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Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
Boutique hotel in Gavea with spa and outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Basic Studio, 1 Bedroom, City View, Ground Floor | Living area
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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View
Deluxe Suite (*three*)

Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Airport transfer
  • Free breakfast
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Airport shuttle

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Kitchen
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

Presidential Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Lake View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
  • 55 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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About the area

Map
R. Sérgio Porto, 85, Gávea, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22451-430

What's nearby

  • Shopping de Gavea - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden - 10 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Leblon Beach - 15 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Ipanema Beach - 18 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Christ the Redeemer - 25 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 17 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 25 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 39 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 13 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Flag Square Station - 14 min drive
  • Maracana Station - 14 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Shopping centre shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirante Rocinha - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Eruditus Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Novo Visual - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪99 Sushi Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Na Medida - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel

At Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Avenida Atlantica and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in massages, facials or body treatments, and Gavea Tropical serves breakfast. This boutique hotel also features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness centre and a hot tub.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 6 rooms
  • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
  • Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
  • Parents traveling with a child under 18 must present the child’s birth certificate and photo ID (passport for travelers who are not citizens of Brazil) upon check-in. If only one parent or legal guardian is traveling with the child, that parent or legal guardian must also present a notarized consent of travel signed by both parents. Visitors who plan to travel with children should consult with a Brazilian consulate office prior to travel for further guidance.

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Up to 2 children (5 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
  • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • On-site parking is limited

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

  • Area shuttle*
  • Shopping centre shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–11 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Shared microwave
  • Room service

Travelling with children

  • Children stay for free (see details)

What to do

  • Ecotours nearby

Working away

  • Computer station
  • Conference space (538 square feet)

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Limo or town car service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Porch
  • 24-hour fitness centre
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Handrails in stairwells
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 21-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Dressing gowns

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Partially open bathroom
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body treatments and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a hot tub. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Dining

Gavea Tropical – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Reservations are required.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BRL 120 per vehicle (return)
  • Local area shuttle and shopping centre shuttle services are offered for an extra charge
  • Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of BRL 100 (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years of age must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information.

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is BRL 120 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of BRL 100 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel and nearby?
Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a 24-hour fitness centre and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, Gavea Tropical.
Does Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchen is available in every room, and also includes a fridge.
Does Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony.
What's the area around Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel like?
Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel is in Gavea, a short 16-minute walk from Tijuca National Park.

Gavea Tropical Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Very good

very nice, and off the beaten path
The hotel is up the hill away from the madness of the beach and downtown areas, but still a 15 minute walk to the heart of Gavea and a 15 minute cab ride (download Uber or app called "99" before you go!) to Ipanema and Leblon. Everyone at the hotel is friendly and helpful. The breakfast each morning is superb, especially when the monkeys come and join you. The pool is small but the hot tub is great (you have to ask them to heat it up 40 minutes in advance, though, and they shut it down early - at 10pm even on weekends). The view from the balcony in our room and from the gym is one of the best in all of Rio!
Andrew, 4-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely boutique hotel with great views
Brilliantly run, very friendly, delicious breakfasts. Great views - but that does mean you do mostly need taxis to get around.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Comfortable boutique hotel in the trees
Our family stayed here for two weeks. We were pleased with the friendly staff and comfortable room. The setting is beautiful - tucked away in the trees and separate from the beaches, whilst still close. Monkeys came to eat bananas from our hands in the mornings.
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely local and friendly hotel.
It is a lovely and friendly hotel, the staffs are really nice and the view is beautiful!! Staffs were so helpful and our stay went smoothly, we also stayed with our children and they enjoyed their stay. It is a bit far away from the beach but the room comfort and view is lovely. Good value for money as well I must say. Breakfast is typical Brazilian and it was very nice, fresh fruits are lovely!!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great area of Rio very different from the tourist beach scene.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gavea Boutique Heaven on Earth B&B
5 Star B&B!! We loved this place! Amazing omelettes for breakfast=Check, Feeding the baby monkeys=Check, Sweet view of the Christ Statue=Check, Hot Tub=Check!! This helped make our 1st trip to Rio that much more memorable! Now, trying to find the place can be quite an adventure! But its only 10 min. from Ipanema, AND away from the crowds. Book it before it sells out!!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Amazing hotel, few cons
This hotel was the highlight of our trip to South America. The suites were amazing. Dont get the villa though. Pros: Gorgeous views and we got to feed little monkeys every morning! My better half absolutely loved this. The rooms were well decorated and clean. Get a suite and pay the extra $10-20 per night. Its well worth it. Customer service was top notch. Being a boutique hotel we regularly interacted with the owner and manager, both of whom were very helpful and spoke English! Con: We originally booked the villa. The Villa is actually a smaller room rigjt above the street. No scenic view unless you like a dirt hill. The sewage from the street had a tendency to linger in the Villa if you left the doors closed. We moved to the suite (next size up) the first day. Perfect for couples even though it can fit more.
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Room smells like a sewer
Stayed in room #7 which is advertised as a Villa. The room could be good if it didn't smell terribly, didn't have a mosquito pest and didn't need to escalate very steep steps to the lobby area, maybe 70 steps. The staff is very nice but impossible to compensate for not being able to sleep at night.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

