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Our top choices for Gamboa hotels

Reception hall

1. Gamboa Rio Hotel

Gamboa Rio Hotel
3.0 star property
Gamboa
7.0 out of 10, Good, (385 reviews)
"The hotel itself is fairly good. The location doesn't look nice at all. I do feel sorry for them. It is not a dangerous area, but it looks really bad "
United Kingdom
Iraerson Pusceddu Aguiar
The price is AED 144
AED 152 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Gamboa Rio Hotel
Reception hall

2. Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel

Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
3.0 star property
8.8 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (251 reviews)
"Nice location. Icaraí beach is under rated"
Denmark
Rasmus
The price is AED 379
AED 386 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
Matiz Niteroi Design Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

3. H Niteroi Hotel

H Niteroi Hotel
4.0 star property
7.1 km from Gamboa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (994 reviews)
"Great service and very professional staff. Excellent breakfast."
United States
Eumara
The price is AED 434
AED 486 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Aug - 8 Aug
H Niteroi Hotel
View from property

4. Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica

Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica
4.0 star property
5.9 km from Gamboa
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (410 reviews)
"the staff was very nice and the restaurante staff was unbelievable good !!!!"
United States
Antonio
The price is AED 363
AED 370 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel Orizzonte Niterói by Atlantica
Property amenity

5. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.5 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,424 reviews)
"I liked the location a short walk from the ocean also right next to a mall and restaurants ."
United States
Jose
The price is AED 477
AED 500 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

6. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,105 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is AED 193
AED 203 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served

7. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.7 km from Gamboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Excelente "
Brazil
Marlon
The price is AED 284
AED 298 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Aug - 23 Aug
Novotel RJ Santos Dumont
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee

8. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Helpful and friendly front desk staff."
United States
William
The price is AED 248
AED 260 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
Outdoor pool

9. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Windsor Guanabara Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.5 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Excelente hotel"
Brazil
Nelson
The price is AED 310
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
Lobby lounge

10. Hotel OK

Hotel OK
3.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,200 reviews)
"I recommend, is very nice place to stay!"
United States
Wagner
The price is AED 156
AED 164 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Hotel OK
Restaurant

11. Hotel Villa Rica

Hotel Villa Rica
3.5 star property
Lapa, 2.9 km from Gamboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Easy check in process. Clean room and very helpfull reception staff."
Canada
EDUARDO
The price is AED 107
AED 124 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Hotel Villa Rica
Interior entrance

12. Hotel Regina Rio de Janeiro

Hotel Regina Rio de Janeiro
3.0 star property
Flamengo, 4.2 km from Gamboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (501 reviews)
"My mother and nephew love the breakfast and the beds."
United States
Daniele
The price is AED 260
AED 273 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Hotel Regina Rio de Janeiro
Front of property

13. Elegance Praia Hotel

Elegance Praia Hotel
3.5 star property
Flamengo, 4.2 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Solid rooms for the price, good breakfast choices."
United States
Matjaz
The price is AED 219
AED 230 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Elegance Praia Hotel
Reception

14. Hotel Art Lapa

Hotel Art Lapa
3.0 star property
Lapa, 2.4 km from Gamboa
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (486 reviews)
"It was a great location in Lapa"
United States
Ana Sofia
The price is AED 117
AED 123 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Art Lapa
View from property

15. Américas Granada Hotel

Américas Granada Hotel
3.5 star property
Lapa, 2.2 km from Gamboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,810 reviews)
"Great hotel very central "
United States
Michael
The price is AED 179
AED 188 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Américas Granada Hotel
Outdoor pool

16. Fluminense Hotel

Fluminense Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.3 km from Gamboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (676 reviews)
"Excellent and comfortable stay."
Canada
Moises Akhnaton
The price is AED 220
AED 231 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sep
Fluminense Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

17. Casa Nova Hotel

Casa Nova Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, good staff. "
Canada
Kachi
The price is AED 205
AED 216 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Casa Nova Hotel
Reception

18. Royal Regency Palace Hotel

Royal Regency Palace Hotel
3.5 star property
Catete, 4.2 km from Gamboa
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,247 reviews)
"I traveled with my three daughters for a girls trip. It was in a good area for shopping and eating. The hospitality was amazing and the breakfast options were great. My only disappointment was the water pressure in the shower."
United States
Sherri
The price is AED 253
AED 265 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Royal Regency Palace Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

19. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Windsor Asturias Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was friendly…"
United States
SAMUEL
The price is AED 310
AED 357 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Aug - 2 Aug
Windsor Asturias Hotel
Outdoor pool, sun loungers

20. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
4.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"The hotel is very nice and the staff was really friendly. The room was a little basic but it was spacious and there was nothing really to complain about!"
United States
David
The price is AED 350
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
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Where to stay in Gamboa

Find the best Gamboa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, water reflections, and a hill in the background.

Copacabana

Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations.

A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

Ipanema

Surrounded by elegant development, Ipanema's beach boasts vibrant beach culture, with daily gatherings of surfers, sunbathers, and sports enthusiasts. Stroll along the grid-like streets to explore world-class restaurants, shops, and the bustling Ipanema Hippie Market.

A beach with people, umbrellas, and a large mountain in the background.

Barra da Tijuca

Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travelers 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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

Leblon

Wealthy and cosmopolitan, this South Zone gem boasts sights like Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Morro Dois Irmãos, and Jardim de Alah channel. Enjoy lively nightlife with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.

Top Gamboa Hotel Reviews

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

8/10 Good
"Perfect location and great breakfast and views from the rooftop areas."
Penelope 4-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Gamboa?
Gamboa is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants. Be sure to check out AquaRio and Guanabara Bay as part of your Gamboa travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Gamboa?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Gamboa Rio Hotel is the highest ranked property in Gamboa. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gamboa, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Gamboa.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gamboa?
For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Gamboa, head over to our customer service page.
What are the top things to see and do in Gamboa?
AquaRio, Yup Star, and Centro Cultural José Bonifácio are family favorites to check out in Gamboa. You could also plan a visit to Guanabara Bay or Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival while you're in the neighborhood. D-Edge RIO, Bar Dellas, and Valongo Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gamboa. When you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Centro Cultural Ação da Cidadania and Sacadura 154 are also worth a stop.
How can I get around Gamboa and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?
If you want to see more of the city, Utopia AquaRio Tram Stop is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Harmonia Tram Stop and Parada dos Navios - Valongo Tram Stop.

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