Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro, Rio de Janeiro
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About the Hotel
Av Salvador Allende 6555,
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil,
22783127,
Rio de Janeiro
Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro - A 5-star family-friendly hotel with a rooftop pool, lake views, and proximity to Olympic Park
This 5-star hotel in Barra da Tijuca offers 306 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen TVs, minibars, espresso makers, desks, and private bathrooms with free toiletries. Some rooms include balconies with lake and mountain views. The property features two restaurants serving regional and international dishes, including steak and seafood options, with buffet breakfasts served on weekdays from 6 AM to 10 AM. Leisure facilities include a rooftop outdoor pool, fully equipped gym, sauna, solarium, kids' space, and a small soccer field. The Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro is close to Olympic Park (0.3 miles), Rio Olympic Arena (1 mile), and Cidade do Rock, which hosts the Rock in Rio music festival. A free 10-minute shuttle bus transports guests to Barra beach. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the property, and meeting rooms. Family services include babysitting/childcare and interconnected rooms. A continental breakfast is available each morning at Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro.
Pros
Rooftop outdoor pool with views over the lake and mountains
Free 10-minute shuttle service to Barra beach
Proximity to major venues including Olympic Park (0.3 miles) and Rio Olympic Arena (1 mile)
Two on-site restaurants serving regional and international cuisine
Comprehensive business center operating 24 hours
Cons
The immediate surrounds include the forlorn Olympic Park across the lake
Staff are described as extremely laidback in their service approach
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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
This grand hotel provides facilities designed for comfort and memorable stays.
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Parking
Car park
Luggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
ATM/Cash machine
Sports & Fitness
Fitness centre
Services
Room service
Laundry
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Children
Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room
Spa & Leisure
Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Room features
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room safe
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
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Location
Av Salvador Allende 6555,
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil,
22783127,
Rio de Janeiro
Map view
Av Salvador Allende 6555,
Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil,
22783127,
Rio de Janeiro
City landmarks
Landmark
Pedra da Gavea
4500 ft
Event hall
Rio Olympic Arena
1.3
mi
Landmark
Mirante do Caete
3200 ft
Park
City of Rock
3100 ft
Mall
40 Sabores
2900 ft
Mall
Shopping Map Band
1.1
mi
Store
Supermarket
1.3
mi
Mall
Centro Comercial ESTRELAS
1.4
mi
Landmark
Regiao Olimpica da Barra da Tijuca
1.9
mi
Landmark
Dom Quixote
1.6
mi
Landmark
Sitio Roberto Burle Marx
2.2
mi
Landmark
Rio2 Park
1.7
mi
Mall
Shopping Rio Design Barra
2.3
mi
Event hall
Citibank Hall
3.1
mi
Shopping Area
Shopping Millennium
2.4
mi
Park
Bosque da Barra
2.9
mi
Landmark
Santuario Mariano de Shoenstatt
2.9
mi
Mall
Via Parque Shopping
3.1
mi
Store
Supermercado Mundial
3.0
mi
Mall
Barra World
3.0
mi
Museum
Museu Selecao Brasileira
3.3
mi
Landmark
KTC - Karma Theksum Chokhorling
3.0
mi
Church
Shrine of Nossa Senhora do Rosario de Fatima
3.2
mi
Museum
Bispo do Rosario Contemporary Art Museum
3.2
mi
Landmark
Praca Sentinela
4.0
mi
Landmark
Image and Sound Museum
4.3
mi
Nearby
Mall
Riocentro
500 ft
Restaurants
Beco Band Restaurante
1.1
mi
Estrada dos Bandeirantes 8591 Shopping Map Band
Reviews and Ratings
Feedback from previous guests about their experience.
Guest reviews
5.0/10
based on 5 reviews
8.7
8.7/10 based on 602 reviews
Don
United States,
December
2024
7.4/10
I had an enjoyable stay at the Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro, thanks to its excellent staff and stunning rooftop pool. However, the hotel still faces challenges, particularly with infrastructure and dining options. Overall, I appreciate the luxury ambiance, but there's potential for improvement in service consistency and location accessibility.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms are well-designed, providing a five-star feel with a comfortable atmosphere, and I loved the superb pool view from my room.
