RARO Ipanema Boutique Hotel
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About this property
Elegant Accommodations: RARO Ipanema Boutique Hotel in Rio de Janeiro offers adults-only rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and city views. Each room includes a minibar, TV, and soundproofing for a comfortable stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests can enjoy a rooftop swimming pool, sun terrace, and lush garden. The hotel features a bar, outdoor seating area, and picnic spots. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Prime Location: Located 12 km from Santos Dumont Airport, the hotel is a 13-minute walk from Ipanema Beach. Nearby attractions include Rodrigo de Freitas Lake (3.8 km) and Sugarloaf Mountain (7 km). Guests can engage in kayaking or canoeing in the surrounding area. Guest Services: The hotel offers private check-in and check-out, a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, daily housekeeping, and full-day security. Breakfast includes a buffet with juice, fresh pastries, cheese, and fruits.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- Terrace
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Garden
- Daily housekeeping
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gabriela
Germany
“The hotel is located at the bottom of a small favela, but very central—only about a 15-minute walk to Ipanema Beach. To get there, you walk uphill for around 7–10 minutes, but it’s worth it. Once at the property, it feels like a quiet green...” - David
United Kingdom
“Fantastic hotel with such great character and charm but the staff really made it for me, all of them were so kind and polite and made you feel like a guest at their home. We booked the sea view room and the view was stunning. Oh and if you’re...” - Delusha
Australia
“Rooftop view is honestly the best we saw in all of Rio” - Annika
United Kingdom
“The staff was super helpful and friendly and the view from the rooftop was amazing. Especially at sunrise. The owners are also really lovely and have the most adorable puppy. Also loved the design of the common areas.” - Emanuël
Germany
“The owner and his staff are super welcoming and friendly people. They did a great effort making this an unforgettable holiday! The hotel is on a great location, a quite street with a great view! And on walking distance to Ipanema beach,...” - Paul
Spain
“This place is absolutely sublime. Chic, tropical luxury in ideal location. The staff are incredible. I cannot wait to come back” - Kevin
Australia
“Really friendly and helpful staff. Bed was comfortable, good AC and shower. Really nice looking hotel and good common areas.” - Paula
Brazil
“Amazing staff! Carol, Alicia and Victor are great! Property was clean. The new owner, Robert, is a great person.” - William
United Kingdom
“The views from the rooms all areas were amazing . The room was clean and large , very spacious . The common areas were we well maintained. The staff were very friendly and excellent for help . The location was very good near shops and bars .” - Marina
Brazil
“Amazing staff, very welcoming and helpful! We loved the location and the rooftop with the pool and the view was a great surprise! We'd definitely stay there again!”
Hotel surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorisation form and present a copy of the person’s ID and credit card.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform RARO Ipanema Boutique Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.