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Vila Santa Teresa

5.0 star property
Oceanfront wellness retreat in Santa Teresa combines rejuvenating spa treatments, fresh cuisine with sea views, and poolside relaxation

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Vila Santa Teresa offers luxury escapes with hot stone massages and Ayurvedic treatments. Enjoy delicious meals with ocean views at Restaurant Beatriz. Unwind at the outdoor pool, garden, or library. Guests consistently praise their experience.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$803
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb

Room options

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Presidential Suite

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premier Suite

Premier Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Classic Suite

Classic Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in Santa Teresa, a neighbourhood in Rio de Janeiro, Vila Santa Teresa is in the entertainment district and near the airport. Christ the Redeemer and Copacabana Fort are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Flamengo Beach and Ipanema Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí or Maracanã Stadium.
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R. Almirante Alexandrino 2305, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22745271

What's nearby

  • Morro dos Prazeres - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Largo do Guimarães - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Flamengo Beach - 7 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Selarón Steps - 8 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Largo do França Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 5 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cantina do Gaúcho - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Tasca do Edgar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Costa Verde - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Santê - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Yakissoba Laranjeiras - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Vila Santa Teresa

Luxury boutique hotel near Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
At Vila Santa Teresa, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments, a facial or a body scrub at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Beatriz, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and ocean views. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a library.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and coffee/tea in reception
  • A TV in reception, massage treatment rooms and a reception hall
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Pillowtop mattresses and down duvets
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 30-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Alberto
  • Restaurant Beatriz

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 1970
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 495 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Vila Santa Teresa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Santa Teresa?

As of 16 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Santa Teresa on 9 Feb 2026 start from AU$802.88, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Vila Santa Teresa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Vila Santa Teresa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Vila Santa Teresa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Vila Santa Teresa?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Vila Santa Teresa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs 8:00 AM-10:00 PM on request. A fee of BRL 495 per vehicle applies.

Where is Vila Santa Teresa located?

Located in Santa Teresa, this luxury hotel is within 2 miles (3 km) of Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, Praca da Cruz Vermelha and Selarón Steps. Catete Palace and Tijuca National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km). Largo do França Tram Stop is only a 2-minute walk and Vista Alegre Tram Stop is 4 minutes.

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Reviews

Vila Santa Teresa Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 116 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 116 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 116 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 116 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 116 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply a stunning place, super service, everything about the Vila is quality
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

J.D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing views, service, and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the view of Rio from our room was the best there is
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, relaxing, amazing service!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing views atop Santa Teresa

Stayed for a night to get a different experience of Rio. The villa is immaculate and rooms comfortable. Views of the city below are amazing. The staff are prompt and helpful. Booked a spa treatment which was followed by use of the glass steam room also overlooking the city below. This villa is a converted house which is owned by a family with roots in Santa Teresa. The family was on site the day we stayed and were super friendly when they approached us.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is unreal. Brings the old world with the new one. Grounds are unbelievable and the views even more so. The staff is so friendly, accommodating and genuine. The front desk, waiters , ground staff are all superbly trained. Our first time in Brasil and will definitely e back within the year. Thanks to all of the staff and the family that owns this paradise for sharing this with us .
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from our suite were unforgettable!! It was a paradise in all aspects of the word. And the staff would do anything for you to make your stay perfect. Yasmin was just the perfect person for the job, and she made our stay a dream come true! We had the time of our lives and Yasmin was a big part of that. Vila Santa Theresa is an even better hotel thanks to her. Our trip was truly memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tranquility personified - my wife and I said the same thing about this place - it felt like the perfect setting for a romantic movie. my wife really liked the remote location, it is super private and secure... that part was a little annoying, it might be too secure. I had a hard time getting Ubers but like I said my wife loved that. 5 star staff members - absolute class. we got back 2 weeks ago and we are already planning to go back in 6 months.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay in a quiet retreat which was a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Private, secluded with a delicious breakfast and an outstanding view. The staff was exceptional including Alessandro who helped me with everything from restaurant reservations to transportation, my cleaning service by Adrienne was excellent and all the supporting staff including Leonardo. I would definitely return. Highly secure property and really love the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

