The Copacabana Palace is superbly located: it faces the famous Copacabana Beach and only minutes from the centre of Rio. The hotel is located eight miles from the domestic airport Santos Dumont, and 20 miles from Rio de Janeiro international airport . The Copacabana Palace according to the Official Hotel Guide, is the best luxury hotel in Latin America.

The Hotel, which occupies an area of over 12.000 square meters of some of the most expensive and sought after real estate in Brazil, has 225 bedrooms and suites, 147 of which in the main building and 78 suites in the Annex (tower wing building) which was added to the hotel in 1948 and fully sound proofed in 1992. From 1991 to 1995 the Tower Building and the Main Building were completely renovated and modernized. A new Executive floor (5th floor), which holds 26 rooms and suites and the 6th floor with 7 Penthouse suites were added to the hotel.

With its opulent lounges, bars and restaurants, the Copacabana Palace is a haven of relaxation and good living. Guests can choose from two of Rio s finest restaurants: The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant and The Pergula Restaurant. The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant, which serves Italian dishes, is one of the most sophisticated in the city and is patronised by the jet set of Rio. The Pergula Restaurant is situated by the pool and offers breakfast, lunch and alfresco dining. The Copacabana Palace prides itself on its service and our well-trained professional staff are ready to attend to guests every wish. Drinks and light snacks are served on the Pool Terrace throughout the day. The Copacabana Piano Bar is a sophisticated and casual meeting place. Alternatively, you can dine in the comfort and privacy of your own room with 24-hour Room Service.

The Copacabana Palace boasts a magnificent, semi-Olympic size swimming pool, which is without doubt the finest in Rio, and the only rooftop tennis court in the city. The hotel also has a new Fitness Centre and a Beauty Salon.

The hotels convention center is comprised of 10 different function rooms fully equipped for banquets, seminars and meetings. The Business Centre is located on the 5th floor of the main building. Facilities include: Computer and Internet access, Fax machine, Copy machine, a well-trained staff to assist guests who need secretarial services and coffee/tea making facilities.