🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Compare well-located 3-star hotels in Rio de Janeiro for affordable stays near Copacabana, Ipanema, the beach and metro.
Mid-range RioGuru selection
| Hotel | Area | Guest score | Reviews | Location score | From / night · USD | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ibis Copacabana Posto 2 | Copacabana | 8.3 / 10 | 2,549 | 9.2 / 10 | $73 | Reliable lower-cost base |
| ibis Copacabana Posto 5 | Copacabana | 8.0 / 10 | 2,436 | 9.2 / 10 | $79 | Copacabana and Ipanema access |
| Windsor Martinique Copacabana | Copacabana | 8.5 / 10 | 2,878 | 9.4 / 10 | $107 | Beach access without a seafront address |
| Hotel Vermont Ipanema | Ipanema | 8.1 / 10 | 1,767 | 9.6 / 10 | $146 | A central neighbourhood base |
| Ipanema Inn Hotel | Ipanema | 8.8 / 10 | 1,303 | 427.0 / 10 | $338 | Walkable Ipanema |
| Hotel Astoria Ipanema | Ipanema | 8.1 / 10 | 1,501 | 9.7 / 10 | $177 | Shopping and restaurants |
| Atlantis Copacabana Hotel | Copacabana / near Arpoador | 8.5 / 10 | 3,948 | 9.5 / 10 | $113 | Exploring both beach neighbourhoods |
From prices in USD for one night, one room and two adults, including taxes and fees. Rates are dated offers, not live quotes, and vary by date and availability. Confirm the final total before booking.
1 / 3Copacabana · Reliable lower-cost base
A straightforward hotel near Cardeal Arcoverde metro and the northern half of Copacabana beach. Confirm the room category and current pet conditions before booking.
From / night · USD$73
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 3Copacabana · Copacabana and Ipanema access
A practical hotel near Cantagalo metro, with useful access to southern Copacabana and Ipanema. Check breakfast and pet fees for the exact rate.
From / night · USD$79
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 5Copacabana · Beach access without a seafront address
Half a block from Copacabana beach on Rua Sá Ferreira. A smaller rooftop pool and restaurant make this a practical alternative to the larger waterfront hotels.
From / night · USD$107
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 5Ipanema · A central neighbourhood base
A hotel on Rua Visconde de Pirajá, convenient for Ipanema’s shops, restaurants and beach. Useful for travellers who prioritise location over a large resort-style setting.
From / night · USD$146
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 3Ipanema · Walkable Ipanema
On Rua Maria Quitéria, close to Ipanema beach and Nossa Senhora da Paz metro station. A convenient hotel for visitors who want to explore the neighbourhood’s restaurants on foot.
From / night · USD$338
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 5Ipanema · Shopping and restaurants
Formerly Mar Ipanema, this hotel stands on Rua Visconde de Pirajá in the neighbourhood’s shopping and dining district. It offers renovated rooms, a gym and spa facilities.
From / night · USD$177
Check availability ↗1 room · 2 adults
1 / 5Copacabana / near Arpoador · Exploring both beach neighbourhoods
On the Copacabana side of the Arpoador area, within walking distance of Ipanema. Its rooftop pool and terrace offer a place to unwind after a day on either beach.
From / night · USD$113
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A good 3-star hotel in Rio should buy you a useful address, dependable air conditioning and a comfortable place to sleep. It does not need a dramatic rooftop if you plan to spend most of the day outside.
Copacabana has the broadest selection, while Ipanema costs more for the location. Compare facilities directly because star classifications can differ between booking platforms.
Copacabana is the strongest starting point for value. Its large hotel supply, metro stations and long beachfront make it easier to compare prices without moving far from the main visitor areas.
Ipanema can be worth the premium if walkability and the neighbourhood atmosphere matter more than room size. Hotels near Arpoador also give you access to both beaches.
Expect a more compact room and fewer resort facilities than a luxury hotel. Breakfast, lifts, reception hours, soundproofing and the age of the air-conditioning system matter more than decorative extras.
Do not assume every property with three stars offers the same standard. Read recent room-specific reviews and check whether the displayed category comes from the hotel or the booking platform.
Ibis properties offer a predictable, practical format. Independent hotels can provide a better location or larger room at a similar price, but renovation levels vary more.
Windsor Martinique, Hotel Vermont and Ipanema Inn are useful comparisons in different parts of the South Zone. Choose the exact street before choosing the brand.
Compare the final price with breakfast and taxes included. A cheaper room that needs daily rides or excludes breakfast can cost more over the full stay.
Check flexible cancellation and look at the same dates in our cheap hotels guide. Special events can remove the normal relationship between star category and price.
Confirm room size, bed type, air conditioning, lift access and luggage storage. If arriving early or leaving late, ask whether reception can hold bags securely.
For a beach stay, map the actual walking route. A hotel described as Copacabana may be several blocks inland or near the boundary with another neighbourhood.
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Rates change sharply by season, event and location. Compare the final total for your dates, including taxes and breakfast, rather than relying on a typical nightly figure.
They often are because Copacabana has a large hotel supply and metro access. Check recent room reviews and the exact street rather than choosing only by star category.
Platform and official classifications can differ. Treat three stars as a broad mid-range signal and compare the actual facilities, room, air conditioning, lift, breakfast and reception hours.
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