Governador Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Governador Island
Governador Island
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas
Photo by José Dantas

Where to stay in Governador Island

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Galeão

If you're spending some time in Galeão, Guanabara Bay and Praia Belo Jardim are top sights worth seeing.

Galeão
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Jardim Guanabara

You'll enjoy the beaches and architecture in Jardim Guanabara. You might want to make time for a stop at Praia da Bica or Guanabara Bay.

Jardim Guanabara
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Portuguesa

Though Portuguesa may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay.

Portuguesa
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Bancários

When in Bancários, you can plan a visit to Praia da Bica and Guanabara Bay, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Bancários
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Cacuia

Travellers like the beaches in Cacuia, and Praia da Bica is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Cacuia
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Cocotá

While visiting Cocotá, you might make a stop by sights like Guanabara Bay and Praia da Olaria.

Cocotá
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$383 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$383
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Ocean view is awesome"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Regency Barra Hotel

Regency Barra Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa 5210, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$115 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$115
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Village Mall and Barra Shopping Mall ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (24 reviews)
"Staff was great. Room was nice. Price was reasonable. The breakfast was top notch. We were here for work and I'd consider bringing my wife back for a vacation trip. Totally recommend."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Regency Barra Hotel
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

3.5 out of 5
Rua Senador Dantas, 25, Centro, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
The price is AU$54 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$54
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the overall value in ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,216 reviews)
"O hotel é bom pelo preco, todas os funcionarios sao educados e amigos … gostamos tb do cafe da manhã…"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

2.5 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
"Nice little apartment"

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa
KS Residence

KS Residence

3 out of 5
Rua Aldo Bonadei, 166, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Ilha Da Gigoia and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (62 reviews)
"Great option for a self-catering apartment in the quiet neighborhood of Jardim Oceânico, Barra da Tijuca. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, and shops. An excellent choice if you're looking for the comfort of a self-catering apartment combined with hotel-style services, including daily cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

KS Residence
Copacabana Best Spot

Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196, Rio de Janeiro, RJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (34 reviews)
Great location, good value, substandard experience
"The biggest problem with the hotel is there is no maid service. One towel for 6 days, no cleaning. I saw the maids in the hallway with a stack of fresh towels and took one, hysteria ensued. Turns out that's R$5. Give it to the front desk, not sure if it reached the right place. Hotels.com messaged ..."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Copacabana Best Spot
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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