Best Gay Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

One of the best hotels in Brazil, the Fasano brings world-class luxury to Gay Ipanema.

The location of this hotel is second-to-none; you're right on the beachfront and the gay area of Rua Farme de Amoedo is 2 minutes away, so venues like Galeria Cafe are on your doorstep.

It's one of the newer additions to Rio's hotel scene and it has seriously upped the game. The understated elegance, impeccable design and huge beds give this hotel a real edge over its competitors. Sundowners on the rooftop always go down a treat at Fasano.

A 3-star budget hotel in the gay district of Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, close to the gay scene of Rua Farme de Amoedo. The rooms are simple, understated and very comfortable. It's a good base from which to explore Rio on a budget.

The location is good, the gay nightlife area is a short 10-minute walk away to venues like Galeria Cafe.

Amenities include gym access, wet bar, steam room and rooftop terrace.

L’Homme de Rio is a boutique stay tucked into the hillside above Copacabana, blending original 1940s design with updated touches. There are just nine rooms here, each uniquely styled and outfitted with satellite TV, minibars, and private bathrooms stocked with toiletries.

The rooftop is the star: a pool and terrace offer panoramic views over the city, and the surrounding gardens create a peaceful hideaway. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast daily, and the welcoming team adds to the hotel's laid-back atmosphere.

Its location near the border of Ipanema and Copacabana gives it easy access to both beach scenes, but with a quieter, more residential feel.

Right across from Copacabana Beach, Windsor California offers sea views and a polished stay in one of Rio’s most walkable neighborhoods. There are 157 rooms with clean, modern decor, flat-screen TVs, minibars, safes, and free Wi-Fi. Some rooms have balconies overlooking the beach.

The rooftop pool and sun deck face the ocean, and there’s a gym and sauna for downtime. A restaurant and bar serve international dishes, and a breakfast buffet is available. The hotel is just minutes from bars, clubs, and tourist hotspots like Sugarloaf and Christ the Redeemer.

Atlântico Copacabana sits three blocks from the beach and right by a metro station, offering easy access to both Copacabana and Ipanema. Rooms are classic and practical, with minibars, cable TV, and wood furnishings. Suites add living rooms, whirlpool tubs, and saunas.

Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, an on-site restaurant, and a wood-paneled lobby bar. The rooftop pool looks out toward Christ the Redeemer, and there’s a gym, spa, and sauna on site for extra relaxation.

Mirasol Copacabana Hotel sits in the heart of Rio’s most iconic beach neighborhood, just a short stroll from Leme Beach and the metro. The hotel features 107 spacious rooms and a presidential suite, all with king-size beds, air conditioning, desks, minibars, cable TV, and Wi-Fi. Some rooms offer whirlpool tubs or city views, and there are accessible rooms available too.

Guests can relax at the rooftop pool, gym, and sauna, all offering sweeping views over Copacabana. There’s a restaurant serving a generous breakfast buffet with tropical fruits, fresh cakes, and Brazilian classics like pão de queijo and quiche. Lunch and dinner are available à la carte.

The hotel also has a lobby bar and a panoramic terrace for winding down.