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Brazilian modernist design hotel. Understated, design-forward luxury. Not a party hotel — the vibe is intimate and refined, with 90 rooms that feel personal rather than grand. The kind of place where the staff remember your breakfast order by day two.
Reserve a front-row sun lounger on the rooftop in advance — only 10-12 have completely unobstructed views and they go fast
Why It Matters
The first serious design hotel to arrive on Copacabana in decades. Opened in 2016 and immediately won Condé Nast's Hot List and Interior Design Magazine's Best of Year for Foreign Boutique Hotel. The perforated facade is genuinely famous in architecture circles — it landed the cover of Architectural Record. Member of SLH (Small Luxury Hotels of the World), bookable via Hilton Honors and Amex Fine Hotels + Resorts. Also a certified B Corporation.
Emiliano Rio is a 90-room boutique hotel sitting directly on Copacabana Beach at Posto 5, the quieter southern end where the avenue starts curling toward Ipanema. The building is immediately recognizable: Studio Arthur Casas and Oppenheim Architecture & Design wrapped it in a striking facade of retractable perforated panels (cobogós) that open to flood rooms with ocean air and light, or close for privacy while still letting the breeze through. Inside, Brazilian modernism drives everything — cane, white Paraná marble, granite, stone, and furniture by '50s icons like Sergio Rodrigues sit alongside pieces by contemporary designers like Paola Lenti.
Where You'll Stay
8 room types available
Courtyard Spa Junior Suite
An internally facing suite that combines Emiliano's sleep quality with Santapele spa treatments delivered in-room. The courtyard view trades the beach panorama for privacy and quiet. Good pick for guests who prioritize the spa experience over ocean outlook. Features 400-thread-count linen, acoustic window frames, and an integrated bathroom.
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Deluxe King Internal View
The entry-level category — faces the internal courtyard rather than the beach. No ocean views, but you get the same Emiliano quality: 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton, precise air conditioning, integrated bathroom with wet area, and access to all hotel amenities. Better value, and meaningfully quieter than the avenue-facing rooms.
KingDeluxe Twin Internal View
Same as the Deluxe King Internal View but with two queen beds — one of the few twin configurations in the hotel. Courtyard-facing for quiet. Good for two friends or family members who prefer separate beds. Same quality linen, integrated bathroom, and climate control as all other rooms.
Two QueensOcean Deluxe
The entry point for ocean views. A king room with a balcony, integrated bathroom with bathtub, and the full ocean panorama. Soundproof sliding doors keep Avenida Atlântica noise out. The bathroom glass wall is designed for couples — the privacy blind is there for a reason. Amenities include Santapele toiletries, Toto Japanese bidet toilet, 400-thread-count linen, and a flat-screen TV.
KingOcean Emiliano Suite
The namesake suite, with a full living room, workstation, and king bedroom facing Copacabana Beach. The integrated bathroom is notably spacious and modern. 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton linen, acoustic porch doors, and state-of-the-art air conditioning. The suite's proportions and beach views represent the classic Emiliano Rio experience.
KingOcean Junior Suite
60sqm of ocean-facing space with a generous balcony for watching Copacabana life below. Gets you the beach view and the balcony without the full suite footprint. Integrated bathroom with ample space, 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton linen, acoustic window frames, and precise climate control.
King · 60 sqmOcean Master Suite
The flagship suite at 120sqm (1,300 sq ft). Faces the ocean and has a super king bed, a separate living room, small kitchen, second WC, and a private balcony. The 17sqm bathroom is integrated with the sleeping area through a tempered glass wall — you can see the bathtub from bed. The tub itself has a compressed air massage system at 1.5m diameter, plus two stand-in showers with hand-held sprayers. Japanese washlet bidet, walk-in closet, and an additional wardrobe. Can connect to one or two Deluxe rooms.
Super King · 120 sqmOcean Spa Suite
On the top floor of the hotel, this suite is essentially an extension of the Santapele Spa. Guests get private spa services delivered in-room alongside the ocean view. The integrated bathroom has views straight to Copacabana Beach. 400-thread-count Egyptian cotton linen, acoustic balcony doors, and top-tier climate control. Designed for guests who want the spa experience without leaving their room.
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Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
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Treatment Menu
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How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site gym available to guests around the clock. The UpgradedPoints review notes guests can 'unwind in the sauna after visiting the 24-hour health club.'
The hotel extends to the sand: beach chairs, towels, and water bottles are brought down to Copacabana Beach for guests. Service runs 8am–7pm daily. Effectively extends the hotel onto one of the world's most famous beaches.
A packaged spa day for guests and non-guests, combining multiple treatments at Santapele Spa. Includes use of the spa facilities and treatment rooms.
A signature monthly experience tied to the full moon — a special dinner event that takes advantage of the rooftop setting and the dramatic moonrise over the Atlantic.
An all-you-can-eat and drink brunch at Emile Restaurant on weekends and holidays. Open to non-guests. At around R$250 (~$50 USD) per person, one of the more popular brunch options in Rio.
A dedicated honeymoon and wedding night experience, including in-room decor, spa access, and personalized service. One of the hotel's signature romantic packages.
The L-shaped rooftop infinity pool overlooking the full stretch of Copacabana Beach and the Copacabana Fort. More a sip-cocktails-and-chat pool than a lap pool. Open to guests daily from 8am. Only 10–12 front-row loungers have completely unobstructed views — worth reserving in advance.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Hotel extends towels, chairs, and bottled water directly to Copacabana Beach. Runs 8am–7pm daily.
Multiple meeting rooms: BoardRoom, Emiliano Room 1, Emiliano Room 2, and Emiliano Room 3. All equipped with audiovisual resources and supported by hotel catering.
In-room dining available via the hotel's own delivery service.
Each guest receives access to an on-call butler — not just suite guests. Available for room service coordination, turn-down, and personal requests.
All rooms stocked with Emiliano's own Santapele vegan and cruelty-free toiletry brand — not a generic hotel amenity kit.
On-site valet parking at approximately R$85/day (~$17 USD).
Pets are allowed. Additional charges may apply.
L-shaped rooftop infinity pool with panoramic views of Copacabana Beach. Open daily from 8am for guests.
All rooms have acoustic window frames and soundproof sliding doors — important on a busy beachfront avenue.
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