Top 10 Hotels in Zona Central from AED 89 - Competitive Prices

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A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

A rooftop infinity pool with lounge chairs and tables, overlooking a coastal view with a prominent mountain.

A modern indoor dining area with wooden furniture, palm trees, and a view of the city at night.

A rooftop bar with a wooden deck, three blue bar stools, and a bar counter with various bottles and glasses.

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Marcos

AED 421

AED 442 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

A gym with treadmills, a stationary bike, and a rowing machine.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and large windows offering a city view.

A restaurant with a distinctive awning and a large illuminated entrance.

2. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Larissa

AED 279

AED 321 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

A building with hanging planters and a well-maintained garden.

A poolside bar with outdoor seating and a view of the pool area.

A reception area with a glass counter, a decorative bowl with fruits, and a person writing on a notepad.

3. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Kenneth

AED 375

AED 394 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

A modern hotel lobby with a long, polished floor, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and a bar.

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, a bar area with stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel.

A modern lobby with a seating area, a bar, and a large screen.

4. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa

Dorota

AED 212

AED 223 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

A hallway with patterned tiles, a staircase, and a framed painting on the wall.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden headboard, a door, and a window.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

5. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa

Onsby

AED 122

AED 128 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a view of a mountain and water, and a balcony with chairs.

A hotel reception area with a curved counter, a staircase, and a decorative iron gate.

6. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Edimar T

AED 239

AED 251 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

A hotel lobby with wooden shelves holding towels, a vase, and a bowl. There are exercise machines in the background.

A modern rooftop terrace with seating and potted plants, offering a city view.

A modern living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

7. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

Porto Maravilha

Mary

AED 370

AED 428 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and a prominent building with a purple-lit facade.

A buffet with various food items including fruits, vegetables, and meats.

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by large windows offering city views.

A tall hotel building with a modern glass facade and a sign reading "GRANADA HOTEL".

8. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa

agin

AED 206

AED 227 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

A utility room with a large white cabinet labeled 'BEACH.BOX,' electrical panels, a green door, and a row of wooden stools.

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a heater, a coat rack, and a door leading to another room.

A hotel hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and various informational signs.

9. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Brayan Axel

AED 91

AED 96 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

A gym with treadmills, exercise bikes, and a mirrored wall.

A hotel room with a bathroom, two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

The Novotel hotel entrance with a modern facade, large pillars, and a Brazilian flag.

10. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

megillo

AED 289

AED 303 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

The exterior of a hotel with a prominent 'ibis' sign, a glass entrance, and potted plants in front.

A beachside promenade with palm trees, beach umbrellas, and a tiled walkway.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a green wall with an easel and poster.

11. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Thiago

AED 197

AED 206 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

A modern high-rise building with a glass facade, multiple floors, and a prominent entrance at the base.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned floor, seating areas, and a reception desk.

12. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Ariel

AED 273

AED 314 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Nov - 15 Nov

A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

A lobby with marble walls, a chandelier, and two elevators.

A bakery counter with various pastries and desserts displayed in a glass case, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles and condiments.

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, potted plants, and a view of surrounding buildings.

13. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Wagner

AED 181

AED 190 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A building facade with a storefront labeled "ART LAPA" at number 200.

A modern living room with a curved sofa, a small round table, and a potted plant.

A modern interior with a self-service beverage fridge stocked with bottled water, beer, and wine. There are black chairs and a table in the foreground, and a patterned wall in the background.

A multi-level interior with hanging spherical lights, potted plants, and patterned wall designs.

14. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa

Andrew

AED 121

AED 127 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a large umbrella, and potted plants.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, hanging plants, and a TV screen on the wall.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a hot tub.

A cityscape with buildings, a street, and a window with a flower.

15. Fluminense Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Moises Akhnaton

AED 245

AED 257 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A rooftop pool with clear blue tiles, a white sculpture, and a modern building with a glass facade.

A buffet with various food options and beverages, arranged in a spacious dining area with wooden paneling and a large tree decoration.

A swimming pool with a water feature, tiled walls, and a metal ladder.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, two glass-top tables, and contemporary seating.

16. Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Christoph

AED 138

AED 152 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool in the foreground.

A white building with ornate iron gates and a street lamp.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

A dining area with tables set for a meal, overlooking a pool and a scenic view of the mountains and water at night.

