Rio de Janeiro Hotels

Most famous for its February carnival, Rio de Janeiro is a city that has captured the hearts and minds of many a traveller. A favourite destination with those backpacking through South America, the Brazilian city has also found a niche market with luxury holidaymakers. And with its vast array of golden beaches, back-dropped by rainforest and illuminated by the South American sun, it is not hard to see why. Explore accommodation options in Rio de Janeiro:

Premier Copacabana Hotel

This hotel is located in the city's vibrant Copacabana district. It is a mere three-block] stroll from the famous sun-drenched golden beaches of Copacabana and Sugar Loaf mountain is just six kilometres away. Furthermore, bustling downtown Rio is a stone's throw away.

Visitors at the hotel benefit from a complimentary breakfast each morning, while the lobby bar serves up a variety of traditional Brazilian drinks, such as caipirinha.

All 110 guestrooms have air conditioning, allowing visitors to cool down during the hot Brazilian summer. Suites also have radios, cable television and phones with voicemail. High speed internet access allows guests to stay in touch with loved ones.

On-site amenities include an outdoor terrace-level swimming pool, laundry service and - for those staying at the property for commercial reasons - a range of business-friendly services.

Merlin Copacabana Hotel

This hotel is ideally located: it is close to the city's main airport, near Copacabana Beach and a short walk from Avenida Atlantica. It is also within easy walking distance of Sugar Loaf Mountain, making it the ideal base for holidaymakers seeking a central base.

Merlin Copacabana Hotel has 145 guestrooms over 12 floors, which all feature sofa beds, desks, 39-inch televisions with free movie channels and free internet access, ensuring a luxurious stay. Suites also come with mini-bars, clock radios and air conditioning.

The hotel has a wide range of amenities, including five dining venues, an outdoor swimming pool and conference rooms for business guests. It can also organise airport shuttles and has a multilingual staff-base, to ensure guests of all nationalities are suitably catered for.

Promenade Paradiso

Located near Barra da Tijuca, this Rio de Janeiro property is a luxurious city retreat. It features an on-site golf club and outdoor pool, as well as health club with spa tub.

There are 128 guestrooms at the hotel, which each have high speed internet access, satellite television, coffee and tea makers, as well as hair dryers, enabling guests to pack light.