I stayed here for my last night in Brazil after a holiday of over a month during which I stayed in 9 different hotels and hostels. On booking online I noticed a couple of people had given this place poor reviews (saying desk staff unhelpful) but I found quite the reverse. I arrived very early in the morning and asked... more

I do agree with a couple of reviewers and I know the receptionist described. We made sure that we didn't speak to him and waited until a responsive and helpful receptionist was available. I know this wasn't always possible. We booked excursions: a city tour and rainforest tour and they were great. The room was nice and well equipt. The... more

Service was poor; One of the male receptionists was aloof and disinterested. The room was not the one we saw pictures of or described on the internet site, it was small with a bad odour. Breakfast was good and location was very good but I would not stay there again or recommend it to anyone. more

I booked my last two nights hotel in Rio through the Air Canada website while I was in Iguacu Falls...the night before my return to Rio. I booked the Astoria because of the reviews on Trip Advisor. I waited for about 90 minutes for a bus at the airport...the first one was full so had to wait for another one... more

The hotel is at good location. It is easy to find. We took the bus from airport to the hotel. Also, we managed to use Metro/Bus to get to Corcovado, Sugar loaf and center. The room has nice shower room and safe, fridge etc. The air condition is a little noisy and the hotel charged internet access. It is odd... more

I was very happy with my stay here, it is only 3 short blocks from Copacabana beach, a nice modern hotel, very friendly receptionist, good buffet breakfast with lots of choices. Rooms have a safe free of charge. Neighbourhood feels safe. Hotel is in a quiet side street but not deserted. Single rooms are very small but fine with me,... more

We stayed 5 nights in Rio, arrived with the early morning flights. We had a good starting impression: we got to the hotel at 6 AM, and check-in is at 11. But since nobody stayed in our booked room the night before, they did let us in. I was very greatful, had a bad sleep on the flight. Thanks for... more

I was very pleased with my stay at the Astoria. For less than £40 per night for the room, I was in a good hotel, with great amenities (like pool, fitness centre - although had no time to use them), good buffet breakfast and 2 blocks from Copacabana Beach. Felt safe in the neighbourhood. Staff were helpful at reception to... more

I've stayed in this hotel on July on a business trip. The hotel is right in front of Copacabana beach; you can't be any closer to the beach than this. Copacabana is a really nice beach, and a wonderful area of Rio. During the day the area was quite lively and lots of people around, but during the night it... more