The Best Hotels in Sao Francisco, Rio de Janeiro - 2026 Updated Prices

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Where to stay in Sao Francisco

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Copacabana

Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.

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Ipanema

Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.

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Barra da Tijuca

If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.

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Leblon

Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travellers 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.

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Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Windsor Leme Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful hotel, large, very clean, bathroom hot water and great shower, beautiful view of beach, staff fantastic. Breakfast brilliant, shout out to Francisco always said hello and stopped to chat. Andrei chef, great omelettes and fried eggs. Priscilla, helpful when we had an incident in room, very polite , thank you all!!"

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

2/10 Terrible

"I booked a ocean view room but when I arrived the hotel staff provide me a handicap room on the third floor with no view to the ocean; I complained and the changed me to another room on the same floor with view to the bar and pool ... I had complained and finally got the room I paid for. Also, every single morning out of the 5 days the maintenance crew was banging and using electrical tools - I complained but no solution was offered. The area where they serve breakfast was under maintenance also and the noice was strong - I complained but the lady on charge of the staff told me that they can not do anything because they cannot stop the maintenance ... this was at 10:00am ... the time for breakfast was until 10:30am ... they couldn't wait to start the maintenance until breakfast time was over .... I regret choosing that 500 dollars night hotel just to have issues with not providing me the correct room and all the noice for maintenance ...."

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent

"I loved this hotel! We had the most beautiful floor to ceiling window view of the beach, the favelas and Christ the Redeemer! The hotel was located in a pretty good location a little further from Copacabana and Ipanema but was still a nice neighborhood with Sao Conrado beach right across the street. The amenities at the hotel were great! The breakfast had a lot of options but just was okay. Overall I would book again!"

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

6/10 Okay

"They advertise a balcony with the room! It's a 2 ft ledge you can barely stand on! You also get a kettle for hot water but no cups etc. The pictures and description of the rooms were very deceiving considering the price. The room was not very clean and had mold in the shower. Our first room didn't have a working tv and was smaller then what was advertised so they moved us! Second room wasn't much better! They did fix the fact we had no not water! The breakfast was big but not very inviting! Most of the front desk employees were very helpful. But when we arrived with our luggage (2 women over 65!) The guy at the door just stood there as we struggled to get our suitcases up the side ramp! We should of left then!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Sao Francisco like?

Sao Francisco is a neighbourhood that travellers like for its beaches. Are you looking for Sao Francisco travel tips? Make sure that you visit Sao Francisco Beach and Icarai Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sao Francisco, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is 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 you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available in Sao Francisco.

What is there to do around this Niteroi neighbourhood?

Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Sao Francisco Beach, Icarai Beach and Praia de Charitas while you're in Sao Francisco. A visit to Guanabara Bay is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Basilica de Nossa Senhora Auxiliadora, Caio Martins Stadium and Centro Cultural La Salle are just a few of the places to visit in and around Sao Francisco. UFF Art Center and Praia do Cais are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Niteroi.

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Where to stay in Sao Francisco

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Leblon

Botafogo

Top Sao Francisco Hotel Reviews

Windsor Leme Hotel

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