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Where to stay in Cidade Universitária

Find the best Cidade Universitária areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Copacabana

Mingle with the local residents on one of the world’s most famous beaches, admire art deco buildings and party until dawn in this effervescent neighborhood.

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Ipanema

Relax on beautiful beaches, shop for fashion and revel in the nightlife of one of Rio de Janeiro’s most stylish areas.

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Barra da Tijuca

Rio de Janeiro’s longest beach, a sprawling shopping mall and some of the city’s best seafood restaurants and bars await in this relaxed neighborhood.

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Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.

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Top Cidade Universitária Hotel Reviews

Regency Barra Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great hotel.. staff very helpful and nice location"

Royal Rio Palace Hotel

8/10 Good

"When we arrived at Royal Palace close to 10 AM, the staff informed us that if we wanted early check-in, there would be an additional $60 charge. They also included breakfast, and our room was ready within about 30 minutes, which we appreciated. The room itself was comfortable, although it did not have a view. I was a bit disappointed with the breakfast, as most of the hot food was cold and overly salty. However, the fruit selection was fresh and offered a good variety. One thing I really liked about this hotel was the location. There were many convenient stores nearby, along with several good local restaurants within walking distance."

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

6/10 Okay

"When we arrived at Othon Palace around 2:30 PM, there was a long line for check-in, but one of the staff members kindly assisted us right away and took us to her office since we were traveling with young kids. She mentioned there would be an additional $60 dollars per night for an upgraded room, but unfortunately, the room she offered was not available in the end. I was surprised when we entered room 1511 and noticed cracks on the wall beside the door. Considering how much we paid for this hotel, I expected more. The furniture and carpet also felt old and outdated. The best part of the stay was definitely the beachfront location, although we could still hear noise from people across the street as well as the waves at night. The buffet breakfast was great and offered a good variety, which we really enjoyed during our stay. The pool area was also very nice. While the pool was not heated, the water was slightly warm and still enjoyable. At checkout, my husband was mistakenly charged for the upgraded room that we never received. It was only corrected and refunded after I went back to the front desk and asked about the charges."

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

6/10 Okay

"My overall experience at this hotel was okay. However, I would consider it more a strong 3-star property rather than a 5-star property. During my stay, I encountered an issue involving housekeeping removing a personal belonging. I was able to provide clear evidence to support my claim. Initially, my concern was not handled impartially, as there appeared to be a tendency to side with the housekeeping staff. However, upon reviewing the evidence, the team made efforts to address the matter and offered appropriate accommodation. I would like to commend the guest relations team and the hotel supervisor, both of whom were courteous and attentive in ensuring that the remainder of my stay was as comfortable and smooth as possible. In general, the hotel was clean and maintained good security standards. However, the breakfast buffet offered limited options and did not stand out as a notable feature of the stay."

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Cidade Universitária?

Cidade Universitária is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its museums. Are you looking for Cidade Universitária travel tips? Make sure that you visit Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade while you're in the neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Cidade Universitária, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available in Cidade Universitária.

What is there to do in this Rio de Janeiro neighbourhood?

A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Cidade Universitária are Guanabara Bay and Museu da Geodiversidade. While you're out sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, make sure that you visit other sights such as UFRJ Technology Park or Fiocruz Museum of Life.

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Where to stay in Cidade Universitária

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Leblon

Botafogo

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