Royalty Barra Hotel Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Avenida Pepe, 690, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22622-170

The 4-star Royalty Barra Hotel overlooks Pepes Beach in Barra da Tijuca, featuring 10,818 square feet of event facilities, a business center, and complimentary wireless internet access.

Varied Room Selection

Royalty Barra Hotel houses 249 apartments, including 102 luxury rooms, 25 master suites, and 3 presidential suites, each with balconies offering sea or mountain views. Rooms feature minibars, flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and air conditioning.

International Dining Options

The main restaurant specializes in international cuisine, complemented by a poolside bar and a coffee shop. A free continental breakfast is served daily.

Complete Leisure Facilities

Guests at Royalty Barra Hotel access a fitness center, outdoor swimming pool, children's pool, and playground. Additional amenities include a sauna, hot tub, and games room.

Strategic City Location

Located near Pedra da Gávea Rock, the hotel stands 1 miles from Windsor Expo Center and 2 miles from Mirante do Joa. Public transport links are within a 5-minute walk.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Superior Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

50 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Pool view

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

25 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Deluxe Room

Max:

2 persons

24 m²

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Center

Rio de Janeiro 9.8 mi

Airports

Santos Dumont (SDU) 15.4 mi

Galeao (GIG) 22.1 mi

Train

Estação D Pedro II Central Station 10.6 mi

Train400 ft

Metro stations

Jardim Oceanico3700 ft

Sao Conrado 3.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

Paid parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Elevator

Sports & Fitness

Fitness center

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar

Business

Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Pool with view

Room features

Air conditioning
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Dressing area

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Avenida Pepe, 690, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22622-170

Map view

street view

Avenida Pepe, 690, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, 22622-170

City landmarks

Island

Ilha Da Gigoia

4500 ft

Church

Sao Francisco de Paula Church

2900 ft

Beach

Joatinga Beach

2.6 mi

Mall

Shopping Downtown

1.3 mi

420 R. Dom Rosalvo Costa Rêgo

Chacara Tropical

1.5 mi

Parks

Praca Do Pomar

2000 ft

Cinema Estacao Barra Point

3600 ft

Mall

Esquina da Barra

2700 ft

Night club

Zax Club

4100 ft

Beach

Kanaloa Rio SUP Quebra Mar

5100 ft

Lucio Costa Avenue

3200 ft

Mall

BarraPoint Shopping

3400 ft

Shopping Area

Downtown

1.3 mi

Barra Water Shuttle

3700 ft

Night club

Pink Elephant Rio

3900 ft

Vitrinni Lounge Beer

4000 ft

Night club

All In

4100 ft

Monica Amusement Park

1.3 mi

Condado de Cascais

4300 ft

Ibmec

4500 ft

Estrada do Joa 1045

Mirante do Joa

2.1 mi

Barra da Tijuca

Quebra Mar

1.5 mi

S/N Av. do Pepê

Pepe Beach

1.4 mi

Boulevard Shopping Sao Goncalo

1.0 mi

Mirante Arquiteto Ricardo Menescal

1.1 mi

Parks

Trail to Pedra da Gavea

1.8 mi

Cinemark

1.1 mi

Bridges

Ponte Joatinga

1.7 mi

Sand Castle

1.3 mi

Beach

Praia da Joatinga

2.4 mi

Nearby

Store

Void Lojas Gerais

900 ft

Restaurants

Na Brasa Columbia

500 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 07 Barra de Tijuca

Public Burguer

700 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 57

Praticita

800 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 120

Restaurante Asa Rio

800 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 71

Org Bistro

1100 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 175 Store G

Hell's Burguer

900 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 101 Loja F - Barra Da Tijuca

Tropical Sushi

900 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 101

Bar do Elias

1000 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 162 Barra Da Tijuca

Bar do Adao

900 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 130

Beach Point

800 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 101 Lj B Barra Da Tijuca

Lemonade Bar

900 ft

Avenida Olegario Maciel 130 Bloco E

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

56%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

5.6/10

Guest rating

Rooms

6.2

Location

8.6

Service

5.0

Dining

5.6

3/5 based on 1026 reviews

#247 of 349 hotels in Rio de Janeiro based on Tripadvisor

Jeff

United States of America, February 2025

5.6/10

The Royalty Barra Hotel boasts an unbeatable location right next to the beach with stunning views from my room. However, the lack of proper amenities and indifferent service dampened the stay. While the breakfast offered a decent selection, the overall value for the price was disappointing.

Rooms

6.0

The room had a nice view and was clean, but it felt dated and cramped. I also noticed a lack of essential items like an iron.

