PortoBay Rio de Janeiro

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Porto Bay Hotels & Resorts
8.8 (3764 reviews)
Avenida Atlântica,1500 , Rio de Janeiro , BR
+55 21 2546-8000

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Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location on Copacabana Beach
Outstanding breakfast
Friendly, helpful staff
Rooftop pool/bar with great views
Beach chair/service and attentive beach staff
Cons:
Slow and insufficient elevators
Humidity/moldy smells reported in some rooms
Small bathrooms and limited in-room storage
Noise from street and occasional balcony/door security concerns
Gym/sauna closed for renovation; pool is small

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Mixed reports: several guests reported humidity, moldy or musty smells, old towels and bedding in some rooms, while others described their rooms as clean.
Service
9.7
Consistently praised: many comments about very helpful, friendly and attentive staff (several named employees), good beach service and attentive security.
Location
9.9
Outstanding — repeatedly described as perfect/incredible and directly across from Copacabana Beach; a primary reason guests choose the hotel.
Room Quality
7.8
Mixed: some rooms are spacious with great views, but complaints include small bathrooms, limited closet storage, humidity odors, aging beds in some rooms, and balcony door/security concerns.
Amenities
8.3
Strong rooftop bar and pool with great views, beach chair service; negatives include very small pool, slow/limited elevators and gym/sauna under renovation.
Value for Money
8.7
Generally perceived as good value due to location, staff and breakfast; some guest issues (noise, room condition, renovations) slightly reduce perceived value.
Food and Beverage
9.3
Very positive: breakfast repeatedly described as exceptional with a large assortment and praised hosts; a few logistical issues (timing) prevented some guests from attending.
Overall Experience
9.5
Majority of reviews report a very positive stay — excellent location, views and staff — though a minority reported significant room or facility issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:05

Property Description

Stunning Views and Bossa Nova Music
Boasting breathtaking views of Sugarloaf, Corcovado, and Copacabana beach, PortoBay Rio de Janeiro offers a unique experience. Guests can enjoy exotic drinks with bossa nova music while witnessing Rio's beautiful sunset.

Luxurious Rooms with Sea Views
The 4-star hotel provides rooms with flat-screen cable TV, minibar, and some with private balconies. Whether enjoying panoramic views or relaxing by the sea, guests are guaranteed a comfortable stay.

Culinary Delights and Beach Amenities
Indulge in exotic fruit cocktails at Bossa Lounge or savor international and Brazilian cuisine at La Finestra restaurant. The hotel also offers beach towels, parasols, and chairs for a perfect beach day.

Experience the best of Rio de Janeiro at PortoBay. Book your stay now to enjoy luxury and comfort by the beach.

Important information:

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

The physical credit card used to pay for the booking must be presented at the hotel at check-in.

Please note that the credit card used to make the payment of the reservation must be from one of the guests staying in the room. If this is not the case, please contact the hotel prior to the check-in date.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: GIG

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 3764 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9.7
Location: 9.9
Room Quality: 7.8
Amenities: 8.3
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 9.3
Overall Experience: 9.5
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Maria • couple • at
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2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Valerio • solo_traveller • br
1
Horrível
Pros:

Somente da localização

Cons:

O hotel no geral, as toalhas velhas, roupa de cama fedida, quarto fedido com mofo, cama velha e ruim, na verdade hotel velho, apenas dois elevadores, a única vantagem é a localização do hotel

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • solo_traveller • us
10
Excellent location and view of Copacabana Beach
Pros:

Perfect location very close to the beach and the Copacaba hotel…. Uber drivers easy pick up ! great breakfast- champagne, juice and coffee with massive assortment of food overlooking the beach; helpful staff ! excellent rooftop bar with swimming pool!

Cons:

Security so good that guest need pass or key card yo join for rooftop drinks! 🍹 😝

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Maria • solo_traveller • at
8
Pros:

Tolle Lage, sehr freundliches Personal und köstliches und reichliches Frühstück

Cons:

Die Situation mit dem Aufzug…. Der Aufzug war sehr langsam und man musste lange auf einen Aufzug warten - mühsam, grad wenn man im 15. Stock das Zimmer hat. Und das Regeln des Wassers war auch eine Herausforderung

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Carolina • family_with_children • br
9
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Daniel • family_with_children • de
10
Pros:

Die Lage sehr gute und die Aussicht aus den oberen Zimmern vom Balkon mege schön.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Mark • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Breakfast was exceptional, particularly the host (I think her name was Larissa)

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Jaroslaw • couple • pl
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Corinne • couple • us
10
Enjoyed our stay in Rio
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Slow, small elevators

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Federico • couple • ar
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Alberto • family_with_children • ar
9
Pros:

La ubicación

Cons:

Nada

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Victoria • family_with_children • cl
5
Ubicación increíble, volvería a ir pero en otra habitación que son más cómodas
Pros:

La ubicación, los meseros y los de seguridad de la playa, todos muy amables

Cons:

El baño de la pieza que nos tocó, muy pequeño el tocador, el closet sin cajones para guardar la ropa y mucho olor a humedad

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Joe Dig • family_with_children • it
10
Great staff and location, amazing views
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Sansath • solo_traveller • ch
9
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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RODRIGO • solo_traveller • br
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Dobbins • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Ana • couple • ch
9
Magnífica estancia
Pros:

La amabilidad del personal, las vistas desde la habitación, su rooftop con piscina con preciosas vistas

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Christoph • family_with_children • de
10
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Jose I • couple • us
5
Hotel requires renovation and noise reduction windows, good location
Pros:

Location was good, across the street from the beach, amenities in the bathroom

Cons:

Room was very noisy at night, the additional towels requested were provided the first day, the other days we had to request them again, the hall was humid and there was construction in the room at end of hall, gym wS under construction

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Joaomateus • couple • ch
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee