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

A rooftop bar with a wooden deck, three blue bar stools, and a bar counter with various bottles and glasses.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and tables, overlooking a coastal view with a prominent mountain.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of a body of water.

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro

roderick

€101

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

A courtyard with white metal chairs and tables, surrounded by potted plants and palm trees.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden headboard, a door, and a window.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

2. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa

Onsby

€30

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A building with hanging planters and a well-maintained garden.

A reception area with a glass counter, a decorative bowl with fruits, and a person writing on a notepad.

A poolside bar with outdoor seating and a view of the pool area.

3. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Kenneth

€96

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

The Novotel hotel entrance with a modern facade, large pillars, and a Brazilian flag.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with a bathroom, two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

4. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

megillo

€74

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

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

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, a bar area with stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, white ottoman, and a TV mounted on a wooden slat wall.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large screen.

5. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa

Dorota

€53

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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

A buffet setup with various food items and a chef preparing food.

A modern rooftop terrace with seating and potted plants, offering a city view.

A hotel lobby with wooden shelves holding towels, a vase, and a bowl. There are exercise machines in the background.

6. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

Porto Maravilha

Mary

€103

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance at the base.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned floor, seating areas, and a reception desk.

7. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Ariel

€85

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

A beachside promenade with palm trees, beach umbrellas, and a tiled walkway.

The exterior of a hotel with a prominent 'ibis' sign, a glass entrance, and potted plants in front.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a green wall with an easel and poster.

8. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Thiago

€50

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A hotel reception area with a curved counter, a staircase, and a decorative iron gate.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a sink, and a view of the city.

9. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Edimar T

€64

includes taxes & fees

6 Nov - 7 Nov

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

A modern interior with a self-service beverage fridge stocked with bottled water, beer, and wine. There are black chairs and a table in the foreground, and a patterned wall in the background.

A multi-level interior with hanging spherical lights, potted plants, and patterned wall designs.

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant.

10. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa

Andrew

€30

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

A hotel hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and various informational signs.

A utility room with a large white cabinet labeled 'BEACH.BOX,' electrical panels, a green door, and a row of wooden stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a heater, a coat rack, and a door leading to another room.

11. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Brayan Axel

€24

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

An outdoor bar area with a high ceiling, bar stools, seating, and a TV screen.

A rooftop pool area with a bar and seating, surrounded by city buildings.

An outdoor patio area with a bar, seating, and a large screen for viewing.

12. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

roderick

€64

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, a large umbrella, and a cityscape view at night.

A tall hotel building with a modern glass facade and a sign reading "GRANADA HOTEL".

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by large windows offering city views.

13. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa

agin

€52

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A sunlit deck with two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a glass-enclosed view of a body of water and distant landscape.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamp, and a glass shower enclosure.

A modern restaurant with long communal tables, wooden chairs, and black pendant lights.

A hot tub with a control panel, set against a backdrop of a large window overlooking a body of water during sunset.

14. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

Porto Maravilha

Valeria

€73

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A traditional room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a decorative lamp.

15. Rio Palazzo

Santa Teresa

"Local perfeito para descansar e relaxar,é um lindo casarão antigo e conservado,com uma linda vista . O anfitrião é muito educado e prestativo ,ótimo para dar informações e tirar as dúvidas sobre a cidade ,simples e atencioso ,é um lugar antigo como das novelas de época ,para os românticos e sonhadores mais do que perfeito,bom para fugir um pouco do excesso de tecnologia. Deixo aqui a minha imensa satisfação com o excelente atendimento do começo ao final da minha estadia . O anfitrião se preocupa...

Marta

€60

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

A bakery counter with various pastries and desserts displayed in a glass case, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles and condiments.

A hotel lobby with marble walls, a chandelier, and two statues holding light fixtures.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of surrounding buildings.

16. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Wagner

€46

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

A restaurant with a distinctive awning and a large illuminated entrance.

17. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Larissa

€89

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A hotel lobby with a self-service beverage station, snack shelves, and a pastry display.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a blue wall with directional arrows.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated display cases, and shelves with snacks and plants.

18. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

John

€49

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical foliage.

A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a ceiling with a hanging light fixture. There are doors with shutters on either side, and a table with a vase on the right.

A balcony with wooden flooring and two black chairs, a white building with decorative trim, and a tree in the background.

A modern living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table with a vase and a book, and two framed pictures on the wall.

19. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

Santa Teresa

Frank

€94

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A couple dining at a table with a view of mountains and a hammock in the background.

A room with a grey sofa, a wooden shelf with clothes, and a black door.

A person sitting on a bed with a tray of breakfast items including bread, eggs, and hot dogs.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and a shelf with cups. A bench and a chair are visible, and the room has a 'COZY HOUSE' sign on the wall.

20. Cozy House

Santa Teresa

Karla America

€93

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

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Holiday Rentals in Zona Central

Apartment

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black countertop, and a built-in oven.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a small woven stool.

A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a potted plant, and a suitcase.

A gym with exercise equipment, a blue exercise ball, and a wall-mounted mirror.

RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"The rooms were clean, everything was great and in working condition. Specially the staff was very friendly and helpful,"

Apartment

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A library with wooden bookshelves, a round table, and several chairs.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

360 Rio Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Convenient, affordable room to stay. But most of the stores nearby are closed on weekend."

Aparthotel

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'ELOHIM RESIDENTIAL,' potted plants, a doormat, and a tiled floor.

A modern living room with a round dining table, chairs, a TV, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a framed picture of a tram on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a black countertop, white cabinets, and a marble backsplash.

Elohim Residencial

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area"

Apartment

An infinity pool with a city view, a lounge area with a table and chairs, and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a pool table, wooden furniture, and large windows.

