Santa Cruz Travel Guide

Rio de Janeiro

A coastal city with prominent mountains and a fortified island.
A concrete fortification on a rocky coastline with a forested hill in the background.
A coastal town with rocky outcrops and waves crashing onto the shore.
A coastal landscape with rocky shores, calm water, and a hilly backdrop with buildings.
A coastal city with a prominent mountain, numerous boats, and dense urban buildings.

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Serra de Sao Tome

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Serra de Sao Tome during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the forests or discover the area's mountain views.
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Things to do

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari

฿1,295
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Pedra Do Telégrafo + Praia De Grumari
Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal

Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal

฿1,322
per adult
Live Samba Night at Pedra do Sal
Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer

Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer

฿2,234
per adult
Grumari, Prainha & Pontal Beach Day Tour with Transfer
Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Flight Tour

Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Flight Tour

฿8,249
per adult
Rio De Janeiro Helicopter Flight Tour
Lily pads on a pond near a waterfall in a garden in Rio de Janeiro

Sitio Roberto Burle Marx Guided Tour, Admission & Transfer

฿2,957
per traveller
Sitio Roberto Burle Marx Guided Tour, Admission & Transfer
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Scenic Flights Over Landmarks

Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Scenic Flights Over Landmarks

฿10,747
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro Helicopter Tour – Scenic Flights Over Landmarks
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Top hotels in Santa Cruz

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro

5 out of 5
Av. Lucio Costa 9600 Rio de Janeiro
The price is ฿7,445 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿7,445
฿9,190 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"Was a great upscale place to stay"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Regency Barra Hotel

Regency Barra Hotel

3 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa 5210 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is ฿2,534 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿2,534
฿2,661 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Praia da Barra da Tijuca and Farmasi Arena ...
9/10 Wonderful! (615 reviews)
"Muy buena atención, y el lija hermoso. Muy cómodo para disfrutar de la playa"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Regency Barra Hotel
Laghetto Stilo Barra

Laghetto Stilo Barra

4 out of 5
R. Marcelo Roberto, 65 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is ฿3,899 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿3,899
฿4,094 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"The hotel is well located. Beautiful beach across the street. Breakfast is awesome!! You couldn’t ask for more! ❤️"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2026

Laghetto Stilo Barra
Windsor Marapendi

Windsor Marapendi

5 out of 5
Avenida Lúcio Costa, 5400 Rio de Janeiro
The price is ฿3,638 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿3,638
฿4,184 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,172 reviews)
"Great experience! English-speaking staff made it so easy. Location is in a very safe area. Breakfast buffet was incredible and we were so glad they had protein (eggs, bacon, and yogurts)--which was not available in other Brazilian hotels we stayed at, as carbs/cake are often served for breakfast. ..."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Windsor Marapendi
Américas Barra Hotel

Américas Barra Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Av. das Américas, 10.500 Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is ฿1,985 per night from 11 Jul to 12 Jul
฿1,985
฿2,084 total
11 Jul - 12 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Olympic Park and Farmasi Arena are located ...
Américas Barra Hotel
Lagune Barra Hotel

Lagune Barra Hotel

4 out of 5
6555 Av. Salvador Allende Rio de Janeiro RJ
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,755 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿2,755
฿2,951 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (971 reviews)
"Location is close to the beach as well as shopping, I enjoyed it immensely."

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

Lagune Barra Hotel
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Find the best Santa Cruz areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal cityscape with a beach, water reflections, and a hill in the background.

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.

A beach with a patterned walkway, ocean, and mountains in the background.

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.

A beach with people, umbrellas, and a large mountain in the background.

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.

A coastal cityscape with a prominent mountain peak, a beach, and dense urban buildings.

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.

A cityscape with a prominent mountain silhouette, a waterfront, and a bridge.

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.

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