Hotel Santa Teresa Rio MGallery by Sofitel Review: What To REALLY Expect If You Stay

Pros

Rooms have wood floors, tropical Brazilian decor, local art and flat-screen TVs
Suites have high-end extras such as standalone tubs and terraces (it varies by room)
Top-notch spa with bright, outdoorsy treatment rooms, a relaxation area, and saunas
Gourmet restaurant and bar, as well as 24-hour room service
Sleek rooftop pool features gorgeous views
Free Wi-Fi

Cons

Some may find lower-level rooms less luxurious than rest of hotel
Not close to Rio's beaches

Bottom Line

Hotel Santa Teresa MGallery by Sofitel is a historic mansion turned luxurious boutique hotel located on a former coffee plantation in Santa Teresa. It features gorgeous tropical decor, which includes bright cabanas in the lounge, lots of lush greenery (by the pool, on the grounds), tiled mosaics, and island-themed bed runners in the rooms. The lower-level rooms aren't quite as upscale as the rest of the hotel, but they do have sleek bathrooms, wood floors, flat-screen TVs, and a light, airy feel. Suites are higher-end, with extras such as four-poster beds of tropical wood, standalone tubs, and shady terraces. The hotel also features a gorgeous spa, a rooftop pool with sweeping views of the city, and a restaurant serving delicious French-influenced Brazilian cuisine.

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Hotel & Amenities Photos

Junior Suite

Loft Suite

Restaurants and Bars

The Hotel

Pool (PRE-RENOVATION)

Deluxe Room

Amenities

Cribs
Internet
Jacuzzi
Pets Allowed
Pool
Spa

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Oyster Awards

Best Luxury Hotels in Brazil

Location

In historic Santa Teresa, close to the airport but a drive away from the beach

Hotel Santa Teresa MGallery by Sofitel is located (as the name suggests) in Santa Teresa, a beautiful, historic area with gorgeous old buildings, museums, historic sights, and art galleries. But it's around a 20-minute drive away from Rio's beaches.

Rio de Janeiro's beaches are a major draw. Practically year-round, beaches are crowded with visitors and locals. The beaches not only provide a space for lounging, surfing, and swimming, but many hang-gliders and para-gliders -- popular sports in Rio de Janeiro due to its high mountains and good wind conditions -- land on the white sand or in the water. Visitors wishing to stay near the beaches typically choose the South Zone (Zona Sul), which is home to the majority of the city's hotels.

9-minute drive to Rio de Janeiro-Galeao International Airport, or 18 minutes via public transportation
20-minute walk to Lapa, home to lively nightlife, or 8 minutes via public transportation
8-minute drive to the Museum of Fine Art, or 14 minutes via public transportation
8-minute drive to Centro, the financial and historic district, or 16 minutes via public transportation
15-minute drive to the Maracana stadium, or 33 minutes via public transportation
16-minute drive to Sugarloaf Mountain, with views of the harbor, or 52 minutes via public transportation
17-minute drive to Copacabana's beaches, or 28 minutes via public transportation
18-minute drive to the National Museum of History, or 41 minutes via public transportation
20-minute drive to the botanical gardens, or 58 minutes via public transportation
25-minute drive to Corcovado, where the Christ the Redeemer statue stands

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The rooftop pool has gorgeous views of the city.

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In the Spotlight: Relais & Chateaux Santa Teresa, Rio De Janeiro

The rooftop pool has gorgeous views of the city.

Also Known As

Relais & Chateaux Santa Teresa

Room Types

Deluxe Room
Junior Suite
Master Suite
Superior Room

Address

Rua Almirante Alexandrino 660, Rio de Janeiro 20241-260, Brazil

Phone

55 (213) 380-0200

Website

Hotel Santa Teresa Rio MGallery by Sofitel