Gardênia Azul Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Gardênia Azul
Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Top hotels in Gardênia Azul
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
The ocean view premium room was beautiful. Very clean and pleasant.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Arpoador
Excellent friendly staff. Free bike rental. Great breakfast options and good food. Nice pool and view point over Ipanema beach. Nice clean rooms
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
Great place to stay, friendly staff, cleanliness is great.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Rio Othon Palace
bad service, no intention to help, expedia offered me a room that was not suitable for the people traveling (1 bed for 3 people), extra charges unknown undisclosed something about state taxes 72 BRLs a day. The only thing that worked was the location
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Horrible breakfast !!! Just the basic stuff. No jellies, no natural juices, no cakes or flan, no cheese bread etc etc . Zero star for breakfast
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
People seemed cool. I stayed to myself. I had my privacy.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gardênia Azul
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Alto da Boa Vista
Alto da Boa Vista is known for its stunning beaches, and you can see some sights area like Christ the Redeemer and Tijuca National Park.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
Gardênia Azul Travel Guide
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