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Vila Santa Teresa

5.0 star property
5-star luxury hotel near Christ the Redeemer

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City view
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Ocean views, open daily

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Spa
  • Room service

Explore the area

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R. Almirante Alexandrino 2305, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22745271
  • Flamengo Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Copacabana Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Christ the Redeemer
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Premier Suite

  • City view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Classic Suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Presidential Suite

  • Sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Suite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Santa Teresa stay.Your stay at this Santa Teresa hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí and Praca da Cruz Vermelha. Selarón Steps and Catete Palace are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Flamengo Beach - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Copacabana Beach - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Christ the Redeemer - 12 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Largo do França Tram Stop - 2 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 5 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonho Lindo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tasca do Edgar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa do Minho - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kreatori - Coletivo de Arte - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cantina do Gaúcho - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Vila Santa Teresa

5-star luxury hotel near Christ the Redeemer
Vila Santa Teresa offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury Vila Santa Teresa. An airport shuttle (available on request) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Rio de Janeiro hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1970
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Vila Santa Teresa offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Vila Santa Teresa is listed in the 2016 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 495 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.

We should mention

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

How close is Vila Santa Teresa to the airport?

Vila Santa Teresa is 3.8 mi (7-min drive) away from the Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Santa Teresa?

As of Jun 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Santa Teresa on Jul 10, 2025 start from $386.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Vila Santa Teresa have an airport shuttle?

Vila Santa Teresa offers an airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, on request, for a charge of BRL 495. per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Vila Santa Teresa to the beach?

This hotel is 7.7 mi (29-min drive) from Ipanema Beach and 8.3 mi (29-min drive) from Copacabana Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Vila Santa Teresa offer free breakfast?

Vila Santa Teresa offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Vila Santa Teresa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Vila Santa Teresa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Vila Santa Teresa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Vila Santa Teresa have a pool?

Vila Santa Teresa features an outdoor pool.

Does Vila Santa Teresa have a restaurant?

Vila Santa Teresa is home to Restaurant Beatriz, which features ocean views, a poolside location, and al fresco dining.

Does Vila Santa Teresa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features reflexology, body scrubs, and aromatherapy.

How close is Vila Santa Teresa to downtown Rio de Janeiro?

Vila Santa Teresa is 1.9 mi away from Rio de Janeiro.

Vila Santa Teresa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 108 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joerg

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
loved the vila experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mathias

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is unreal. Brings the old world with the new one. Grounds are unbelievable and the views even more so. The staff is so friendly, accommodating and genuine. The front desk, waiters , ground staff are all superbly trained. Our first time in Brasil and will definitely e back within the year. Thanks to all of the staff and the family that owns this paradise for sharing this with us .
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the view of Rio from our room was the best there is
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vyacheslav, Fort Lauderdale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Benjamin Everett, Omaha

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is the definition of luxury and boutique, with outstanding service. Whilst away from the hustle and bustle that Rio has to offer (and a bit challenging to get back to at night times), anyone looking for a memorable stay should earmark this place. A true gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, relaxing, amazing service!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from our suite were unforgettable!! It was a paradise in all aspects of the word. And the staff would do anything for you to make your stay perfect. Yasmin was just the perfect person for the job, and she made our stay a dream come true! We had the time of our lives and Yasmin was a big part of that. Vila Santa Theresa is an even better hotel thanks to her. Our trip was truly memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My paradise

This was not a hotel, this was a home This was luxury living at its best. I felt like I was living in a celebrity world of exclusivity and comfort. There are only 7 guest suites so was very private. The staff was excellent, the rooms extremely comfortable, the food delicious, and the views unexplainable. It was very difficult to leave this paradise. I have only a few comments. The pool was nice, but would be nice if it was skimmed with a net each morning to catch the few bugs and leaves. (by the way there were not many bugs here or really anywhere in Rio). Also it is a bit difficuly for cab and uber drivers to find. One we knew how to get there it was not a problem and they called taxis for us for pick up. IT wqas worth it though as this was the most spectacular place I have ever stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Booked a suite for my 40th. I arrive around 10am, check-in is at 3pm so the staff said have breakfast and hangout until the room is ready. Im eating breakfast and a female guest starts yelling and throwing her hands up. Said that I shouldn't be here. The staff removed my plate, asked if I could leave, picked up my bag and escorted me out. He requested I not come back until 3pm. Not a pleasant welcome. . .other than that, room was clean, food was delicious, staff was nice. I wanted to book a helicopter but they said I had to have other people with me. Im a solo traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Excellent stay in a quiet retreat which was a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Private, secluded with a delicious breakfast and an outstanding view. The staff was exceptional including Alessandro who helped me with everything from restaurant reservations to transportation, my cleaning service by Adrienne was excellent and all the supporting staff including Leonardo. I would definitely return. Highly secure property and really love the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent. Thanks Daniel, David, Bruno & Ricardo! We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay in Santa Teresa neighbourhood. Stayed for two nights, and dined in for all meals. Great cuisine, service, and unique wine list. Art Deco-inspired gem, with breathtaking views. Heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an incredible stay at Villa Santa Teresa. We arrived to this absolute dream like villa on a private gated mountain top road surrounded by gardens. The estate and views took our breath away. You will feel almost like you’re staying in a private mansion of a good friend. Room was immaculate and the turndown service was perfect. The staff provided buttons so you always could reach someone for a cocktail or assistance. I can’t rave enough about it. We spent one of our days exploring the town but loved the hotel so much we decided to stay out and enjoy for our last day by the pool and having a beautiful dinner overlooking the mountain and ocean. It’s a truly magical experience and one that my husband and I will remember forever. We would come back in a heartbeat! Don’t hesitate, just book :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy, Miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay at VST. Excellent service and amazing hotel. Exceeded all my expectations. Thank you very much VST and special thanks to Ursula for her kind hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Que experiência incrível tivemos! Não tinha uma expectativa tão grande, mas a mesma foi superada em todos os sentidos. Intimista, recomendo como destino para casais!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pascale, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to be in Rio. Nice rooms , great service and amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Great property - CHILDREN NOT ALLOWED

Tremendous views. My biggest complaint was that they don’t go out of the way to clearly point out children are not allowed to stay at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After being to Rio plenty of times before we were not expecting this level of service. Adorable house, amazing location with probably the best service we've ever experienced in Brazil. Will be back, com certeza!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019