A modern gym with treadmills, an elliptical, and a wall with motivational quote.

A modern outdoor dining area with a bar, seating, and a view of the city skyline.

Lobie Bueno Studios Lifestyle

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Clean and tidy room with the necessities for a comfortable stay. The added convenience of the on site self service shop for drinks/snacks etc was a nice touch. Check-in was simple and easy. Would recommend."

Apartment

A grand interior with a central glass dome ceiling, multiple dining areas, and a reflective floor.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain, numerous boats in the harbor, and a mix of urban and natural landscapes.

A covered outdoor area with columns, a metal fence, and a parked car.

A large, open atrium with a grid-like ceiling structure and colorful stained glass panels on the walls.

Lapinha 40 graus

Lapa

"I had a great time the staff is cool and respectful I felt like I was on my own apartament I think I will be coming back again me and my kids."

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A crowded outdoor event with a large dragon float and performers.

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

8.4/10 (826 reviews)

Catch an event at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A historic building with arches and a modern skyscraper in the background.

Arcos da Lapa

8.2/10 (420 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you spend time at Arcos da Lapa. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A modern building with a pool and people walking along a waterfront promenade.

Museum of Tomorrow

8.8/10 (1,649 reviews)

Have fun with interactive exhibits that reveal the way the world is transforming and how climate change and social disintegration can be avoided.

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A colorful staircase with tiles spelling out "Rio de Janeiro."

Selarón Steps

9.0/10 (19 reviews)

Climb this urban staircase to experience one of Rio’s largest and most useful public art projects, a series of mosaics created singlehandedly by a much-loved Rio personality.

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A modern architectural structure with a unique design featuring concrete pillars and large windows.

Museum of Modern Art

8.6/10 (237 reviews)

Explore the best of 20th-century Brazilian art and sample cutting-edge Brazilian cuisine at this bold 1950s modernist gallery on the edge of Rio’s Guanabara Bay.

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A grand opera house with ornate columns and golden statues.

Municipal Theater

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

Watch a concert or a ballet at this century-old opera house, which glitters just as it did in the early 1900s, thanks to a painstaking 2008 renovation.

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AquaRio

8.2/10 (27 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life who live at AquaRio during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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São Januário Stadium

Catch an event at São Januário Stadium during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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Head to sights like Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí and Praça da Apoteose as you discover Zona Central.

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Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro, with the cityscape and Guanabara Bay in the background.

Top Zona Central Hotel Reviews

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

8/10 Good

"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for those traveling solo on business trips or for consulate interviews. The staff are very helpful. Juliana was there during my stay, and she was amazing helping me and my husband printing a lot of paperwork we needed for our consulate interview! We did everything by foot. 10min from the airport, mall and 8min from consulate. All walking distance. Highly recommend this hotel."

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

8/10 Good

"The room was very clean , and breakfast was very good the only complaint was that you can hear everything in the room beside you and outside."

Casa Nova Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"The breakfast was amazing!"

Hotel Atlântico Prime

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel and helpful staff! Also walkable in Lapa!"

Downtown Santana Hotel

8/10 Good

"This room was very small, but clean, and the staff was helpful. You do have to carry your luggage up a set of stairs."

Hotel Art Lapa

8/10 Good

"Good location for some of Rio’s key tourist attractions. Also close to bars and noisy nightlife. Area has many vagrants and people sleeping rough and constant smell of urine."

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

10/10 Excellent

"Good rooms, everything was pretty clean. Close enough to everything I had to visit."

Hotel Monte Alegre

10/10 Excellent

"El staff de recepción son muy atentos cuando pueden ayudar. Desayuno muy bien. Ubicación cerca del centro para curtir el Río cultural. , histórico y arquitectura de varios periodos."

More cheap stays in Zona Central

Hospedagem Ledo

Rua Gonçalves Ledo 5 Rio de Janeiro RJ

€23

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hospedagem Rio Lapa

Rua André Cavalcanti Rio de Janeiro RJ

€25

7 Oct - 8 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (18 reviews)

Hotel Americano

Rua Joaquim Silva 69, Lapa Rio de Janeiro RJ

€31

16 Oct - 17 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (432 reviews)

Solar Centro

R. Buenos Aires, 20 Rio de Janeiro RJ

€49

12 Oct - 13 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hostel Casa Aprazível

Rua Aprazível, 5 Rio de Janeiro RJ

€71

14 Oct - 15 Oct

includes taxes & fees

HOTEL MONTE CASTELO LTDA.

R. Cândido Mendes, 201 Rio de Janeiro RJ

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Our top choices for Zona Central hotels

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

2. Hotel Monte Alegre

3. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

4. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

5. Casa Nova Hotel

6. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

7. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

8. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

9. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

10. Hotel Art Lapa

11. Downtown Santana Hotel

12. Arosa Rio Hotel

13. Américas Granada Hotel

14. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

15. Rio Palazzo

16. Hotel OK

17. Windsor Asturias Hotel

18. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

19. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

20. Cozy House

Holiday Rentals in Zona Central

RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

360 Rio Santos Dumont

Elohim Residencial

Lobie Bueno Studios Lifestyle

Lapinha 40 graus

Stay near popular Zona Central attractions

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

Arcos da Lapa

Museum of Tomorrow

Selarón Steps

Museum of Modern Art

Municipal Theater

AquaRio

São Januário Stadium

Learn more about Zona Central

Top Zona Central Hotel Reviews

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Casa Nova Hotel

Hotel Atlântico Prime

Downtown Santana Hotel

Hotel Art Lapa

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Monte Alegre

More cheap stays in Zona Central

Hospedagem Ledo

Hospedagem Rio Lapa

Hotel Americano

Solar Centro

Hostel Casa Aprazível

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