17. Vila Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa

Igor

AED 2,062

AED 2,371 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A buffet setup with various food items and utensils.

A modern hotel lobby with a wooden table and chairs, a potted plant, and a blue wall with directional arrows.

A hotel lobby with a self-service beverage station, snack shelves, and a pastry display.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, window, and a television.

18. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

Rio de Janeiro Centro

John

AED 175

AED 183 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Oct - 17 Oct

A room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a TV on the wall.

A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a ceiling with a hanging light fixture. There are doors with shutters on either side, and a table with a vase on the right.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical foliage.

A balcony with wooden flooring and two black chairs, a white building with decorative trim, and a tree in the background.

19. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

Santa Teresa

Frank

AED 366

AED 385 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A sunlit deck with two lounge chairs, a hot tub, and a glass-enclosed view of a body of water and distant landscape.

A modern hotel building with a glass facade and the name "NOVOTEL" displayed prominently.

A modern restaurant with long communal tables, wooden chairs, and black pendant lights.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamp, and a glass shower enclosure.

20. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

Porto Maravilha

Valeria

AED 296

AED 311 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a sofa, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A library with wooden bookshelves, a round table, and several chairs.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

360 Rio Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Convenient, affordable room to stay. But most of the stores nearby are closed on weekend."

Apartment

A room with a pool table, a piano, and a round table.

A bedroom with two beds, artwork on the walls, and a bookshelf.

A modern interior with a white and blue striped cabinet, a kitchen area with a kettle, and a living room with a sofa.

A modern bedroom with a sofa, a desk, and a chair.

RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"The rooms were clean, everything was great and in working condition. Specially the staff was very friendly and helpful,"

Apartment

A modern bedroom with a bed, a grey sofa, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A modern living room with a dining area, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A modern hotel room with a wooden dining table, a sofa, a bed, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area visible in the background with a table and chairs.

Tabas Cena Carioca

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Apartment

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with balconies and a staircase.

A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, a small stool, and a view of the outside.

A living room with a sofa, a TV, a fan, and a small table with a plant.

A dining table set with clear glass plates, silverware, and a centerpiece of white flowers.

Apto moderno com miniquintal e piscina

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Ficamos 28 dias no apartamento e tivemos uma excelente experiência. O espaço é muito confortável, bem organizado, limpo e exatamente como apresentado nas fotos. A localização no Centro é ótima, com fácil acesso a tudo. Fomos muito bem recebidos pelo Matheus e por todos os funcionários do Condomínio tivemos toda a atenção necessária durante a estadia. Sentimo-nos verdadeiramente em casa e só temos a agradecer pelo carinho e pela hospitalidade. Com certeza recomendamos e voltaríamos a nos...

Apartment

A grand interior with a central glass dome ceiling, multiple dining areas, and a reflective floor.

A covered outdoor area with columns, a metal fence, and a parked car.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain, numerous boats in the harbor, and a mix of urban and natural landscapes.

A large, open atrium with a grid-like ceiling structure and colorful stained glass panels on the walls.

Lapinha 40 graus

Lapa

"I had a great time the staff is cool and respectful I felt like I was on my own apartament I think I will be coming back again me and my kids."

Aparthotel

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'ELOHIM RESIDENTIAL,' potted plants, a doormat, and a tiled floor.

A compact living space with a sofa, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a small balcony.

A modern living room with a round dining table, chairs, a TV, and a sofa.

A kitchen with a black countertop, white cabinets, and a marble backsplash.

Elohim Residencial

Rio de Janeiro Centro

"Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area"

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A crowded outdoor event with a large dragon float and performers.

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

8.4/10 (826 reviews)

Catch an event at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A historic building with arches and a modern skyscraper in the background.

Arcos da Lapa

8.2/10 (420 reviews)

Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Arcos da Lapa. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A modern building with a pool and people walking along a waterfront promenade.

Museum of Tomorrow

8.8/10 (1,649 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Museum of Tomorrow during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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A colorful staircase with tiles spelling out "Rio de Janeiro."

Selarón Steps

9.0/10 (19 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro with a visit to Selarón Steps. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A modern architectural structure with a unique design featuring concrete pillars and large windows.

Museum of Modern Art

8.6/10 (237 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Museum of Modern Art during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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A grand opera house with ornate columns and golden statues.

