Title: Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Hotel) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=2998&destination=Rio+de+Janeiro%2C+Rio+de+Janeiro+State%2C+Brazil&selected=9715808&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro A peaceful urban retreat in Rio de Janeiro where travelers can relax poolside or book spa treatments after exploring the vibrant city ## Photo gallery for Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro ![Outdoor pool, sun loungers - Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/bde318bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception - Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/ced50879.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Poolside bar - Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/0355ed0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Building design - Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/5dffc9f1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/20610d2a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro offers a tranquil escape near Arcos da Lapa. Guests can relax in the garden, swim in the outdoor pool, or schedule spa treatments. Two restaurants serve international cuisine, while free WiFi and multilingual staff enhance the stay. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-14&endDate=2026-03-15&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=9715808&PinnedHotelID=9715808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 9 of 9 rooms ### View all photos for Collection Suíte Junior ![Collection Suíte Junior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/e3b3abcc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Collection Suíte Junior 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Dining table TV - 398 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Collection Superior Preservado ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/900f3010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Collection Superior Preservado 9.0 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Dining table TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 339 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Apartment ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/4f228dd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartment 8.8 Excellent 62 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Dining table TV Blackout drapes/curtains 2 bedrooms - 242 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Apartamento \*\* ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/70609a4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Apartamento \*\* 7.8 Good 6 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Dining table TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 242 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed ### View all photos for Collection Superior Preservado \*\* ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/900f3010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Collection Superior Preservado \*\* 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds Dining table TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 339 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Collection Superior Premium ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/dff31500.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Collection Superior Premium ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Dining table TV Blackout drapes/curtains - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Collection Apartamento Preservado ![Collection Apartamento Preservado](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/c902ed06.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Collection Apartamento Preservado 8.4 Very good 9 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning Free rollaway/extra beds TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom - 194 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Executive Apartment ![Executive Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/78dec4f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Apartment 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Executive Apartment ![Minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9720000/9715900/9715808/c4f2cddd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Apartment 7.2 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Separate sitting area Soundproofed Individually decorated Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains Separate bedroom Private bathroom - 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[Visit our Rio de Janeiro travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro.dx178301) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-22.91456%2C-43.18472&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wdqQbZDQ_kb5YctTjYqONpyORPg=) Rua do Riachuelo,124, Centro do Rio de Janeiro - Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20230-014 ### What's nearby - ![These guys were just practicing on a weeknight....apparently a bunch of samba musicians (and crowds) come on weekend nights](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2998/5b4b539c-47dd-409e-8975-f3519489f90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Arcos da Lapa 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - ![Awesome show](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2998/68b45cf5-7dbc-4597-9dde-9b35d9a05049.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Circo Voador 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Fundição Progresso 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro 13 min walk \- 1.1 km ### Getting around - Rio de Janeiro Central Station 2 min drive - Francisco Muratori Tram Stop 3 min walk - Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) 8 min drive ### Restaurants - La Bocca Bar & Trattoria 3 min walk - Espaço Multifoco Bistrô 4 min walk - Dario Coffee 1 min walk - Restaurante Vila Galé 2 min walk - Restaurante Dalapa 1 min walk ## About this property ### Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Luxury hotel near Arcos da Lapa Located close to Fundição Progresso and AquaRio, Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar, and a garden. Treat yourself to a massage at the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services. Additional perks include: - An outdoor pool along with sun loungers - Self parking (surcharge), a ballroom, and an elevator - Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and free newspapers - A front-desk safe, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff Room features All 292 individually decorated rooms offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and separate sitting areas. 