The Porto Bay Rio International hotel is right on Copacabana beach. We arrived late (like some other travelers) and had to wait a fair amount in the little cafe for a salad (delicious!). the gods smiled on us and we were upgraded to a big suite on the 18th floor. Still, there was plenty of road noise, including a car... more

I am from Brazil and live abroad. I go to Rio once a year and I usually stay at the Copacabana Palace, JW Marriott or Caesar Park Ipanema, I decided to stay at the Porto Bay at a friend's recommendation. I stayed at a 1Br Suite at about R$612 including taxes (about $325 at the time). Let me tell you... more

My husband and I stayed at this hotel in Novemeber, 2006My husband and I stayed at this hotel in November, 2006 and loved it. The rooms are small but nicely, zen-like, decorated. That time we stayed at a side room (the cheapest) and had partial view of the beach. I coincide with other reviewers about the location, great pool and... more

This is a great hotel. It's location is perfect for visiting all the sights of Rio; right on Copacabana beach, close to the city yet not far away from the buzz of Ipanema either. It's just 5mins walk away from the metro which we used during the day to get into the city centre and found it to be safe,... more

This was a great place to bring in the New Year. Although I think Ipenema is a much nicer beach-the action on NYE is all at Copacabana and this hotel is right in the heart of it. We did pay an astronomical rate-$700+/night for a small room with 2 double beds and balcony with side view of the ocean and... more

The Porto Bay Rio Internacional was an excellent choice for our 2 days in Rio following a cruise around the southern parts of South America. The hotel is located across the street from Copacabana beach - a beautiful location with lots to see and do. Contrary to what we had been told, we felt very safe walking around during our... more

Arrived in traffic late evening whilst it was raining. Not a good idea in Rio Check in was a breeze. Straight to a well appointed room. Good size nice bathroom (bath & shower) Quick internet access (40 R per day) Room service Fish & Salad + bottle of wine. Fish cooked very well (moist) but didn't care for all the... more

This is a very nice hotel in Copacabana, on Ave. Atlantica. Newly renovated room that was very clean. I had a nice balcony on the 9th floor, with an amazing view of Copacabana beach in both directions. Pros: very clean, modern rooms with nice marble bathroom. Very strong shower. Nice rooftop pool area with full service bar. Newly rennovated rooftop... more

The location of this hotel at the eastern end of Copacabana makes it a great place to explore Rio from. I think all rooms get a sea view of some sort due to the location of the hotel, though obivously the rooms facing the sea have the best view. There is a premium to paid, however The rooms are nicely... more