Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro

ex. Hotel Amazonas
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil View on map
5.8 Decent Based on 275 reviews
Editor's Pick

"A breakfast buffet serves tropical fruit, coffee, and eggs each morning. Rooms are tidy with air conditioning. Best for budget-conscious travelers, less so for anyone relying on a functioning elevator."

From US$ 22 US$ 19 per night
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Check-in
22 Sept 2026
Check-out
23 Sept 2026
Guests
2 guests

Adults:

2

Children:

0
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Why guests choose Gamboa Rio Hotel

  • Porto Maravilha
    Near Museum of Tomorrow
  • Buffet Breakfast
    Fruits & international dishes
  • Airport Shuttle
    Santos Dumont 2 miles
  • Sauna Suites
    Spa bath included
  • Business Center
    Fax & meeting rooms
  • Lapa Nightlife
    5 min walk

Overview

Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro, located about a 20-minute stroll from National Library, features currency exchange and elevator. Located 1.3 miles from such shopping venues as Apotheosis Square, the 3-star hotel has 49 rooms near a bus stop.

The Rio de Janeiro hotel lies in the Gamboa district, a stone's throw from Centro Cultural Light. The smoke-free Gamboa Rio is merely 5 minutes by foot from Museum of Valongo Wharf and approximately 10 minutes by foot from Presidente Vargas subway station. Guests might as well visit Largo do Caco, which is only 0.7 miles away. The massive Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian is also situated around a 25-minute walk away. Terminal Rodoviario Coronel Americo Fontenelle bus station is in the vicinity of the property, and the 3.5 - million - liter AquaRio Aquarium lies just 0.7 miles away.

The rooms overlook the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini-fridge-bar. Climate control are featured for guests' comfort. The rooms also include private bathrooms with a separate toilet and a shower.

A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the Gamboa Rio Rio de Janeiro. The à la carte Pier 15 restaurant is a great feature of the hotel. The restaurant serves Brazilian cuisine. Drinks are available at the lounge bar.

  • Check-in
    from 14:00 until 23:59
  • Check-out
    until 12:00
  • Hotel class
    3 stars
Gamboa Rio Hotel
Our tips

Should you book Gamboa Rio Hotel?

Perfect if you
  • want a room with a spa bath and sauna - some rooms at Gamboa Rio offer these amenities.
  • need easy access to Rio's main attractions - the hotel is a 15-minute drive from Copacabana, Sugarloaf, and Christ the Redeemer.
Maybe skip if you
  • need to bring a pet - the hotel enforces a no-pets policy.
  • require free airport transportation - the hotel's airport shuttle is available for an extra fee.
Best for
  • the welcome drink offered at check-in

Facilities of Gamboa Rio

General
  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Allergy-free rooms
  • Lift
  • Currency exchange
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key access
Dining
  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Packed lunches
Gamboa Rio Guest Services
  • Housekeeping
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Grocery shopping service
  • Welcome drink
  • Business centre
  • Fax/Photocopying
Room Amenities
  • Air conditioning
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cots
  • Children's menu

Policies

Gamboa Rio Hotel applies these conditions to all bookings.
Check-in / Check-out
Check-in
from 14:00 until 23:59
Check-out
until 12:00
Important info
  • Children and extra beds
  • There are no extra beds provided in a room.
  • There are no cribs provided in a room.

Frequently asked questions

During your stay at Gamboa Rio Hotel, you can dine at Pier 15 restaurant which serves international dishes.
Gamboa Rio is just a stone’s throw away from the city’s key locations and sites, including Institute of Research and New Black Memory and Pedra do Sal.
The cost of a night's stay in Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro is $34.
Gamboa Rio Hotel provides Wi Fi throughout the property.
Guests of Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro will reach the downtown within 20 minutes' walk.
Santos Dumont is the closest airport and it is situated within 0.5 miles from Gamboa Rio Hotel.
Popular spots near Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro include Flamengo Park, Maua Square, Tiradentes Square, among others.
Restaurants near Gamboa Rio include Sabor Makenzie and Imperatriz Gourmet.
Gamboa Rio Hotel will accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express as well as other payment methods.
Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro offers allergy free rooms, a sauna and a restaurant.
Some rooms of Gamboa Rio Hotel welcome guests with such facilities as a mini bar, climate control and LCD TV set.
Yes, Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro offers airport shuttle service. Please call ahead to confirm the details.

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Check-in
22 Sept 2026
Check-out
23 Sept 2026
Guests
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Adults:

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Children:

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