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Height restrictions apply for onsite parking - Covered self parking on site (BRL 33 per day) - Limited onsite self parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM - 2 restaurants - A bar/lounge - A poolside bar ### Restaurants on site - Inevitavel - Versatil ### Things to do - Full-service spa - Gym - Library - Outdoor pool - Sauna - Steam room ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Business center - Conference center (6,717 square feet of space) ### Outdoors - Garden - Pool loungers ### Full-service spa - Couples treatment rooms - Massage ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair accessibility - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 18 floors - 4 buildings - Ballroom - Banquet hall - Built in 2014 ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - 24-hour room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Laptop workspace - Phone - Safe - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Contactless check-in available Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property 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 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 14 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Covered self parking fee: BRL 33 per day - Service fee: 10 percent The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher ### We should mention Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years 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 traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing 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 authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms Parking height restrictions apply ### Property is also known as Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Vila Gale Rio De Janeiro Brazil Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro? ### Is Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro? ### What time is check-out at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro? ### Where is Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Amenities ### 8.6 Staff & service ### 9.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 628 8 - Good 227 6 - Okay 88 4 - Poor 29 2 - Terrible 29 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fiona Dec 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities While the immediate surrounding area isn't suitable for walking + exploration, the hotel itself is an oasis that is such incredible value for money - we ate at the on-site restaurant for three dinners! The massages we received were fantastic also. We'd definitely return! ##### Fiona Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alceir Jul 27, 2025 Liked: Amenities Excellent staff.very clean good location ##### Alceir Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gary Oct 24, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I very much enjoyed my stay at Vila Galé! The staff were excellent from check in to check out, the property itself is beautiful in an old, but updated colonial property. I stayed in one of the apartments right beside the pool and terrace, and even while you were situated with a walkway outside the room, I felt safe and comfortable enough to open the windows wide and take a nap or do whatever within the room. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to explore the beautiful Rio de Janeiro! ##### Gary Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Peter Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great rooms. Friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful breakfast. Pool and surrounds are enjoyable. Restaurants serving delicious food. ##### Peter Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger Apr 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great hotel Great hotel, wonderful staff and good food. ##### Roger Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alceir Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Grat location. Very helpful staff. ##### Alceir Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David May 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Lovely hotel Good service, lovely rooms, great restaurant and pool ##### David Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Xiaohua Dec 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Nice location, nice room, nice and helpful staff. ##### Xiaohua Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### carla Oct 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I found the hotel clean and well located close to the airport. I was surprised there was no bell man to assist with the luggage despite being at a 5 star hotel. This could be added. In addition, I was not able to order room service despite calling several times- no one answered. I very much appreciated the late check out and the front desk staff was great. Overall a a wonderful stay but a few things could be improved upon. ##### carla Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Renata Andiara Oct 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The architecture is wonderful, very attentive staff! ##### Renata Andiara Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Dec 2, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Very pleasant stay. The staff was helpful and always had a member who could speak English. Food was great. The room, common areas and grounds were always well kept. ##### Robert Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard Oct 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Review The breakfast was great. ##### Gerard Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bayo Mar 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Booked for 4 nights. Ended up staying for 9\. Big thanks to Everton and Manu for being so helpful at check-in. My favourite place in Rio. I’ll be back soon. ##### Bayo Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Jan 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Serene spot for relaxation. Large pool long enough for me to swim laps. Spacious room with almost no street noise disturbance. Staff very attentive and kind, especially Guilherme and Vladimir at reception. Extensive breakfast selection with certain items cooked to your order. ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Natasha Jan 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I liked the breakfast and pool at this property. The neighborhood unfortunately has alot of homeless people on the streets and garbage but is good if you love music as the Lapa area has many music bars and restaurants. The staff is nice but they do not have too much knowledge about recommendations for swimable beaches and family activities. ##### Natasha Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Nigel Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Hotel Vila Gale in the Lapa district of Rio is a great hotel with friendly and helpful staff. The breakfast was excellent and there is a large swimming pool and sunbathing area. Lapa is close to the Sambadrome during Carnival season, but the area is rundown and there are many rough sleepers on the streets. However, we did not experience any issues and loved all the faded splendour of the old buildings. ##### Nigel Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel itself was great! Extremely helpful and nice staff. The location was however not the best. I didn’t feel safe walking around at night alone or even with my partner. A lot of homeless near by and a lot of people told me that theft is very high in that part of town. