Emiliano Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
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Character and identity
Set on Avenida Atlântica at the southern end of Copacabana, a few minutes from Ipanema, the Emiliano occupies a quirky folded facade that opens onto a strikingly composed interior: a Burle Marx-inspired vertical garden, midcentury Modern seating and a brass bar that anchors the lobby. With 90 rooms, it feels intimate rather than grand. The breakfast salon sits under skylights and more greenery, and a rooftop pool catches sun all day with a capable cocktail programme. The spa is a serious draw. Service register is warm and attentive, pitched to design-literate travellers rather than a party crowd.
Who's it for
Best for:
Couples and solo travellers with a design eye: architects, creative professionals and anyone who wants Copacabana's beach access without the social theatre of the bigger names nearby. Rooms feel like a sophisticated beach apartment, with plump sofas, generous bathtubs and oversized showers, ideal for slow mornings after late dinners in Ipanema or Leblon.
Should look elsewhere:
Families wanting a kids' programme, party-seekers chasing a scene, and anyone who needs reliable connectivity for work. Wi-fi is a known weak point. Travellers who want a classic grande dame experience may prefer the older Copacabana institutions.
Bottom line
What you're really booking is a quietly confident design hotel that splits the difference between Rio's flashier options, with a rooftop pool, spa and beachfront position to match. Spend up for an ocean-facing room, plan to take breakfast downstairs rather than in bed, and don't count on the wi-fi for anything mission-critical.
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What this place offers
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi in public areas
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Room service
- Breakfast
- Breakfast buffet
- Smoke-free property
- Credit cards
- Beach access
