Name: Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Address: Rio de Janeiro, BR
Price range: From $236

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroGrand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has a corrected score of 4.0 ± 0.2 (solid evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 8 of 149 hotels we score in Rio de Janeiro. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.2 before correction: Booking.com 3.9, Tripadvisor 4.1, Google 4.5. Rooms from about $236 a night (cached, not a live quote).Located in the Barra da Tijuca neighbourhood, this five-star Hyatt property sits between the mountains, a lagoon, and the ocean. It is positioned directly opposite Barra Beach and provides easy access to the sand. The hotel contains 436 rooms and suites, many featuring furnished balconies and views of the sea. Facilities include two outdoor swimming pools, a spa, a gym, and a golf course. It suits families and business travellers due to the on-site meeting rooms and kids-friendly atmosphere. While the hotel offers various dining options, the food and beverage selection is somewhat limited. The property follows mandatory eco-rules regarding cleaning services.What stands out

Direct beach access

Modern rooms with balconies

On-site spa and gym

Proximity to shopping and parks

Watch out for

Limited dining variety

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