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### alvaro Feb 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Me and my Wife had a great experience Todu fue excelente . the place , beautiful Comida de lA Mañana Great . Staff excelente you can never believe the property inside the City and safe next to everything near only use uber is better and cheap . only i real did not like is some guest never tip and i am American we Tip were greatfull the employees deserve it . obrigado por tudo keep up the great work ##### alvaro Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jhan Carlos Ismael Mar 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I stayed from February 22nd to March 1st, and let me tell you, it was an incredible experience! The location is simply amazing, and the area is buzzing with energy. If you’re a party animal who loves being close to the action, Lapa is the perfect place for you. The hotel staff is absolutely fantastic - they’re friendly, helpful, and go the extra mile to make sure you have a great time. The rooms are spotless, and the cleaning ladies are incredibly friendly. I had an amazing time here, and there were no issues at all. Oh, and our flight was at night, so they were so kind to let us shower at the spa shower before our flight. It was a lovely touch! ##### Jhan Carlos Ismael Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### John Feb 21, 2025 Likes: great room size. Very quiet at night. Good block out curtains. Fast room service. Dislikes: breakfast service chaotic…kept running out of plates, cereal bowls, paper napkins (cocktail napkins instead), slow replenishment of food and slow staff. Guests unable to borrow iron and board. Only hotel ironing service available. Very limited bathroom toiletries. ##### John Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian L Dec 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Food was just ok in my opinion. Breakfast was free but left a lot to be desired. Very clean and secure place but once you leave the premises you’re on your own and may see any and everything. But that’s all over Lapa. So if you’re faint of heart this may not be for you. ##### Brian L Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Cesar Jan 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness It doesn’t feel like a 4.5 star hotel. The staff didn’t even bother to help with luggage or to say good morning. You get charged the water in the room. Most hotels give that for free. The pool didn’t seem all that clean either. It is located at a good spot since you have everything close by. Just be careful walking at night. It may not be safe. ##### Cesar Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Thaddaeus Sep 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This property is beautiful. There is an older section that has great character and architecture. This is where we stayed. It was a very great experience. There is also a more modern part of the property with all the modern conveniences. Once inside the facility it is very clean, safe, and inviting. However, the area of the city is less desirable. Like most cities, there are areas less clean and less safe. This is the area of the city that this hotel is in. Plenty of trash and unsavory smells in the area around the hotel. If you are a little adventurous and cautious this is a wonderful hotel to stay in. Again, the hotel and staff met or exceeded everything we could want for our trip to Rio. ##### Thaddaeus Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bayo Mar 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Having spent the last month travelling through South America with terrible weather following me wherever I went, I couldn’t wait to get to Rio and spend a few days just laying by the pool. As arrived at Vila Galé and was about to check in I suddenly realised that I’d left my rucksack in the back of the cab from the airport. Luckily Everton, who speaks flawless English, was on the front desk and immediately took charge. He managed to contact the cab driver who 10 minutes later appeared in the lobby with my missing bag. I then realised that I’d booked the wrong room but this was soon rectified by Muna who managed to sort of all out and place me in the room I’d wanted. The staff are uniformly helpful, the breakfast buffet is plentiful, the pool is an oasis on the middle of Lapa. My favourite place in Rio. This was my 4th stay. I’ll be back for a 5th soon. ##### Bayo Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deimantas Nov 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Location, pool, breakfast were good ##### Deimantas Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Spacious 5 suites penthouse with pool in Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h44116982.Hotel-Information) > - [Sophia II Residence Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Buzios-Hotels-Sophia-II-Residence-Inn.h32984972.Hotel-Information) > - [Lapa Casa Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Lapa-Casa-Hostel.h33281112.Hotel-Information) > - [Gallant Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Gallant-Hotel.h9014875.Hotel-Information) > - [Windsor Martinique Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Martinique-Hotel.h1220713.Hotel-Information) > - [Augusto's Rio Copa Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Augustos-Rio-Copa-Hotel.h82887.Hotel-Information) > - [Costa do Sol Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Buzios-Hotels-Costa-Do-Sol-Boutique-Hotel.h4698604.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel La Brise](https://www.expedia.ca/Buzios-Hotels-Hotel-La-Brise.h6494717.Hotel-Information) > - [Omar do Rio - Apartamento CobR](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Omar-Do-Rio-Apartamento-CobR.h30085510.Hotel-Information) > - [Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Arpoador-Fashion-Hotel-By-Bossa-Nova.h15431016.Hotel-Information) > - [Majestic Rio Palace Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Majestic-Rio-Palace-Hotel.h48041.Hotel-Information) > - [Pousada Praia do Jabaquara](https://www.expedia.ca/Paraty-Hotels-Pousada-Praia-Do-Jabaquara.h5326015.Hotel-Information) > - [Pousada Três Pescadores](https://www.expedia.ca/Buzios-Hotels-Pousada-Tres-Pescadores.h16337635.Hotel-Information) > - [Mirasol Copacabana Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Mirasol-Copacabana-Hotel.h978558.Hotel-Information) > - [Villa 25 - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Villa-25.h16288454.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Alameda](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hotel-Alameda.h112140856.Hotel-Information) > - [Villa Paranaguá Hotel & SPA](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Villa-Paranagua-Hotel-E-Spa.h94667770.Hotel-Information) > - [Hostel Maresias do Leme](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hostel-Maresias-Do-Leme.h75611701.Hotel-Information) > - [B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-BB-Hotels-Rio-De-Janeiro-Norte.h60273664.Hotel-Information) > - [Sosama](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Sosama.h104217547.Hotel-Information) > - [Windsor Excelsior Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Excelsior-Copacabana.h43999.Hotel-Information) > - [Veneza Carioca Hotel Boutique](https://www.expedia.ca/Rua-Marina-Ponta-Leste.h96743199.Hotel-Information) > - [Barracuda Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Buzios-Hotels-Barracuda-Resort.h8078276.Hotel-Information) > - [Casa das Tartarugas](https://www.expedia.ca/Angra-Dos-Reis-Hotels-Casa-Das-Tartarugas.h108007957.Hotel-Information) > - [Rio Habitat Almirante](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Rio-Habitat-Almirante.h15758334.Hotel-Information) > - [Apartamento Estúdio na Praia de Charitas Niterói RJ](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Apartamento-Estudio-Na-Praia-De-Charitas-Niteroi-RJ.h99922230.Hotel-Information) > - [Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hotel-Nacional-Rio.h42275495.Hotel-Information) > - [Hostel Bella Ciao](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Hostel-Bella-Ciao.h76599822.Hotel-Information) > - [Windsor Plaza Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Windsor-Plaza-Hotel.h444671.Hotel-Information)