Right bang in the middle of the best area in Rio (Ipanema) and just two blocks from the beach, the location is ideal. However, for the price ($310USD a night) there are some serious disappointments. The WiFi signal was so weak it was useless. The Internet connection at the two stations in the lobby was frustratingly slow AND the hotel... More

This was my second stay at the Vermont Hotel. The location is perfect, in the heart of Ipanema, especially close to the gay street and gay section of beach at Posto 9. Oddly though didn't notice any other gays in the hotel. What I like is the location, the friendly helpful reception service (esp the lady who I think has... More

The positives: The hotel is in a great location, 2 blocks from the Ipanema Beach, many coffee houses, bakeries nearby, 2 blocks from the Hippie Fair etc. The Hotel staff are extremely accommodating and friendly, there is a great breakfast that serves from 6:30 to 11, so one can make it a lunch too=fruit, bread, cheeses, meat etc and every... More

We've chosen the hotel for its location and we were not disappointed at all since the prices were among the most competitive in Ipanema for the comfort offered. Our room (ask for the higher floors possible!) was pretty small but clean with air con but no possibility to regulate temperature so we woke up every night freezing... The furniture were... More

during the reservation process the hotel required credit card information including a photocopy of front and back of my card - i never heard of this but sent them the information required. 1 week later i was called by my credit card company fraud alert for an attempted spending spree in rio. i explained i was still in the united... More

We stayed at this small hotel for a couple of nights after taking a cruise from Venice, and found it just great. Our room was ready for us even though we arrived before 11am, and the Bell Boy took our cases up to the 8th floor, and checked that everything worked before leaving us. The Hotels location is superb, right... More

The Ipanema location is the main reason to stay at Vermont Hotel. The beach is a safe 5 min walk away. Enjoy the view of the ocean there and start relaxing. Vermont is a (very) basic hotel with clean rooms (you can open the window) and tired bathrooms. The staff speaks English and most are kind. The breakfast-staff offered service... More

I was recommended this hotel in tripadvisor forums and I am glad I asked for a recommendation. This is a budget hotel and at $160 US a night in Ipanema I found this to be of fair value. The location is what makes it worth while, you are 2 blocks from everything e.g. subway, beach, shopping, restaurants. The location could... More

I stayed here during a business trip, for two nights. The hotel is pretty clean, which is essential for me. My room had a good size, with twin beds. The bathroom is a bit old, but works perfectly and is clean. In the first night, I had a bad night of sleep. Early in the morning (6 am) I could... More