Service
6.0
The staff were friendly and eager to assist, though I did face delays with room service and struggled with communication at times.
Location
5.0
While the hotel is conveniently next to the convention center, it's a bit far from the famous beaches and main tourist attractions, which can be a hassle.
Dining
5.0
Dining options could improve; the restaurant lacked variety and quality on occasion, leaving me wanting more from a hotel of this caliber.
Facilities
7.0
The rooftop pool was a highlight, and the gym offered fantastic views, but access to cabs was often a challenge.
Alfred
United States,
December
2024
7.4/10
I had an amazing weekend stay at Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro, blending both leisure and a touch of business. The hotel is beautifully decorated, and the staff were exceptionally friendly, making my experience nice. However, the location is a bit remote if you're looking to hit the beaches, but it is conveniently close to the Olympic Park. Overall, a fantastic escape! 🌟
Rooms
9.0
My deluxe room was spacious, featuring a huge, comfy bed and a working desk that was perfect for catching up on some tasks. The bathroom was quite nice, and I loved the shower setup with a window overlooking the room.
Service
10.0
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, from check-in to the bar area. They even provided an early check-in for me, which was a nice touch.
Location
7.0
While the hotel is a bit out of the way from the famous beaches, it's fairly close to the Rock in Rio festival site and the Olympic Park, which worked well for my visit.
Dining
9.0
Breakfast was excellent with a balanced variety, and I particularly enjoyed the chef's Tapioca. Very satisfying start to my day! 🥞
Facilities
8.0
The rooftop pool was a great place to unwind and soak up the sun. A lovely feature of the hotel!
Michael
United States,
November
2024
5.4/10
I had a pleasant stay at the Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro. The hotel is new and well-designed, with a fantastic pool view and a sumptuous breakfast, although the restaurant could use a bit more variety. The location is convenient for the convention center but a bit far from the main attractions of Rio, and getting a cab can be a challenge at times.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms are cool, well-designed, and manage to provide a five-star experience while still being welcoming and comfortable.
Service
8.0
The staff was incredibly helpful and friendly, clearly dedicated to making the hotel a top-tier destination, although some had limited English skills.
Location
6.0
The hotel is a bit remote, especially when it comes to accessing famous beaches and other key areas of Rio, making transportation somewhat challenging.
Dining
7.0
The breakfast is great but lunch options were limited to the buffet, which didn't quite match the luxury level expected at this hotel.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel offers room service and a business center, although I found the air conditioning too cold for comfort.
William
United States,
November
2024
7.0/10
My stay at the Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro was quite pleasant overall. The hotel is new and beautifully designed, but its remote location can be inconvenient. The breakfast was a highlight, though lunch options were limited and somewhat disappointing.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were clean, well-appointed, and featured comfortable beds and rain showers. I particularly enjoyed the view from my room.
Service
7.0
The staff was very attentive and professional, though I encountered some language barriers. There were delays during check-in and some operational issues.
Location
6.0
The hotel's location is perfect if you need to be near the Riocentro convention center, but it feels quite far from the main attractions and beaches of Rio.
Dining
6.0
While breakfast was excellent and fulfilling, I found the dinner service slow and the menu offerings limited, with the buffet for lunch lacking variety.
Facilities
7.0
The rooftop pool was lovely, and although the business center was helpful, the air conditioning throughout felt too cold at times for my comfort.
Joe
United States,
November
2024
6.8/10
The Grand Mercure Rio De Janeiro Riocentro offers a modern and luxurious stay, though its remote location might be a drawback for some. The rooms were spacious and comfortable, and the staff was attentive and eager to assist. While the dining options were good, they occasionally fell short in variety and quality. Overall, it's a great place for business travelers, but the distance from popular attractions could be a concern.
Rooms
8.0
The rooms were very spacious and clean, with incredibly comfortable beds that made for a great night's sleep.
Service
8.0
The staff was extremely helpful and went out of their way to assist me, although some had limited English skills.
Location
5.0
The hotel is quite remote, especially with unfinished public transport options, making it a trek from the airport and popular beaches.
Dining
6.0
While the buffet for breakfast and lunch offered a good variety, the dinner options weren't always up to par, and some meals ran out quickly.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel features a nice bar and a rooftop restaurant with great views, though I encountered some occasional issues with electricity.
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