Hotel Arpoador
Hotel Arpoador offers a luxurious coastal retreat with stunning ocean views, exquisite dining, and rejuvenating spa experiences, ideally situated near Ipanema Beach.
Hotel Arpoador welcomes guests to a serene escape, perfectly positioned beside the famed Girl from Ipanema Park and just 100 meters from the inviting sands of Ipanema Beach. Start your day with a delightful breakfast served on the restaurant's porch, offering breathtaking views of the Rio de Janeiro coastline. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available in all rooms, ensuring a connected stay.
Designed with architectural flair by Thiago Bernardes, the accommodations at Hotel Arpoador provide comfort and style. Each room features tasteful tiled floors, a modern, navy-inspired design, air conditioning, and a Nespresso coffee machine. Bathrooms are appointed with exclusive amenities, including a hairdryer and a soft bath robe. For an enhanced experience, select rooms boast panoramic ocean views.
Dining at Hotel Arpoador is a culinary journey at arp bar, the hotel's signature restaurant. Chef Lucas Lemos crafts a coastal cuisine menu that highlights fresh, marine ingredients, celebrating the bounty of the world's oceans. The bar, overseen by bar chef Waguinho, presents a creative selection of Brazilian cocktails, classic caipirinhas, and refreshing non-alcoholic options.
Beyond dining, guests can indulge in a range of services designed for well-being and enjoyment. Complimentary beach service and bicycles are provided, alongside rejuvenating yoga practices held Monday through Friday on the sea-view terrace. Prioritizing guests' relaxation, the terrace also features a sauna, a dedicated wellness room, and the tranquil Maré Spa, offering invigorating therapies. The hotel's prime location is particularly cherished by couples, who have rated it 9.8 for romantic getaways.
Spa facilities at this hotel
Outdoor swimming pool Free!
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool is on rooftop
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Shallow end
- Pool/beach towels
- Pool bar
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
Wellness
- Yoga classes
- Fitness
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Couples massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/wellness packages
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Sauna
Guest reviews· 8.7/10 (909)
Hotel Arpoador consistently receives glowing reviews, with guests frequently lauding its exceptional location and overall quality. Many visitors have declared it the "best hotel in Rio" and enthusiastically state their intention to return on future trips to the city. The hotel's proximity to the beach, specifically its "sub-prime Ipanema location," is a significant draw for those looking to enjoy Rio's famous coastline.
Beyond its prime location, guests appreciate the hotel's amenities, which contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable stay. While general praise for the "very nice hotel" is common, specific mentions of the outdoor swimming pool and spa and wellness center highlight the hotel's dedication to guest relaxation and recreation. The availability of special diet menus upon request and the option for breakfast in the room further enhance the personalized experience.
Overall, Hotel Arpoador appears to deliver a highly satisfying experience, perfectly blending a superior location with quality facilities and thoughtful services, making it a top recommendation for visitors to Rio de Janeiro.
What guests rated
- Cleanliness
- 8.6
- Staff
- 9.2
- Location
- 9.7
- Comfort
- 8.8
- Value for money
- 7.7
- Wi-Fi
- 7.9
- Breakfast
- 8.7
Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Beachfront
- Airport shuttle
- Restaurant
- Spa and wellness centre
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
- Bar
- Fabulous breakfast