Name: Emiliano Rio
Address: Rio de Janeiro, BR
Price range: From $513

Emiliano Rio, Rio de JaneiroEmiliano Rio in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 4 of 149 hotels we score in Rio de Janeiro. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 4.0, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.5. Rooms from about $513 a night (cached, not a live quote).Emiliano Rio is a five-star hotel situated directly on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro. The property contains 90 rooms designed with Brazilian modernism in mind, many of which include balconies and views of the ocean. Facilities include an outdoor infinity pool, a poolside bar, and an on-site restaurant. The location provides easy access to Avenida Atlantica, local shops, and various dining establishments. It suits travellers seeking a sophisticated beachfront stay, though the balcony panels can be difficult to operate. The hotel is pet friendly and offers valet parking for guests.What stands out

Direct access to Copacabana Beach

Modern Brazilian design

Outdoor infinity pool

Ocean view rooms

Watch out for

Difficult balcony panels

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