rio de Janeiro Holiday Rentals

Rio de Janeiro Hotel Guide. Hotels in Sao Francisco, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Change your mind

Treat yourself

Be picky

Check prices for these dates

Filter by

Our top choices for Sao Francisco hotels

Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

Linx Galeão by Wish

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

H Niteroi Hotel

Arena Ipanema Hotel

PortoBay Rio de Janeiro

Miramar by Windsor Copacabana

Ipanema Inn

Hotel Arpoador

Windsor Leme Hotel

Sol Ipanema Hotel

Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Matiz Multi Suítes

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

Arena Leme Hotel

Laghetto Stilo Barra

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro

Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Leblon

Botafogo

Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Hotel Monte Alegre

Frequently asked questions

Explore a world of travel with Expedia