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Windsor Excelsior Hotel

3.5 of 5
Avenida Atlantica 1800 | Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22021-001, Brazil (Copacabana)
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Windsor Excelsior Hotel
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4 of 5 stars
  • Service
    4 of 5 stars
  • Value
    3.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
Date Rating
Rio de Janeiro, RJ
1 review
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

I'm currently staying at this hotel. The staff has/has tried to fool me more than once and does not speak English fluently. I'm waiting to see how the staff acts at the lobby when I tell them I speak Portuguese. Furthermore there is a washing machine running everyday from around 7am to 10am and 7pm to 9pm on each floor... More

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Irvine, California
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2013

Our customized tour in S.America Brazil, Argentina and Peru, was professionaly prepared by Clara Tort of South America Travel. She patiently changed our itinerary so many times to fit our schedule and the places we would like to see to make our vacation successful. But, the highlight of our tour was our first hotel. Located along the Copacabana beach, we... More

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Woking
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15 reviews 15 reviews
6 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 13, 2013

Recently stayed here on business. The hotel room was exceedingly expensive for what you get. Two beds (no choice!), no coffee making facilities, a view of a concrete block or some apartments (through a bush being grown outside the window), limited air conditioning, very dated decor, limited drawers for clothes, no complimentary water in the room just a mini bar... More

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New York, New York, United States
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

Thanks to tripadvisor and a very good reviews for this hotel, I never regret that I stayed there together with my mom and my daughter. First time visited Brazil, was very happy with the hotel staff and the service. We are from New York and was very exited about this trip! We loved everything about this hotel: the room, the... More

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Santos, SP
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

A smalll Pousada with a great atmosphere, uses by backpackers from all over theWorld. fodd served all night long and much better than the local bars and restaurants. Bookable was trip by Jepp on a safari to all waterfalss wwith a swim in icy cold water under the watchfrul eye of the tour guide......not a place for children or babies......also... More

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Santos, SP
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35 reviews 35 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2013

Location in front of the Copacabana beach excelent. View from the top floor really nice. Pitty it was raining. Breakfast excelent. Bar on top floor and in the lobby simple. Service very good, front desk lightly stressed that day. Room and bathroom are a bit old fashioned and bathroom window cant be opened. What turned me off was that I... More

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2 reviews
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013 via mobile

stayed here for my 40th, found if you used a hotel taxi instead of going on trips worked out cheaper, food was fine in the hotel, very hot, beach was lovely, I wouldn't recommend the posh restaurant opposite this hotel food was sub standard and very expensive, got to MABS bar/restaurant a couple of blocks down very cheap and food... More

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Farnborough, United Kingdom
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32 reviews 32 reviews
12 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

We were booked into a different hotel close by however due to problems in the other hotel we were moved here. The staff at the Windsor Excelsior were very friendly and helpful, especially with dealing with transferring our booking. We stayed here for three nights although spent little time in the hotel as we were out exploring Rio and the... More

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Wiltshire
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 23, 2013

So, went there recently for a few days. This hotel is in an excellent location and front and side rooms give an expansive view of Copacabana Beach. My room was comfortable and, unusually, had a firm pillow. The en suite was rather compact but the walk-in shower a definite bonus. Breakfast was varied and enjoyable and the first hotel in... More

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Brisbane, Queensland
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86 reviews 86 reviews
83 hotel reviews
Reviews in 76 cities Reviews in 76 cities
182 helpful votes 182 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 22, 2013

We had 2 twin rooms at the Excelsior as part of an organised tour for a few days - thus it was not a hotel that we particularly chose or researched. The hotel is well staffed with many security guards, doormen, etc in the foyer. Reception staff were delightful - one of our rooms had been upgraded for whatever reason;... More

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  • Copacabana Beach(14)
  • Very good(6)
  • Great location(5)
  • Breakfast buffet(5)

Additional Information about Windsor Excelsior Hotel

Address: Avenida Atlantica 1800 | Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22021-001, Brazil
Region: Brazil > State of Rio de Janeiro > Rio de Janeiro > Copacabana
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Business Center Fitness Center Free Breakfast Free Parking Restaurant Room Service Suites Swimming Pool Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
#14 On the Beach Hotels in Rio de Janeiro
#19 Family Hotels in Rio de Janeiro
Price Range: $$$
Hotel Class:3.5 star (3.5*)
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