Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

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

Pros:
Excellent location and sea views (Copacabana)
Rooftop pool / pool deck with outstanding views
Friendly and helpful staff (many positive mentions)
Plentiful breakfast reported by several guests
Cons:
Cleanliness issues: mold, damp carpets, poor housekeeping
Rooms and bathrooms are dated / wear and tear
Inconsistent food/breakfast service and staff attitude in some shifts
Operational problems: elevators/security concerns, refund issues, occasional broken amenities (e.g., jacuzzi)

Categories

Cleanliness
5
Multiple reviews report mold, damp carpets, visible dirt, hair in shower and inconsistent housekeeping (e.g., floors not vacuumed, soap not replenished) — overall clearly negative on cleanliness.
Service
9.5
Several guests praise staff as friendly and helpful (check-in to check-out); isolated reports of grumpy restaurant/breakfast staff and front-desk/security limitations, but overall service sentiment is strongly positive.
Location
9.5
Consistently noted as excellent: beachfront / sea views, Copacabana views and very good emplacement across multiple reviews.
Room Quality
6
Numerous comments about old/outdated rooms, worn carpets, bathroom issues (old fixtures, poor exhaust, shower drainage problems) and occasional dampness — room quality is below expected for a five-star property.
Amenities
9.5
Rooftop pool/deck, VIP breakfast lounge for suite categories and good pool views are highlighted positively; a few functional problems noted (e.g., jacuzzi plug missing), but amenities are overall a strong point.
Value for Money
6.5
Several guests feel the hotel does not meet five-star expectations (price/quality concerns, worn facilities), indicating below-par value for money.
Food and Beverage
8
Mixed reports: some describe a plentiful, excellent breakfast buffet; others report poor breakfast quality, early clearing and staff attitude issues — overall slightly positive but mixed.
Overall Experience
10
Despite several recurring maintenance and cleanliness issues, many guests describe their stay as excellent or memorable ("best mini holidays", 'increíble experiencia', very positive suite/pool experiences), resulting in a very positive overall impression.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:06

Property Description

Stunning Beachfront Location
Situated beachfront to Copacabana beach, Rio Othon Palace offers a luxurious stay with a rooftop pool overlooking Sugarloaf Mountain and a well-equipped fitness centre.

Elegant Accommodations
Each air-conditioned room features a balcony, cable TV, and minibar, with some rooms offering breathtaking sea views and a spacious seating area for relaxation.

Culinary Delights and Convenience
Guests can enjoy a delicious breakfast on the 3rd floor with panoramic sea views, dine at the Skylab Restaurant and Bar for Brazilian and international cuisine, and benefit from free WiFi access throughout the property.

Ready to experience the beauty and luxury of Rio Othon Palace? Book your stay now and create unforgettable memories by the beach.

Important information:

For any special request, such as baby cots, extra beds and bed type, guests must contact Rio Othon Palace directly. Confirmation will be given upon check-in and is subject to availability.

Children and teenagers under 18 years old are required to present identification and must be accompanied by parents, guardians, or have permission of the Juvenile Court, in case of traveling with others.

Parking spaces have an additional cost and are subject to availability at the moment of arrival. The hotel´s private parking facility does not accommodate armored vehicles, vehicles with height superior to 6.1 feet, motorcycles or any kind of bicycle.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
Based on 13811 reviews
Cleanliness: 5
Service: 9.5
Location: 9.5
Room Quality: 6
Amenities: 9.5
Value for Money: 6.5
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 10
A
Ana Carolina • family_with_children • br
5
Funcionários do restaurante mal humorados
Pros:

Piscina é vista

Cons:

Quarto velho, ar não funciona, roupas de cama e travesseiros ruins

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
O
Oscar • extended_group • ec
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Ivana • family_with_children • cz
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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TEÓFILO • solo_traveller • br
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
C
cristina • family_with_children • cl
5
Cons:

El baño tenía filtración de agua…todo mojado.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Guy-Claude • couple • ch
7
Pros:

Emplacement top

Cons:

Chambres anciennes et vieillottes
Moquette sale
Peut être des puces de lits .. tout le moins très probable

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
N
Nádia François • family_with_children • br
7
Valeu a pena, mas ficou abaixo do esperado, até porque já tinha me hospedado neste hotel antes.
Pros:

A localização é excelente. A vista para o mar é incrível, assim como a cordialidade da equipe, inclusive da camareira que nos atendeu.

