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Gay Rio de Janeiro Hotels
Looking for a perfect place to stay in the Rio de Janeiro? We've selected some of the best hotels for gay travelers, near attractions, the gay scene and nightlife
Gay Hotels in Rio de Janeiro by area
Ipanema
If you're visiting Rio, Ipanema is the place to be. This neighbourhood is famous for its incredibly photogenic beach. It also has some of Rio's best gay bars, nightclubs, fine dining, shopping and culture. The best sunsets in Rio can be seen from Ipanema beach, and they are often greeted by a round of applause.
Praia Ipanema
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Avenida Vieira Souto 706,, Rio de Janeiro
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Why this hotel? Rooftop infinity pool. Central location.
Located right on the Ipanema beachfront, the Praia Ipanema is a great choice for its location and reasonable price. It has a quiet rooftop pool with some of the best views in the South Zone of Rio de Janeiro.
Praia Ipanema offers stylish air conditioned rooms with sea views, as well as a sauna, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace.
Rio de Janeiro's well-known attractions and landmarks are within close proximity to Hotel Praia Ipanema, the beach is one your doorstep and Farme Gay Beach is a few blocks down. Bring a speedo!
There's also a fair amount of gay nightlife nearby, including the famous Rua Farme de Amaedo.
Praia Ipanema offers stylish air conditioned rooms with sea views, as well as a sauna, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace.
Rio de Janeiro's well-known attractions and landmarks are within close proximity to Hotel Praia Ipanema, the beach is one your doorstep and Farme Gay Beach is a few blocks down. Bring a speedo!
There's also a fair amount of gay nightlife nearby, including the famous Rua Farme de Amaedo.
Features:
Bar
Cafe
Restaurant
rooftop pool
Sauna
terrace
Fasano Rio De Janeiro
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Avenida Vieira Souto 80,, Rio de Janeiro
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Why this hotel? Beachfront luxury. Great design.
One of the best hotels in Brazil, the Fasano brings world-class luxury to Gay Ipanema.
The location of this hotel is second-to-none; you're right on the beachfront and the gay area of Rua Farme de Amoedo is 2 minutes away, so venues like Galeria Cafe are on your doorstep.
It's one of the newer additions to Rio's hotel scene and it has seriously upped the game. The understated elegance, impeccable design and huge beds give this hotel a real edge over its competitors. Sundowners on the rooftop always go down a treat at Fasano.
The location of this hotel is second-to-none; you're right on the beachfront and the gay area of Rua Farme de Amoedo is 2 minutes away, so venues like Galeria Cafe are on your doorstep.
It's one of the newer additions to Rio's hotel scene and it has seriously upped the game. The understated elegance, impeccable design and huge beds give this hotel a real edge over its competitors. Sundowners on the rooftop always go down a treat at Fasano.
Features:
Gym
outdoor pool
Rooftop terrace
Sauna
Spa
Mar Ipanema Hotel
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Rua Visconde De Piraja 539, Rio de Janeiro
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Why this hotel? Good budget option. Good for shopping.
A 3-star budget hotel in the gay district of Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, close to the gay scene of Rua Farme de Amoedo. The rooms are simple, understated and very comfortable. It's a good base from which to explore Rio on a budget.
The location is good, the gay nightlife area is a short 10-minute walk away to venues like Galeria Cafe.
Amenities include gym access, wet bar, steam room and rooftop terrace.
The location is good, the gay nightlife area is a short 10-minute walk away to venues like Galeria Cafe.
Amenities include gym access, wet bar, steam room and rooftop terrace.
Features:
Bar
concierge
Gym
Pool
Restaurant
Sauna
Copacabana
You won't find Barry Manilow, but you will find a wealth of world-class hotels. The Copacabana beach is the highlight of this neighbourhood, be sure to visit it when you stay here. As well as this, there's also several gay bars and clubs, and great transport connections to the rest of the city.
Pestana Rio Atlantica
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Avenida Atlantica 2964,, Rio de Janeiro
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Why this hotel? Centre Of Copacabana Beach. Rooftop pool.
Located right in the middle of Copacabana Beach, all of the action is right on your doorstep. The Sugarloaf Mountain cable cars are around fifteen minutes away, as is the tram up Corcovado to Christ the Redeemer. The gay dance club, La Cueva (Bar & Disco), is just around the corner.
The rooftop bar is an excellent place to catch the sunset while enjoying a cocktail from the bar, and hosts international DJs to start your night off. The design is clean and understated - it has the feel of a business hotel.
The rooms are comfortable and come with oversized beds. Some rooms have views of Sugarloaf Mountain.
The rooftop bar is an excellent place to catch the sunset while enjoying a cocktail from the bar, and hosts international DJs to start your night off. The design is clean and understated - it has the feel of a business hotel.
The rooms are comfortable and come with oversized beds. Some rooms have views of Sugarloaf Mountain.
Features:
deck bar with DJ
Gym
plasma TVs
Pool
Restaurant
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