Service

5.0

The reception staff seemed indifferent, lacking the warmth and friendliness I expected. Communication was often a challenge.

Location

9.0

Location is fantastic. right by the beach, with many restaurants nearby. It truly is the hotel's greatest asset.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was reasonably good with a variety of options. though I found it a bit basic and had issues with refills.

Facilities

6.0

While the pool area was clean, it lacked sufficient shade and seating. and the air conditioning was quite noisy.

John

United States of America, January 2025

6.0/10

I recently stayed at Royalty Barra Hotel for two days. The location was great, right on the beach, offering stunning ocean views. yet I encountered significant issues. The service was disappointing, with rude staff and a lack of attention to customer needs, making me feel unwelcome during my stay.

Rooms

6.0

My room had a nice ocean view, but the amenities were lacking. It felt dated and I was surprised there were no extra blankets or a mini bar items. For the price I paid, I expected better accommodations.

Service

5.0

The front desk was unhelpful, and I noted a certain level of sarcasm when I expressed my frustrations. I felt dismissed after waiting too long for my room and receiving inadequate service throughout my stay.

Location

8.0

The location was indeed beautiful, right in front of the beach, and away from the chaos of Copacabana and Ipanema. It was very convenient for beach access.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was underwhelming, mostly comprising breads without much variety. I ended up finding better options elsewhere to satisfy my morning cravings.

Facilities

5.0

While the amenities such as room service and laundry were available, the overall quality did not meet expectations, especially considering the additional charges for items like in-room safes and exorbitant internet costs.

Charles

United States of America, January 2025

6.0/10

My stay at the Royalty Barra Hotel was a mixed bag. While I enjoyed the great location right across from the beach and the comfortable bed, the service left a lot to be desired. The breakfast was basic and repetitive, and I faced some frustrating issues with the staff and amenities during my stay. 😕

Rooms

6.0

My room had a decent ocean view, but it was very basic and cramped, with some outdated decor. The air conditioning unit was quite noisy, making it hard to sleep comfortably.

Service

5.0

Sadly, the service was really disappointing. The front desk staff were rude and indifferent, and I felt unwelcome. Whenever I asked for help, it seemed like they were unbothered. 😔

Location

9.0

The location was definitely a highlight, right by the beautiful beach with restaurants and bars nearby. It was great to have everything within walking distance.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was quite basic, with just fruit, bread, and poorly made sausages. I wished there were more options or variety over my stay.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel had some facilities like a pool, but I found the pool area to be quite uninviting. Additionally, there was a charge for WiFi which was disappointing.

Mark

United States of America, November 2024

6.0/10

I had a mixed experience at Royalty Barra Hotel. The location was fantastic, just steps from the beach, and my room offered a lovely view which I appreciated. However, aspects like the service left much to be desired, as the staff often seemed indifferent and unhelpful. While the room was clean, there was a musty odor that made me uneasy, and the breakfast quality could certainly be improved.

Rooms

6.0

The room was clean with a nice beach view, but it had a musty smell that made me hesitant to unpack.

Service

5.0

I found the service disappointing. Staff was often rude, and there was a lack of customer care that left a bad impression.

Location

8.0

The location was one of the best features, right in front of the beach and close to shops and restaurants.

Dining

5.0

Breakfast was below expectations with watery scrambled eggs and stale bread, making me wish I had eaten elsewhere.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities like the pool looked nice, but the internet fees were steep at R$20 a day, which felt excessive.

Alan

United States of America, November 2024

5.0/10

My stay at the Royalty Barra Hotel was marked by a few highs and lows. The location right by the beach was fantastic with plenty of restaurants and shops nearby. However, the service left a lot to be desired, which dampened the overall experience. The room was comfortable and clean, but I did notice some outdated elements that could use a refresh.

Rooms

7.0

The room was nice and clean, featuring a very good and strong shower. The balcony offered a wonderful beach view, which I loved. Despite this, the room had a slightly stale smell when I first entered.

Service

5.0

While there were some friendly staff members, I encountered a rude employee who seemed impatient when I asked for assistance. It felt like there was a disconnect in service standards given the hotel's price point.

Location

9.0

The location is perhaps the hotel's best feature. It's set in a quiet area right in front of the beach, with easy access to shops, bars, and restaurants just a short walk away.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was decent but sometimes chaotic. There were moments when I had to wait too long for refills, and the overall variety could have been better.

Facilities

5.0

The pool area could certainly use some improvements, as there was a lack of shaded areas and enough seating for everyone. Additionally, I noticed some functional issues like a broken elevator which made navigating the hotel a bit inconvenient.