a hotel in the city with a real tropical feel
my husband and i had a relaxing pleasant stay the staff are first class and really helpful nothing was too much trouble .
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

Disappointed with the hotel
The hotel details showed a room for 5. It only had one double bed and a sofa bed that is very uncomfortable. The baths did not have any doors, so there was no privacy for anyone who wanted to take a bath or use the toilet. It shows that is is 0.3 miles from Leblon, but it is much further and there is a Favela slums directly above the hotel. We had to move out, and the owner promised us a reimbursement for the difference. But when I requested one from Expedia, the owner did not give the difference that was owed.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Serene and outstanding view
I believe this hotel is the best kept secrete in Rio...no party scene around. It is tucked away in a mountain in Gavea neighborhood. This hotel caters to visitors who appreciate superb personal customer service as well as beautiful city views... You MUST upgrade your room to obtain the view! The hotel rooms are spotless; I was very pleased about it since I am somewhat of a "germ freak." The complementary breakfast is quite complete. Sipping my coffee in the breakfast area and watching the small monkeys being fed by the staff was my favorite part of the morning. The setup of the hotel is in 6 or 7 levels, one to three rooms per level. There is a lot of walking involved so if you have difficulty walking, this will not be the hotel for you. I personally loved the exercise of going up and down the stairs; however, as much as I loved the hotel, I would not be able to bring my elderly father here. We stayed here a week and loved every minute of it; however, the hotel it is not perfect... a little too much chlorine in the Jacuzzi, lol, and the wireless internet drops from time to time... made us remember that there is no perfect world, lol. Rauber and Flavia, the managers, are multilingual and always are available and willing to help with suggestions of where to go or how to get there. I fell in love with every single staff member of this hotel; they are wonderful and are very gracious people. I will definitely come back to visit them again!
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Gave a Hotel Tropicana
It was a wonderful experience. We felt like we were on our honeymoon. The Staff was amazing and very helpful. The only downfall was it was difficult to get Internet but other than that we loved the place.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Personal touch - great staff - wonderful stay!
Our family of 4 stayed in the suite at the Gavea Tropical and we had a FABULOUS time! We got to know the staff quickly and appreciated their helpful recommendations on where to go and how to get around. Wonderful breakfast every morning and delightful visiting monkeys on the patio, We never would have had this type of experience in a high rise on the beach. Many thanks to Zoila, Henrique, and Silas for truly making our vacation special. I would definitely recommend this hotel.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning views from the balcony
Arrived a little bit shell shocked as taxi driver had trouble finding hotel - but all worthwhile when waking to such a spectacular view. We soon got our bearings and walked into Gavea and Leblon each day - taxi ride home as hills are steep. The staff at Gavea Tropical Boutique do everything in their power to make your stay as enjoyable as possible with a very friendly attitude - fresh towels each day, wonderful breakfasts - but the views in all directions make this hotel a little piece of heaven!
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Tranquiity Away from the Beaches
Very small, yet very tranquil away from the beach fronts and with a wonderful vista looking down over Rio. Comfortable, clean and the staff were warm and friendly. Yes, all the basics of a good hotel, but this is not your normal hotel, If you want to experience something a little different away from the normal sanitised, formal blandness of the 'chain' hotels, then this is a little treat for the more adventurous, romantic hearted traveller. It does lack all the facilities of a big chain hotel, but who really needs to go to the gym and then dress fomally to go to dinner, when you can have a wonderful uniquely designed room, with a small veranda overlooking Rio and with Christ the Redeemer keeping an eye on you too. The manager, Kyle, has a great grasp of english and is very welcoming which makes you feel relaxed, before you even get to your room. I was just a little disappointed I was only there for one night, with my lovely lady and 1 year old son .. so the 'romance' had to be put on hold, but a cot was placed our room ( I had arranged this before I arrived) and he did sleep soundly, so we did get a chance to sit out and watch the lights of Rio twinlking in the background.. The one issue which may be a problem to the less fit among us is that it is only accessed by narrow stone stairways; if you don't travel light, don't worry the handyman/porter will carry everything to your room as he did for us!! I hope I can return one day child free.. and soon.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect Rio Experience
The staff at the hotel are amazing, everyone is welcoming and willing to help however they can. The view of the room is priceless, I could see the Christ from my balcony and the mountains were always lit by the city. I fell in love with Rio, and when I return I will be going back to the same hotel.
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

