Few cities in the world can boast such perfect ocean, mountain and forest views as Rio de Janeiro. The Picture postcard scenery of Sugar Loaf and Corcovado help frame this vibrant, historic city, rich in culture and culinary tradition. Strategical located between Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro is the ideal spot to take in this scenic beauty, and another prestigious address among the 150 Sofitel Hotels worldwide.

The Sofitel Rio de Janeiro is situated in Rio prime tourism location, between Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. It is just 10km from domestic air terminal, the downtown and financial center, 25km from the international airport, and 30km from Rio Centro, the city main center for local exhibitions.

All the excellent 355 rooms and 33 suites are equipped with air conditioning, mini bar, TV, telephone, bathroom with bath tub and hair dryer, electronic door locks, internet access, safety box and private balcony with ocean view.

International and and French cuisine are the specialties at the famous "Le Pré Catelan" restaurant.

Leisure facilities of the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro are two swimming pools - one catching the morning sun and the other the afternoon sun, fitness center, sauna, steam room, massage facilities and beach service.

Furthermore facilities are the "Atlantis" coffee shop, "Horse Neck" English Pub, beauty salons, shops, 2 non-smoking floors, Vip "Imperial Club" business floor, fast laundry service, guest parking, medical service and childcare.

The Hotels convention and event facilities offer a variety of setup and format configurations. Ten different rooms can host up to 2500 guests simultaneously. The highly skilled Sofitel Rio de Janeiro team is trained to ensure the success of any official function or private party. The complex encompasses 16.000 square feet, with an 8000 square foot foyer between the ballrooms, ideal for expositions and congresses. In addition to providing padded chairs, seat covers, tables, tablecloths, plus a stage and dance floor, the hotel can also arrange receptionists, secretaries, photographers, florists, musicians, artists and decorators as well as all the most modern equipment. Known nationally for its high quality internet connections, the Sofitel Rio de Janeiro uses wireless technology in all its event areas. Your office operations can be tranferred to any of 13 rooms in our Business Center - each holding up to 30 people - featuring a complete infrastructure necessary for executives and their teams.