Belmond Copacabana Palace Overview

This glamorous landmark is pre-eminent among the best hotels in Rio de Janeiro. Since its Art Deco doors swung open in 1923, Belmond Copacabana Palace has been welcoming the rich and famous. A truly iconic city-centre hotel, Copacabana Beach only a heartbeat away, this is the best place to stay in Rio. Soak up the sun in the magnificent pool or join Brazil’s style setters at the Piano Bar. And don’t miss the hotel’s top restaurants, whether for great local dishes or fine Italian dining at the Hotel Cipriani Restaurant.

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous stretch, is the stunning setting for this iconic luxury hotel. You will be mere minutes away from the city’s business centre, as well as the Ipanema and Leblon districts.

Accommodation At The Belmond Copacabana Palace

For those wondering where to stay in Rio de Janeiro, treat yourself to the city’s finest accommodation. Each of the rooms are unique, featuring fine period furniture and original works of art. Widely admired as the best hotel in Brazil, Belmond Copacabana Palace offers two different room categories. Choose between charming city views or magnificent beach vistas.

The Superior City View Rooms face the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro. Rich with architectural character and charm, the rooms in the main building feature trademark high ceilings, while those located in the Tower Wing provide a wonderful sense of space. All have en-suite bathrooms, some with shower only.

With the Deluxe Beach View Rooms you can start your day gazing at the magnificent views of Copacabana Beach and the beautiful mosaics of the famous Portuguese pavement. Each room, and especially those boasting Juliet-style balconies, complements the scenery with light, airy décor. These spacious rooms offer a bath with shower or separate bath and shower.

Each room offers a king-sized or twin beds, spacious bathrooms, writing desk, iPod dock, widescreen plasma TV with cable and premium channels, fully stocked mini-bar, traditional Brazilian slippers and wireless internet

Facilities At The Belmond Copacabana Palace

The hotel offers the following ammenities:

- Swimming Pool: Sunbathe, swim and socialise in one of Rio’s largest and most attractive swimming pools. A team of pool assistants is on hand to cater to your every request, from fresh towels to cool drinks and light dishes from the pool menu.

Beach service: This exclusive service provides sun loungers, umbrellas and water to hotel guests. Beach assistants will also look after your belongings as you enjoy Copacabana Beach.

Tennis Court: Keep fit or de-stress with a game of tennis. The concierge can arrange for free use of racquets and balls, as well as professional coaching (price on request).

Boutique 1923: This is the perfect place to find clothing, accessories, jewellery and homeware to remind you of your time in Rio. You’ll also discover a number of mementos that are entirely unique to this exclusive boutique.

Fitness Centre: Located in the Copacabana Palace Spa, the fully air-conditioned Fitness Centre boasts the latest fitness equipment, with a variety of cardiovascular and resistance-exercise options. Stretching classes, personal trainer and power plate sessions are also available.

Dining At Belmond Copacabana Palace

Boasting some of the best restaurants in Rio de Janeiro, Belmond Copacabana Palace offers world-class cuisine and exemplary service in stunning surroundings.

The hotel's Cipriani Restaurant is known as one of the best restaurants in Rio, and named after the finest hotel in Venice, this award-winning restaurant offers exceptional northern Italian cuisine. The vibrant menu combines the best in Brazilian and Italian ingredients. Innovative dishes sit alongside classic recipes that have been passed down for generations.

 Located in the heart of the Hotel Cipriani Restaurant’s kitchen, the Chef’s Table is one of the most exclusive fine-dining adventures in Rio. Guests get to follow the chef as he prepares an array of dishes inspired by the day’s freshest ingredients. This special menu is paired with carefully selected wines. A 48-hour notice is required to reserve the Chef's Table.

MEE pan-Asian restaurant is one of the first restaurants in South America to be awarded a prestigious Michelin star. Take a seat and discover the most sophisticated pan-Asian cuisine in Rio. The vision of celebrity chef Ken Hom and led by Executive Chef Kazuo Harada, MEE takes you on an exotic gastronomic journey. Taste your way through countries including Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore and Japan. The restaurant is one of only a handful of venues in Rio de Janeiro to be awarded a star. The enticing menu features many exotic specialities that should not be missed. A sake sommelier will guide you through 25 imported varieties. The enticing drinks list is complete with 18 innovative cocktails that capture the spirit of the restaurant.

A hotspot for Copacabana nightlife, the Piano Bar is the place where Rio’s A-list mingles over aperitifs. Whether a lunchtime drink or an evening

Overlooking the Copacabana’s legendary swimming pool, Pérgula Restaurant offers first class Brazilian and international cuisine in a refined yet relaxed atmosphere. The casual poolside ambience is perfect for Pérgula’s renowned Sunday brunch. Don’t miss the Brazilian Buffet lunch on Saturdays, featuring a range of regional specialities that draws in locals all year round.