ok
difficult place to find, requires better directions
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It was a nice hotel; however its location wasn’t the best. Room could be cleaner. Great service provided by the attendant Jonathan.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable, great food, great view
We recommend this hotel to anyone who wants a more uniquely Brazilian experience. The staff was very helpful and our stay here couldn't have been more enjoyable. Russell and Tami Baze
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel off the beaten path
Perfect for a quiet romantic getaway away from the hustle and bustle of Copacabana and Ipanema. Like a vacation away from Rio without ever leaving. Would definitely stay here again for a relaxing weekend.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderfully secluded with an amazing view!
My husband and I loved our stay here. While it's not really walking distance to the beach areas, the view of the city from the balcony can't be beat and the surrounding vegetation really heightens the serenity. The staff were terrific and provided local transportation whenever desired. If you're looking for a little slice of heaven that's both near and yet so far from the bustle of the city and beaches, this is definitely the place for you!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Can't wait to come back
Beautiful place with a very friendly staff. Great view of the city but away from the madness. It's not easy to find you'll definitely be taking cabs but well worth it.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Totally loved this hotel!!
We have been to Rio once before, but we stayed near the beach before. I would go back in a minute to this hotel... It was quaint, quiet, beautiful! The manager, Ranier, was extremely helpful. He speaks excellent english and had great tips on things we wanted to do. He also called for taxis anytime, or if he wasn't busy would drive us himself. Our room was beautifully decorated and the breakfast was delicious! From our balcony we could view the Cristo Redentor, which was especially amazing at night (when it was lit up) and at sunrise.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

True Boutique Hotel experience
Gavea Hotel is a beautiful place with people who make you feel like you are at home. The location is a taxi ride away from everything so keep that in mind. There are also many steep steps to climb so beware if you are elderly or have problems walking. The staff are wonderful and always accommodating. The manager Raniere is the only one who really speaks English, besides the owner and his wife. We stayed in Room 6 which to me was the best. Its a large room, on its own floor with views of Rio and Christ the Redeemer. Each morning we ate food made with love by Louisa who would round up the Mikos (little monkeys) so we could feed them. We had the pleasure of making friends with the owner who treated us like family. My husband and I left our daughter to study in the University and he assured us if she needed anything he would be a phone call away. Raniere took care of our every need and had a lot of information about the area. We loved it here and will be back.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Just plain wonderful.
I can not say enough good things about the hotel. The view was wonderful, the breakfast delightful, the staff so warm and charming. We will be staying there again when in Rio
Verified Hotels.com guest review