The only palace in Barra da Tijuca that commands the beach and the lagoon, far from the bustle of Copacabana.

Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro

★9.1

From

223.081 €

“Two pools including one with overflow facing the Atlantic, open until sunset.”

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The Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro occupies 28 floors on Avenida Lúcio Costa, facing Barra beach. We sleep in rooms with sand and light wood tones, floor-to-ceiling glass windows, ocean or lagoon views depending on the floor. The 1 200 m² spa offers hammam, sauna and treatment cabins with Brazilian products. The two pools (one indoor, one outdoor overflow) alone justify the detour, especially in late afternoon when the light turns to gold. The service is well-oiled, efficient without being warm, typical of large international chains. From 223 € a night, it is the good value for money for a 5★ by the sea in Rio. We recommend it for beach and business stays, less for carioca immersion ✨

Who is it for?

Who we recommend it to

We recommend the Grand Hyatt to families who want the beach without giving up palace comfort, and to business travellers on mission in Barra (convention district and corporate headquarters). It is also a good address for couples who prefer the calm of Barra to the hustle of Copacabana or Ipanema. Surfers and kitesurfing enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity of the spots in Barra and Recreio.

The building

Architecture and interiors

The Grand Hyatt Rio occupies a contemporary 28-storey tower inaugurated in 2016, glass and concrete architecture signed Aflalo/Gasperini. Interiors signed Yabu Pushelberg: light marble, jatoba wood, linen and cotton fabrics in neutral tones. The lobby opens onto a double-height atrium with direct ocean view. Rooms between 42 and 280 m², all with balcony.

At the table

Restaurants, bar, service

Three tables at the Grand Hyatt: Tano Cucina Italiana for transalpine cuisine (fresh pasta, saffron risotto), Shiro for sushi and ceviches, Tano Café for the Brazilian buffet breakfast (tapioca, tropical fruits, pão de queijo). The Atiaia bar offers cachaça-based cocktails and local fruits, lagoon view, open until midnight. Room service runs 24/7, reduced menu after 23h.

Highlights

Direct access to Barra beach, sun loungers and parasols provided
1 200 m² spa with hammam, sauna and 8 treatment cabins
Two pools: one heated indoor, one overflow facing the ocean
Airport shuttle included, Galeão 35 minutes away
Family rooms and pets accepted, rare in this category

Location & access

Where the hotel sits in Rio de Janeiro

The Grand Hyatt stands in Barra da Tijuca, seaside district west of Rio, 35 km from Copacabana. It is the city's modern business hub (corporate headquarters, convention centres), less touristy but calmer. Barra beach in front of the hotel, 18 km of fine sand, ideal for surfing and kitesurfing. Galeão airport 35 minutes by shuttle, historic centre 45 minutes. The neighbourhood is residential and secure, but one must take a taxi or Uber to reach Ipanema or Sugarloaf.

Good to know

Before you book

Pets: Accepted, all sizes, no extra charge, basket and bowls provided.
Airport shuttle: Included, on reservation, Galeão 35 minutes away.
Outdoor pool: Open 7am-8pm, overflow, sun loungers and towels provided.
Spa: Open 9am-9pm, massages from 60 minutes, reservation recommended.
Parking: On site, valet, 50 BRL / day (≈9 €).
Wi-Fi: Free throughout the hotel, fibre, stable speed.

Facilities

2 pools

Free Wi-Fi connection

Fitness centre

Non-smoking rooms

Airport shuttle

Spa and wellness centre

Beachfront

Facilities for disabled people

Room service

Restaurant

On-site parking

Wi-Fi available everywhere

Family rooms

Pets allowed

Location

Where Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro is located

Exact address