Municipal Theater

8.0/10 (19 reviews)

You can make plans for a show at Municipal Theater during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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AquaRio

8.2/10 (27 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at AquaRio during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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São Januário Stadium

Catch an event at São Januário Stadium during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beautiful beaches or discover the area's mountain views.

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Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro, with the cityscape and Guanabara Bay in the background.

Top Zona Central Hotel Reviews

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

8/10 Good

"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for those traveling solo on business trips or for consulate interviews. The staff are very helpful. Juliana was there during my stay, and she was amazing helping me and my husband printing a lot of paperwork we needed for our consulate interview! We did everything by foot. 10min from the airport, mall and 8min from consulate. All walking distance. Highly recommend this hotel."

Hotel Atlântico Prime

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel and helpful staff! Also walkable in Lapa!"

Downtown Santana Hotel

8/10 Good

"This room was very small, but clean, and the staff was helpful. You do have to carry your luggage up a set of stairs."

Hotel Art Lapa

8/10 Good

"Good location for some of Rio’s key tourist attractions. Also close to bars and noisy nightlife. Area has many vagrants and people sleeping rough and constant smell of urine."

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

10/10 Excellent

"Good rooms, everything was pretty clean. Close enough to everything I had to visit."

Hotel Monte Alegre

10/10 Excellent

"El staff de recepción son muy atentos cuando pueden ayudar. Desayuno muy bien. Ubicación cerca del centro para curtir el Río cultural. , histórico y arquitectura de varios periodos."

Hotel OK

10/10 Excellent

"The team at this hotel went above and beyond to assist me during my stay. I would like to thank each and everyone at the front desk and front area that helped me while I was there. Special shout out to Rodrigo, Questa and the two gentlemen (one of them of African decent) that worked the desk and lobby the evening of August 22nd. They were very kind and super helpful as well. Thanks everyone for making this an amazing vacation."

Hotel Villa Rica

10/10 Excellent

"Easy check in process. Clean room and very helpfull reception staff."

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Hospedagem Rio Lapa

Rua André Cavalcanti Rio de Janeiro RJ

AED 85

AED 89 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very Good! (21 reviews)

Hospedagem Ledo

Rua Gonçalves Ledo 5 Rio de Janeiro RJ

AED 96

AED 101 total

19 Oct - 20 Oct

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Americano

Rua Joaquim Silva 69, Lapa Rio de Janeiro RJ

AED 114

AED 131 total

22 Oct - 23 Oct

includes taxes & fees

6.6/10 (441 reviews)

Solar Centro

R. Buenos Aires, 20 Rio de Janeiro RJ

AED 193

AED 202 total

5 Nov - 6 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Hostel Casa Aprazível

Rua Aprazível, 5 Rio de Janeiro RJ

AED 288

AED 302 total

21 Oct - 22 Oct

includes taxes & fees

HOTEL MONTE CASTELO LTDA.

R. Cândido Mendes, 201 Rio de Janeiro RJ

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Our top choices for Zona Central hotels

1. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

2. Windsor Asturias Hotel

3. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

4. Casa Nova Hotel

5. Hotel Monte Alegre

6. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

7. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

8. Américas Granada Hotel

9. Downtown Santana Hotel

10. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

11. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

12. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

13. Hotel OK

14. Hotel Art Lapa

15. Fluminense Hotel

16. Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

17. Vila Santa Teresa

18. ibis budget Rio de Janeiro Centro

19. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

20. Novotel RJ Porto Atlântico

Vacation Rentals in Zona Central

360 Rio Santos Dumont

RioDowntown Hub by RNC Flats

Tabas Cena Carioca

Apto moderno com miniquintal e piscina

Lapinha 40 graus

Elohim Residencial

Stay near popular Zona Central attractions

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

Arcos da Lapa

Museum of Tomorrow

Selarón Steps

Museum of Modern Art

Municipal Theater

AquaRio

São Januário Stadium

Learn more about Zona Central

Top Zona Central Hotel Reviews

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Hotel Atlântico Prime

Downtown Santana Hotel

Hotel Art Lapa

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel OK

Hotel Villa Rica

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Hospedagem Rio Lapa

Hospedagem Ledo

Hotel Americano

Solar Centro

Hostel Casa Aprazível

HOTEL MONTE CASTELO LTDA.

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