Vila Nova Travel Guide
Rio de Janeiro
Visit Vila Nova
Things to do
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Walking Tour Through the Treasures of Historic Rio de Janeiro
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
Rio: Maracanã Stadium Official Entrance Ticket
Maracana Stadium: Behind the Scenes
Top hotels in Vila Nova
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
"The staff were very helpful my only issue was I wish hospitality staff would learn to communicate better, I know their Portuguese but I think they should learn the bare minimum English"
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
"Everything it’s was good!!"
Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026
Hotel Monte Alegre
"A very good budget hotel. For the price was excellent. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026
Regency Barra Hotel
"This is a very, very old hotel and, in my opinion, it urgently needs a complete renovation. Upon arrival, I encountered several problems in my room. The safe was not working, the air conditioning was out of order for two consecutive days, and there was a problem with the window, which could not be ..."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Downtown Santana Hotel
Wyndham Rio Barra
"Night shift at reception was, in my opinion, really bored. We needed a Shower hair cap. They answer only: We don't have. There was no hot water for the shower, someone came to fix it. Hot water was OK, but ran out after 5-8 minutes. The shampoo and body soap bottles in the shower had no way to be ..."
Reviewed on 9 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Vila Nova
Copacabana
Copacabana Beach and Rua Barata Ribeiro are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Botafogo
Botafogo is a destination travellers like for its beaches, and you might hop aboard the metro at Botafogo Station or Futura estação Morro de São João Station to explore sights like Botafogo Praia Shopping.
Leblon
Consider exploring the beaches in Leblon. If sightseeing is on the list, Ipanema Beach is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Antero de Quental Station or Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station to see more of the area.
