Name: South American Hotel
Address: Rio de Janeiro, BR
Price range: From $64

South American Hotel, Rio de JaneiroSouth American Hotel in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil has a corrected score of 3.1 ± 0.3 (fair evidence, 3 of 4 platforms), ranked 105 of 149 hotels we score in Rio de Janeiro. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.1 before correction: Booking.com 3.5, Tripadvisor 2.3, Google 3.5. Rooms from about $64 a night (cached, not a live quote).The South American Hotel is a four-star establishment situated between Copacabana and Ipanema beaches in Rio de Janeiro. It serves travellers looking for central access to local shops, restaurants, and the General Osorio metro station. The property features a rooftop pool, a sun terrace, a fitness centre, and a sauna. Guests can access air-conditioned rooms with in-room Wi-Fi and a daily breakfast. While the hotel offers functional amenities and a modern interior, some guests may find the street noise audible through the windows. The hotel is well-placed for those who prefer walking to nearby coastal attractions and transport links.What stands out

Rooftop pool and sun terrace

Near metro and beaches

Daily breakfast included

On-site fitness centre

Watch out for

Street noise through windows

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