Mirante Do Arvrao

The view from this place is amazing ! My room was equipped with a large balcony with ocean (and city) view. Bed was comfy and i slept like a baby. Cleanliness is not that of the Sheraton, but absolutely acceptable for this hotel grade. Front desk staff Sandra has been helpful with many of my requests not directly related to my room despite the language barrier. I sensed a genuine desire to make my stay enjoyable. Bar-restaurant staff friendly and motivated. Food at the bar-restaurant was good. OK selection of food and large selection of drinks. Week end entertainment fun and lively, with a good crowd and live band. A bit quiet during the week. Wifi internet on premise with not perfect, but generous coverage and uptime.

Be aware that this hotel is located in a favela, low-mid income neiborhood with infrastructure that's -not yet- top of the notch. For me, it was actually what i wanted: discover all faces of Rio. I appreciate and respect that this hotel is trying to improve their neiborhood. At no point during my 6/7 night stay did i feel unsafe. I saw kids in the streets, a bunch of friendly and helpful people (again despite language barrier) I have spent a good time walking around in the favela. I was not solicited or bugged around for anything. Transportation going up and down the hill is a challenge for someone who's not used to this, but it's working. Just something to consider if you want a romantic gateway with your girlfriend ...

Amazing view, and good atmosphere. Great balcony

Room was a bit cold during the night

The views were stunning. The room is very spacious and the bed was fairly comfortable.

The views and the staff. It was fine to get up to the hotel by Mototaxi. They are friendly and nice. The welcome was warm. All the staff are very welcoming and friendly.

Amazing views, amazing dinner. Definitely worth staying here if you ever find yourself in Rio!

It's a little hard to get to as taxi's aren't allowed in the neighborhood. You can go up to the hotel by mototaxi, van or a pre arranged Uber. If you don't wanna risk your life, definitely don't choose the moto taxi.