nuntaporn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ห้องน้ำเหม็นมาก bad bathtub but bean staff is very nice another is not nice enough not worthy to stay The price is high and not worth the stay. The service is not worth the price. Some reception staffs provided poor service .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Booked a suite for my 40th. I arrive around 10am, check-in is at 3pm so the staff said have breakfast and hangout until the room is ready. Im eating breakfast and a female guest starts yelling and throwing her hands up. Said that I shouldn't be here. The staff removed my plate, asked if I could leave, picked up my bag and escorted me out. He requested I not come back until 3pm. Not a pleasant welcome. . .other than that, room was clean, food was delicious, staff was nice. I wanted to book a helicopter but they said I had to have other people with me. Im a solo traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My paradise

This was not a hotel, this was a home This was luxury living at its best. I felt like I was living in a celebrity world of exclusivity and comfort. There are only 7 guest suites so was very private. The staff was excellent, the rooms extremely comfortable, the food delicious, and the views unexplainable. It was very difficult to leave this paradise. I have only a few comments. The pool was nice, but would be nice if it was skimmed with a net each morning to catch the few bugs and leaves. (by the way there were not many bugs here or really anywhere in Rio). Also it is a bit difficuly for cab and uber drivers to find. One we knew how to get there it was not a problem and they called taxis for us for pick up. IT wqas worth it though as this was the most spectacular place I have ever stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peefect
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
loved the vila experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay in Santa Teresa neighbourhood. Stayed for two nights, and dined in for all meals. Great cuisine, service, and unique wine list. Art Deco-inspired gem, with breathtaking views. Heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is the definition of luxury and boutique, with outstanding service. Whilst away from the hustle and bustle that Rio has to offer (and a bit challenging to get back to at night times), anyone looking for a memorable stay should earmark this place. A true gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent. Thanks Daniel, David, Bruno & Ricardo! We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

L'exception a un nom : Vila Sta Teresa

Amazing & wonderful resort , located in an exceptionnel wooded park. Bohaus emerging furnishings and decoration are top of mind. Customer service at the same level . It was a perfect stay !
view all over the bay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

L'exception a un nom : Vila Sta Teresa

Amazing & wonderful resort , located in an exceptionnel wooded park. Bohaus emerging furnishings and decoration are top of mind. Customer service at the same level . It was a perfect stay for us ! Six stars ;)
view all over the bay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Maravilhosa, tudo de excelência. Lugar incrível. Transmite paz, palavras n descrever gratidão pelas pessoas q nos receberam com tanto carinho.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sylvio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simples maravilhoso!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfeito, impecável, maravilhoso, amamos tudo!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luiz Gustavo

Melhor lugar para se hospedar no Rio de Janeiro

Incrível! Ambiente intimista e por ter poucas suítes faz o lugar se mais incrível, exclusivo e nunca lotado. Sensacional.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flavio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Simplesmente maravilhoso!!!

Foi realmente uma experiencia maravilhosa e completa!!!! A casa é lindíssima com ambientes de muito bom gosto nos mínimos detalhes. A vista da piscina é fantástica. Quartos amplos, claros, com lençois e travesseiros perfeitos. Restaurante com opções diferentes para almoço, lanche e jantar. Tudo delicioso!!! Porém, o que me chamou a atenção foi o serviço impecável de todos os funcionários. Uma menção especial a Letícia que nos atendeu no jantar! Somos moradores do Rio de Janeiro e voltaremos com certeza!!! Parabéns!!!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vale como experiência

Adoramos conhecer, mas não pretendemos voltar. Preço da acomodação é muito caro por aquilo que oferece. Os armários tinham cheiro de mofo e a piscina estava suja. Os atendentes são q chave do hotel - Serviço excelente!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022