Sol Ipanema Hotel, Rio de Janeiro

Sol Ipanema Hotel - A beachfront 4-star hotel with rooftop pool, Italian dining, and prime Ipanema Beach location

Located directly on Avenida Vieira Souto facing the white sands of Ipanema Beach's trendy Posto 9 section, Sol Ipanema Hotel features 90 individually furnished rooms with 24-hour room service and laptop-compatible safes. The rooftop terrace offers a swimming pool with unobstructed views of the ocean and Two Brothers hills, alongside a lively bar serving fresh cocktails throughout the day. Dining options include Gabbiano Al Mare, a second-floor beachfront restaurant designed by architect Jairo de Sender that serves Italian and Mediterranean cuisine with panoramic ocean views from all tables. Guests receive complimentary beach facilities including sun loungers, umbrellas, and towels for trips to the adjacent shoreline. The 4-star Rio de Janeiro hotel provides additional amenities including a fitness center overlooking Rio's lagoon and Christ the Redeemer, a 24-hour front desk, and a business center with computers and printers. Located just 1476.4 ft from Nossa Senhora da Paz/Ipanema station, Sol Ipanema offers access to numerous shops, nightclubs, and restaurants within walking distance.

Pros

Ocean-facing rooms include Nespresso machines and scenic beachfront views

A rich breakfast buffet features tropical fruits, breads, cakes, and hot items

The hotel is just a 15-minute walk from Copacabana Beach

A decent wine list is available to accompany meals

Sunday hippie market takes place in a nearby park

Cons

The rooftop is not accessible for wheelchair users or people with reduced mobility

The beach road can be busy at all times of day and night