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Ipanema Inn

Ipanema Inn

Ipanema
€1,505
per person
29 Nov - 4 Dec
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
 CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa

CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa

Joatinga
€2,019
per person
25 Nov - 30 Nov
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)
Oceanview is amazing.Staff a wonderful and the place is clean. Breakfast was great

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026

Emiliano Rio

Emiliano Rio

Copacabana
€1,841
per person
25 Nov - 30 Nov
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (833 reviews)
The staff is amazing!!!! Attentive to our every need and so friendly!

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2026

Hotel Arpoador

Hotel Arpoador

Ipanema
€1,635
per person
29 Nov - 4 Dec
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
8.8/10 Excellent! (931 reviews)
My stay at Hotel Arpoador was wonderful. The standard room is small, so beware if you need a lot of personal space or privacy. My priority is cleanliness and friendliness. I had no cleanliness concerns. I did not see one insect. I left a note on how I wanted my room cleaned (don't make my bed), and that was honored. Eli at the desk, Vitor at the beach, and the gentleman with locs at the front desk were very kind, cheerful, and helpful. The guy with the ponytail working on the roof on 9/27 for breakfast was very friendly and helpful also. This location was easy to uber everywhere and walkable to lot's of places in the area as well. No safety concerns. Hotel right on the beach and they provide chairs and umbrellas. Beware of beach vendors. Verify what you are paying as they tried to charge me thousands of dollars for a few drinks. Thankfully my bank declined it. This had nothing to do with the hotel though. I would 100% stay here again.

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026

JANEIRO Hotel

JANEIRO Hotel

Leblon
€2,284
per person
25 Nov - 30 Nov
found 1 day ago
Return direct flight included
Dublin (DUB) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (349 reviews)
Hola!! Si vas de vacaciones a Río el lugar para alojarte es “el Janeiro”. Creo que 5 estrellas es poco. Desde la atención, el servicio, la excelencia de su personal en cada una de las áreas, la mejor ubicación de todo Río y cada detalle demuestra que NADA fue liberado al azar en este hotel. MARAVILLOSO. Gracias, sin duda pronto volveremos.

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Where to stay in Zona Central

Find the best Zona Central areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Zona Central
A city street with pedestrians, a yellow taxi, and historic buildings.

Lapa

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Attend a service in the city’s main cathedral, ride the tram across a colonial-era aqueduct and then dance the night away in this popular Rio neighborhood.

A street with tram tracks, vintage buildings, and a tram parked on the right.

Santa Teresa

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

Stroll along the winding cobblestone streets of this famous Rio de Janeiro neighborhood to see aging 19th-century mansions and haunts of local artists.

An art gallery with a staircase, artwork on display, and a blue wall.

Glória

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

You might enjoy the museums while in Glória. Museum of Modern Art is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Gloria Station or Russel Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A park with a pond, a gazebo, and mountains in the background.

São Cristóvão

You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in São Cristóvão. You might want to make time for a stop at Morro de Sao Januario or Astronomia e Ciencias Afins Museum.

A grand, ornate building with classical architecture, including columns and decorative sculptures, set against a backdrop of modern skyscrapers.

Rio Comprido

While there might not be top attractions in Rio Comprido, you can explore the larger area and discover places like ExpoRio Cidade Nova and Praça da Apoteose.

Top hotels in Zona Central

Hotel Atlântico Avenida

Hotel Atlântico Avenida

Av. Rio Branco 33 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€20
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
6.4/10 (1,590 reviews)
"Everything it’s was good!!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Hotel Atlântico Avenida
Hotel Atlântico Prime

Hotel Atlântico Prime

Rua do Resende 87 Rio de Janeiro RJ
€32
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
7.4/10 Good! (3,410 reviews)
"This hotel was extremely disappointing, and the property was nothing like it was described or presented online. From the moment I entered the room, it was clear that cleanliness and maintenance were serious issues. The room was filthy, and I saw roaches during my stay. There was also visible mold, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Hotel Atlântico Prime
Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING

Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING

19 R. Pedro I Rio de Janeiro RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
€32
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Atlântico Tower - SOFT OPENING
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Stay near popular Zona Central attractions

A crowded outdoor event with a large dragon float and performers.
Photo by Algirdas Sidiskis

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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What to do in Zona Central

Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour

Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour

€62
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

€27
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

€252
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight
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