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Vila Santa Teresa

5.0 star property

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City view
Ocean views, open daily
Front of property - evening/night
Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy
Ocean views, open daily

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Spa
  • Room service

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R. Almirante Alexandrino 2305, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22745271
  • Arcos da Lapa
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premier Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Premier Suite

  • 431 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Classic Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Classic Suite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Presidential Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Presidential Suite

  • 538 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Suite | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About this property

Vila Santa Teresa

5-star hotel in Santa Teresa
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this hotel. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a coffee shop/cafe are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Vila Santa Teresa offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with iPod docking stations and safes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 30-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Vila Santa Teresa features a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. The hotel offers a restaurant, a coffee shop/cafe, and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access.

This Belle Époque hotel also offers a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. For a surcharge, the property provides an airport shuttle (available on request) and a beach shuttle. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

Vila Santa Teresa has designated areas for smoking.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Restaurant Beatriz - This poolside restaurant serves breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required.
Bar Alberto - This poolside bar serves light fare only. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Vila Santa Teresa is listed in the 2016 Condé Nast Traveler Hot List.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on request
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Alberto
  • Restaurant Beatriz

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Belle Époque architecture
  • Built in 1970
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 30-inch flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 18 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 495 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel
Vila Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro
Vila Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Vila Santa Teresa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is the definition of luxury and boutique, with outstanding service. Whilst away from the hustle and bustle that Rio has to offer (and a bit challenging to get back to at night times), anyone looking for a memorable stay should earmark this place. A true gem!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous, relaxing, amazing service!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views from our suite were unforgettable!! It was a paradise in all aspects of the word. And the staff would do anything for you to make your stay perfect. Yasmin was just the perfect person for the job, and she made our stay a dream come true! We had the time of our lives and Yasmin was a big part of that. Vila Santa Theresa is an even better hotel thanks to her. Our trip was truly memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel L

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My paradise
This was not a hotel, this was a home This was luxury living at its best. I felt like I was living in a celebrity world of exclusivity and comfort. There are only 7 guest suites so was very private. The staff was excellent, the rooms extremely comfortable, the food delicious, and the views unexplainable. It was very difficult to leave this paradise. I have only a few comments. The pool was nice, but would be nice if it was skimmed with a net each morning to catch the few bugs and leaves. (by the way there were not many bugs here or really anywhere in Rio). Also it is a bit difficuly for cab and uber drivers to find. One we knew how to get there it was not a problem and they called taxis for us for pick up. IT wqas worth it though as this was the most spectacular place I have ever stayed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Booked a suite for my 40th. I arrive around 10am, check-in is at 3pm so the staff said have breakfast and hangout until the room is ready. Im eating breakfast and a female guest starts yelling and throwing her hands up. Said that I shouldn't be here. The staff removed my plate, asked if I could leave, picked up my bag and escorted me out. He requested I not come back until 3pm. Not a pleasant welcome. . .other than that, room was clean, food was delicious, staff was nice. I wanted to book a helicopter but they said I had to have other people with me. Im a solo traveler.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay!
Excellent stay in a quiet retreat which was a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Private, secluded with a delicious breakfast and an outstanding view. The staff was exceptional including Alessandro who helped me with everything from restaurant reservations to transportation, my cleaning service by Adrienne was excellent and all the supporting staff including Leonardo. I would definitely return. Highly secure property and really love the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff excellent. Thanks Daniel, David, Bruno & Ricardo! We hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing stay in Santa Teresa neighbourhood. Stayed for two nights, and dined in for all meals. Great cuisine, service, and unique wine list. Art Deco-inspired gem, with breathtaking views. Heaven!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzana

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an incredible stay at Villa Santa Teresa. We arrived to this absolute dream like villa on a private gated mountain top road surrounded by gardens. The estate and views took our breath away. You will feel almost like you’re staying in a private mansion of a good friend. Room was immaculate and the turndown service was perfect. The staff provided buttons so you always could reach someone for a cocktail or assistance. I can’t rave enough about it. We spent one of our days exploring the town but loved the hotel so much we decided to stay out and enjoy for our last day by the pool and having a beautiful dinner overlooking the mountain and ocean. It’s a truly magical experience and one that my husband and I will remember forever. We would come back in a heartbeat! Don’t hesitate, just book :)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy, Miami

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful stay at VST. Excellent service and amazing hotel. Exceeded all my expectations. Thank you very much VST and special thanks to Ursula for her kind hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Que experiência incrível tivemos! Não tinha uma expectativa tão grande, mas a mesma foi superada em todos os sentidos. Intimista, recomendo como destino para casais!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pascale, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is the place to be in Rio. Nice rooms , great service and amazing views
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Great property - CHILDREN NOT ALLOWED
Tremendous views. My biggest complaint was that they don’t go out of the way to clearly point out children are not allowed to stay at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After being to Rio plenty of times before we were not expecting this level of service. Adorable house, amazing location with probably the best service we've ever experienced in Brazil. Will be back, com certeza!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and grounds and especially the views are excellent, coziness, service and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spectacular view Charming staff
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christopher, Columbus, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vila Santa Teresa by far was the “icing on the cake” of my Rio de Janeiro visit. I can’t say enough about how beautiful, safe, and accommodating my stay was. I love the fact that I was contacted via phone days before my arrival to confirm my reservation so that I felt welcome. I truly love this being that I don’t speak Portuguese. It was nice to know that they were thinking of me before arrival. I must also say that Felipe, Rose, Vilmar, and Sabino were fantastic! Felipe seemed to be the manager. Both he and Vilmar spoke English. They were very informative and helped guide me through the hotel’s beauty, luxury design, setup, and the Santa Teresa area. My room was a dream! It was very spacious. I had a premium suite with a view of the Guanabara Bay, which included a spectacular view of Sugar Loaf mountain. The view is something I will never forget. If you’re looking for luxury, seclusion, and top hospitality minutes from the the craziness of the beach crowd, then Hotel Vila Santa Teresa is your spot. You won’t regret it.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

EV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Unique. Spectacular estate on the hills of Rio. Unbelievable views. Beautiful "home" with great rooms, art, food, staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Elsie, NY

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Extraordinary views, beautiful "home", great staff, delicious food. Paradise.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Bridgette

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The stay is an interesting experience. This is a two stories mansion located inside a large private estate up the hill. The villa itself has nice living areas modernly furnished and a small outdoor pool with amazing bay and mountain views. The room is spacious and clean. Welcome fruit and Italian brand bottled water are provided on the day of arrival. I have paid a premium for a room with balcony (over AUD 1,000 per night) however the villa checked me in a room without balcony and I was told the room I wished for had already been occupied. No refund was offered for this situation. Unlike an hotel, there isn't an official reception inside the villa. It is very hard to get service. There is only one person working as the receptionist who walks around the house and can hardly be reached by the phone provided inside the room. I literally had to searched around the house for the receptionist to get service attention. Not to mentioned other general services you can easily get by making a call. Breakfast is a la cart. Options are minimum. Overall, the highlight is the view. It is not indeed a luxury hotel.

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Weekend visit
Wonderful, exclusive property. Top notch personal and friendly service by the entire staff. I’ll definitely be returning again with my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018