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Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro vs Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro
Both hotels are recommended by professional reviewers. On balance, Belmond Copacabana Palace ranks significantly higher than Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro. Belmond Copacabana Palace ranks #2 in Rio de Janeiro with positive reviews from 15 sources like Time Out, Star Service and Travel + Leisure.
Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Frommer's
DK Eyewitness
Time Out
Rough Guide
Fodor's
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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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Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro
The Telegraph
Oyster
Lonely Planet
Rua Riachuelo, 124 | Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 20230-014, Brazil
From $75 /night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
The Telegraph
8.0
"Vila Galé is a triumph of location and style."
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Oyster
Upscale
"The 292-room Vila Gale Rio de Janeiro is an upscale option in the hip, bohemian Lapa district of Rio."
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Breathing new life into ragged Lapa, Vila Galé – a high-end luxury chain from Portugal – invested some €35 million in this beautiful property."
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