PortoBay Rio de Janeiro

I booked a superior room, which was unsatisfactory so I upgraded to a deluxe with a balcony and sea view. In my opinion it’s only worth staying here if you book that room. The staff is pleasant and fairly helpful. I was calling and messaging (via what’s app) for assistance with my bags on my last day, and they just didn’t respond - so found that a bit off putting. They provide beach chairs and towels if needed. Overall it was okay, I think there are better options on Copacabana.

Where can I start with this review! What a great experience. The staff are knowledgeable, friendly and go out of their way to accommodate your needs at this modern hotel on copacabana beach front. I arrived early, and there was a room available so they checked me in early which was lovely. The room was clean, modern and stylish without being unwelcoming. A nice sized balcony, with a partial ocean view. The rooftop is fabulous with fantastic views, you can even see Christ the redeemer from the back of the rooftop ( you many have to squint a little though) . Absolutely definitely book the breakfast, it’s held in this fabulous dining area with panoramic views of the Copacabana beach front. I didn’t use the spa facilities, but the shower in the room and rooftop pool were lovely. If you’re looking for a chilled stay, with good food, great caipirinhas and dedicated 24hr staff, look no further ! Special shoutout to Sacha, Tami, and Gustavo who were able to cater to my every request for information, service and advice. I stayed as a solo, and felt perfectly safe, but saw couples, groups of girls and a family with a small baby there. It’s easy to get an Uber to and from. Lots of restaurants near by, try bistro leme or the ipanema area. Also, you can walk left out of the hotel down to leme beach which is a little quieter with a great view of the mountains

Portobay was wonderful private & very accommodating to Foreign travelers. Obrigado Portobay Chau!!

The hotel is excellent with a great pool deck/bar looking out over Copacabana. And the staff is uniformly friendly and helpful.

I stayed twice, 2 nights each time. Would not have returned for the second stay if I had known better. I was put in a room for a handicap with a wheelchair access bathroom. Totally unsuitable.