Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Property class: 4.5
Luxury hotel with spa, near Fundição Progresso

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When you stay at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Arcos da Lapa and Fundição Progresso. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa, and Versatil, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Francisco Muratori Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Portinha Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Self parking
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Conference center

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $103
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30

Why we love this property

Work meets play
Located in the city center, this hotel combines business amenities with relaxation. A business center awaits, while the spa offers massages after meetings.
Dine internationally
Explore 2 restaurants serving international cuisine at this hotel. Sip drinks at the stylish bar, then wake up to a complimentary buffet breakfast.

Room options

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red ottoman, and framed artwork on the wall.

Collection Suíte Junior

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a painting on the wall.

Collection Superior Preservado

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV.

Apartment

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(71 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Apartamento **

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted TV.

Apartamento **

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Collection Superior Preservado **

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a window, and a painting on the wall.

Collection Superior Preservado **

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Collection Superior Premium

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a red chair, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Collection Superior Premium

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a view of an outdoor pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

Collection Apartamento Preservado

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Executive Apartment

A double bed with a headboard, two bedside tables, and a mural on the wall.

Executive Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a TV, and a chair.

Executive Apartment

7.2 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

APARTMENT TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 10

APARTMENT BUSINESS

  • Sleeps 10

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a door with frosted glass panels.

COLLECTION PRESERVADO CAPACITY 1

  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua do Riachuelo,124, Centro do Rio de Janeiro - Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20230-014

What's nearby

  • Circo Voador - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arcos da Lapa - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Fundição Progresso - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Selarón Steps - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 8 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 18 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 41 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Flag Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 5 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 21 min walk
  • Francisco Muratori Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Portinha Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop - 13 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪La Bocca Bar & Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dario Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Vila Galé - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Dalapa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Espaço Multifoco Bistrô - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

  • When you stay at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Arcos da Lapa and Fundição Progresso. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa, and Versatil, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine. An outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Francisco Muratori Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Portinha Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 292 rooms
    • Arranged over 18 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 14 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (BRL 33 per day)
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Conference center (6717 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2014
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

Dining

Versatil - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine.
Inevitavel - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, dinner, and light fare.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • There is a service fee of 10 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he 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. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs BRL 33 per day
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Also known as

Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Hotel
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio Janeiro
Vila Gale Rio De Janeiro Brazil
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Yes. Self parking costs BRL 33 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro and nearby?

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro has a spa and an outdoor pool, as well as a steam room and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro like?

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro is in Rio de Janeiro Centro, a short 3-minute walk from Francisco Muratori Tram Stop and 7 minutes' walk from Arcos da Lapa.

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Reviews

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast offered a wide selection and was delicious, with many options to choose from. (115 reviews)
  • The pool is a great asset, described as wonderful, lovely, superb, and wonderful again, providing a lovely oasis in the middle of the city. (72 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered a divine dinner buffet, delicious food, and excellent service. (29 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

The breakfast was amazing, lovely pool too
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10/10 Exceptional

Very good hotel and breakfast
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6/10 Good

The hotel was clean; however, the Wi-Fi in my room didn't work during my 8-night stay. Although the staff moved me to another room, the issue was still not resolved
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10/10 Exceptional

Super hotel Breakfast very busy Staff really helpful
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, pool, breakfast were good
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10/10 Exceptional

Check-in was fast and easy and the property overall was excellent. The pool area was really great. The hotel is within walking distance to the sites that I wanted to see and there were plenty of restaurants close by. The room was clean and tidy and I would definitely book here again.
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10/10 Exceptional

slow check-in, nice room, but thin walls, great pool
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10/10 Exceptional

While the immediate surrounding area isn't suitable for walking + exploration, the hotel itself is an oasis that is such incredible value for money - we ate at the on-site restaurant for three dinners! The massages we received were fantastic also. We'd definitely return!
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8/10 Very good

Clean room. Excellent staff. The only thing i didn't feel comfortable in the area around the hotel.didnt feel safe.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms. Friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful breakfast. Pool and surrounds are enjoyable. Restaurants serving delicious food.
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10/10 Exceptional

I very much enjoyed my stay at Vila Galé! The staff were excellent from check in to check out, the property itself is beautiful in an old, but updated colonial property. I stayed in one of the apartments right beside the pool and terrace, and even while you were situated with a walkway outside the room, I felt safe and comfortable enough to open the windows wide and take a nap or do whatever within the room. I would highly recommend this hotel to anyone who wants to explore the beautiful Rio de Janeiro!
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10/10 Exceptional

I found the hotel clean and well located close to the airport. I was surprised there was no bell man to assist with the luggage despite being at a 5 star hotel. This could be added. In addition, I was not able to order room service despite calling several times- no one answered. I very much appreciated the late check out and the front desk staff was great. Overall a a wonderful stay but a few things could be improved upon.
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4/10 Fair

Booked a day to enjoy, to swim and take sun together. When we arrived, swimmingpool was empty, and not posible to use sunbed…. Destroyed our stay…
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10/10 Exceptional

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10/10 Exceptional

Great service!
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10/10 Exceptional

All very good.very happy with my stay
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente!
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8/10 Very good

Great facilities in hotel. Area around hotel is a bit scruffy
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10/10 Exceptional

fo bom
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8/10 Very good

The bar had a good options
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8/10 Very good

I love this hotel. This was my second stay in 10 months. My only criticism was check-in. There were 4 people ahead of me and it took almost a half hour to get to me.
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8/10 Very good

It appears that they are refurbishing the rooms. Differently from my last stay, they did not attempt to charge me extra fees on anything. Good bfast and nice bed/ pillows! Good stay overall!
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4/10 Fair

Terrible staff super slow check in over 40 mins also slow check out . The staff need to learn how to deal with guests . The hotel itself is good and great pool but only open from 10 am . The area around the hotel is not great if it’s you first time in Rio .
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4/10 Fair

You may save money staying here instead of the beach, but you’ll quickly find of why once you arrive. My friends had broken AC and ants in their room requiring them to move units multiple times throughout our trip and if you want a drink by the pool you will wait your whole trip to get even the simplest of orders. And to the latter it’s not about being more patient or them being understaffed, it’s literally just poor service.
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8/10 Very good

The location is great! The facilities are good, too. The room was good, too, but you can hear next door depending on the room assignment (some rooms share a door with next door, that’s why their noises will be audible). The bathroom is good; the shower head had the right pressure, but the lights could be brighter in there. I didn’t get the chance to experience the pool or the bar. Breakfast was wonderful, with many options of pastries, fruits, and omelets.