Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro - A beachfront urban resort with lagoon views, three restaurants, and multiple swimming pools

Located in the heart of Barra da Tijuca, this 5-star Rio de Janeiro hotel stands between the ocean, Marapendi Lagoon, and mountains. The Grand Hyatt features spacious rooms with private furnished balconies offering lake or ocean views, large bathrooms with separate immersing bathtubs and showers, and Granado toiletries. Three distinct restaurants serve Italian, Brazilian, and pan-Asian cuisine, complemented by a morning juice bar-bakery overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Guests have access to two outdoor swimming pools, a health club with a Yoga Studio, and a sauna. The property includes 21530 square feet of conference space and meeting rooms with high ceilings and living plant walls honoring local landscaper Roberto Burle Marx. Staff provide beach service with towels, umbrellas, and water, while also arranging surfing and beach volleyball lessons. The Grand Hyatt sits opposite the beach, just a short walking distance from famous neighborhoods like Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon.

Pros

Daily activities include caipirinha tasting, bike experiences, and welcome drinks at Cantô Restaurant

Weekend kids club allows parents to enjoy a peaceful brunch

Grand Club Lounge offers daily cocktail service with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages included

Staff provide beach equipment and can arrange stand-up paddle and beach football lessons

The design incorporates local cultural elements to avoid appearing as just another chain hotel

Cons

Located 17 miles from Santos Dumont Airport

Situated in the west region of Rio, away from some major tourist attractions