Niteroi Travel Guide

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Sundown is amazing there
Sundown is amazing there
View to the sugar loaf from the fort in Niteroi
Designed by Oscar Niemeyer with the assistance of structural engineer Bruno Contarini. Its cupola has a diameter of 50 meters with three floors. The museum projects itself over Boa Viagem (“Bon Voyage,” “Good Journey”) beach. #Lifeatexpedia
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Hotel Elevare Niteroi

Hotel Elevare Niteroi

2.5 out of 5
R. Gen. Osório, 45 Niteroi RJ
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The price is AU$77 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
AU$77
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Niteroi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Flamengo Beach are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (40 reviews)
The location is a winner, with very easy access to Rio and proximity to shops and bars. The staff are fantastic.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Hotel Elevare Niteroi
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$346 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$346
30 Mar - 31 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Nice hotel but need a little fixing on the beach side. Helpful and friendly staff

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hotel Arpoador

Hotel Arpoador

4 out of 5
Rua Francisco Otaviano 177 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (869 reviews)
Excellent friendly staff. Free bike rental. Great breakfast options and good food. Nice pool and view point over Ipanema beach. Nice clean rooms

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

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Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (34 reviews)
Nice spot in Copacabana

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2025

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Copacabana Best Spot

Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (38 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
360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa

2.5 out of 5
Rua Carvalho de Mendonça 13 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and air conditioning. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Christ the Redeemer ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (19 reviews)
There was no functioning air conditioning Barely any hot water And I ask for a toaster/grill on the first day and never got any! Main bed mattress is worn out complete The couch was also totally run down Location was great! Thank god it was a cheap deal!! I really don’t recommend unless you’re on ...

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025

360 Copa Beach Posto 2 By SUHCasa
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Popular places to visit

Copacabana Beach which includes general coastal views, a beach and a sunset

Copacabana Beach

4/5(26 reviews)

More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.

Copacabana Beach
Corcovado featuring a statue or sculpture, religious elements and a sunset

Christ the Redeemer

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.

Christ the Redeemer
Sao Conrado Beach featuring a sandy beach

Avenida Atlantica

4/5(7 reviews)

Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.

Avenida Atlantica
Ipanema Beach featuring a sandy beach and mountains as well as a large group of people

Ipanema Beach

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.

Ipanema Beach
Maracana Stadium featuring modern architecture and interior views

Maracanã Stadium

3/5(5 reviews)

To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.

Maracanã Stadium
Aerial View of Recreio dos Bandeirantes Region in Rio de Janeiro City

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach

Activities

Christ the Redeemer

Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket

AU$66
per adult
Skip the Line Christ the Redeemer Admission Ticket
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket

AU$35
per adult
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes

Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes

AU$34
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage

Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage

AU$114
per adult
Rio Samba Experience: Carnival Backstage
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future

Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future

AU$46
per adult
Little Africa - Walking tour from the passed to the future
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

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

AU$46
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
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