Cons:

A qualidade do hotel, de forma geral, não corresponde a uma classificação cinco estrelas. Os elevadores não têm controle de acesso aos andares, ainda que o hotel disponibilize um segurança num dos acesso à area de elevadores, mas em momentos de pico, ele não tem como analisar todos os transeuntes. Isso fragiliza a segurança no hotel. No quarto em que fiquei, a qualidade dos lençóis e das toalhas também desejam a desejar para um cinco estrelas, ainda que estivessem limpos e em estado de uso. As instalações dentro do quarto também compõem um quadro abaixo da classificação hoteleira atual.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
A
Alonso • extended_group • pe
2
Not coming back
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Elevators are a mess. I am still waiting for my refund for 1 room I cancelled on time, its been a month.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
P
perez • family_with_children • cl
10
Soñado
Pros:

Increíble experiencia, cómodo lindo y bufet espectacular

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
P
Philippe • family_with_children • br
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
E
Erik • couple • at
9
Einfach toll - jederzeit gerne wieder!
Pros:

Die Aussicht vom Pool-Deck im 30. Stock ist unüberbietbar . Wir hatten ein Suite-Eckzimmer mit freiem Blick auf das Meer und die Copacabana bis hin zum Zuckerhut - einfach grandios!
Ab Suiten-Kategorie ist auch die VIP-Lounge am Dach zum Frühstück inkludiert.
Mitarbeiter sehr freundlich und bemüht.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Campos • solo_traveller • br
8
Melhor Mini Férias do ano
Pros:

Café da manhã farto e de boa quantidade. Sendo reposto até ás 9:30. Quarto grande e com uma pequena varanda com vista lateral para a praia e o forte de Copacabana. Tv grande e com Streming. Funcionários prestativos e muito funcionais, do Check-in ao check-out

Cons:

Banheiro antigo com bidê que estava funcionando meio boca. O exaustor do vapor do banheiro acredito que tb não esteja funcionando. Uma parte do tapete do quarto sempre úmido durante os 5 dias de estadia.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
L
Luciana • couple • br
4
Muito barulho e mal organizado
Pros:

Cama confortavel

Cons:

Hotel muito bagunçado
Cafe da manha ruim

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
A
Alessandra • family_with_children • nl
5
Slechte prijs/kwaliteit verhouding
Pros:

Het dakterras met zwembad

Cons:

Ontzettend uitgewoond en muf

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
L
Leticia • extended_group • ar
8
Río-Libertadores🇦🇹
Pros:

La ubicación, las instalaciones. Muy correctos todo el personal del lobby .

Cons:

La predisposición del personal del desayuno. No tienen una mínima actitud de buena onda. Los vi siempre con mala cara y a las 10.02 ya te están levantando el todo. No me gustó para nada.

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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L.B. • family_with_children • it
7
Pros:

Camera bellissima, posizione perfetta , colazione ottima

Cons:

La pulizia scarsa della camera..mai aspirato i pavimenti, solo il bagno, mai potuto usare idromassaggio per mancanza del tappo chiusa vasca, richiedo mai portato, cena compresa in mezza pensione, non alla altezza ,solo un primo, riso, due secondi e in una settimana più o meno sempre quelli...

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Wendy • couple • gb
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
G
Gabriela Abigail • couple • mx
10
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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laurent • family_with_children • fr
4
Pas du tout un palace !
Pros:

Emplacement et vue

Cons:

Hôtel tres vétuste , sale mal entretenu moisissure présente dans la salle de bain et sur les plafond de la chambre. Ménage qui laisse à désirer

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
C
cedric • family_with_children • fr
7
Bel emplacement mais chambres vétustes
Pros:

Hôtel bien placé, bon accueil, petit-déjeuner varié. Literie confortable

Cons:

Les chambres sont vieillottes. Problème d’évacuation de la douche, moisissures. Les chambres ne sont pas insonorisées.

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee