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Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro vs Arena Copacabana Hotel
Both hotels are praised by professionals. On balance, Belmond Copacabana Palace is the choice of most reviewers compared to Arena Copacabana Hotel. Belmond Copacabana Palace comes in at #2 in Rio de Janeiro with approval from 15 sources including Fodor's, Oyster and Rough Guide.
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Rough Guide
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Avenida Atlantica 1702, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22021
From $301 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Frommer's
"The spot where beachfront luxury in Rio began way back in the Jazz age, the 86-year-old Palace is still the place to splurge."
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DK Eyewitness
"Copacabana’s most plush hotel features ocean view suites that have housed princes, presidents, and visiting film stars."
Time Out
"Surely the most famous hotel in South America, the Palace elegantly lords over Copacabana beach, an oasis of class in a neighbourhood not always renowned for such dignity."
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Rough Guide
Star
"Anyone who’s anyone has stayed in this gloriously maintained Art Deco landmark, which, despite Copacabana’s general decline, remains a great experience."
Fodor's
"The hotel's neoclassical facade is beautifully maintained and remains a glimmering white. Inside you can find one of the city's largest and most attractive swimming pools."
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Arena Copacabana Hotel
Frommer's
Oyster
Av. Atlantica 2064, Copacabana Beach, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22040-010
From $56 /night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Frommer's
"You may want to book early for the Arena; this popular hotel is fantastically located in the middle of Copacabana Beach and offers modern, contemporary accommodations at affordable rates."
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Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Arena Copacabana Hotel boasts a superb location on Copacabana beach."
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