Swimming pool hotels · Rio de Janeiro · Brazil
We assessed 64 hotels in Rio de Janeiro and selected the 49 best to help you find a place with a pool that matches your style and budget.
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Beachfront 5-star
Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront 5-star with a rooftop pool, praised breakfast, and a location that works for both business and leisure.
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Beachfront comfort
Rio de Janeiro
Rated 8.8 from over 7,500 reviews, this Rio hotel impresses with spacious rooms, a rooftop pool, and beachfront location.
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Beachfront Comfort
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool, beach access, and a breakfast spread worth waking up for.
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Sea View Pool
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool and sea views, only a 6-minute walk from Praia do Leme.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, family suites, and a location near Barra da Tijuca Beach and shopping malls.
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Guest favorite
Rio de Janeiro
A 5-star stay with a rooftop pool, spacious suites, and a 9.0 rating from 2,085 guests.
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Beach proximity
Rio de Janeiro
Steps from Ipanema Beach, this hotel pairs a rooftop pool with a fitness centre and a restaurant.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, sauna, and a spot near Windsor Expo Center — a reliable Rio choice.
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City comfort
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, free Wi-Fi, and parking in Catete, near Flamengo Park.
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Beach proximity
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool and praised breakfast, just a 5-minute walk from Copacabana Beach.
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Beachfront comfort
Rio de Janeiro
A polished Leme hotel with a rooftop pool, beach access, and high guest ratings for service and location.
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Beachfront classic
Rio de Janeiro
A 4-star beachfront hotel with a rooftop pool, praised for its location and courteous staff.
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Beachfront
Rio de Janeiro
Directly on Copacabana Beach with a rooftop pool, ocean views, and a full-service spa.
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Beachfront
Rio de Janeiro
Right on Copacabana Beach with a rooftop pool and sea views, this modern hotel wins praise for its staff and breakfast.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
Comfortable rooms, rooftop pool, and a location steps from Copacabana beach.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, friendly staff, and a metro station nearby—comfortable base for exploring Rio.
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Rooftop & Beach
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, beach access, and a location that puts both Copacabana and Ipanema within walking distance.
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Lapa location
Rio de Janeiro
Modern rooms, a rooftop pool, and a breakfast spread praised by guests, steps from Lapa's nightlife.
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Adults-only
Rio de Janeiro
A practical adults-only base in Vila Isabel with on-site parking and a breakfast that guests praise.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool with sweeping views, plus a handy Copacabana location and solid value.
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Copacabana value
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool and standout breakfast in a Copacabana location, with staff consistently praised for going above and beyond.
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Central & comfortable
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool and central location near the Cathedral make this a practical pick for exploring Rio's historic center.
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Boutique & Adults-Only
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, sea-view suites, and a calm adults-only vibe in the heart of Ipanema.
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Beachfront with rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool, beach access, and a spot right by Arpoador rock make this a smart pick for a Rio seaside stay.
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Beachfront 4-star
Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront location with an infinity pool and high guest ratings for service and comfort.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
A solid Flamengo base near the beach and metro, with a rooftop pool and a breakfast guests consistently praise.
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Barra da Tijuca stay
Rio de Janeiro
A Barra da Tijuca stay with kitchenette rooms and a 20-minute walk to the beach.
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Beach proximity
Rio de Janeiro
A 4-star stay near Copacabana Beach with a rooftop pool and a breakfast that guests consistently praise.
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Beach location
Rio de Janeiro
Rooftop pool, free Wi-Fi, and a location one block from Copacabana Beach make this a smart base for exploring Rio.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
A rooftop pool and Copacabana location, with mostly positive reviews from guests.
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Beachfront
Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront Rio hotel with sea-view rooms, rooftop pool, and a solid 8.8 guest rating.
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Convention-ready
Rio de Janeiro
A reliable 5-star stay close to Riocentro, with a rooftop pool and a breakfast worth waking up for.
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Beachside value
Rio de Janeiro
A well-located Copacabana hotel with a rooftop pool, beach access, and a breakfast praised by guests.
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Beachfront
Rio de Janeiro
Stay right on Ipanema Beach with sweeping sea views from many rooms and a rooftop pool.
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Rooftop pool & spa
Rio de Janeiro
A 4-star stay near Jeunesse Arena with a rooftop pool, spa, and bright rooms – ideal for business or exploring Barra.
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Adults Only
Adults-only, clothing-optional lifestyle hotel in Barra da Tijuca with rooftop pool, jacuzzi, and easy beach access.
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Leblon Stay
Rio de Janeiro
A 4-star hotel in Leblon with a rooftop pool, spa, and beach access, just steps from the metro and local dining.
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Beachfront luxury
Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront luxury with ocean views and standout service, steps from Ipanema's famous Posto 9.
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Pool & City Views
Rio de Janeiro
Pool, gym, and views of Christ the Redeemer, steps from Botafogo metro.
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Rooftop pool
Rio de Janeiro
A modern 4-star with a rooftop pool, spa, and on-site parking near Via Parque Shopping in Rio de Janeiro.
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Beach access
Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront apartments with kitchenettes and a pool, a short walk from Macumba Beach.
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Beach-close
Rio de Janeiro
A 4-star Ipanema hotel with a pool, sauna, and beach access — check real guest reviews before booking.
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Beach proximity
Rio de Janeiro Aparthotel
A self-catering apartment with sea views, indoor and outdoor pools, and a short walk to two beaches.
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Beach access
Rio de Janeiro
A well-located pick between Copacabana and Ipanema, praised for its breakfast and helpful staff.
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Pool & Terrace
Rio de Janeiro
A peaceful hostel with a pool, garden terrace, and a 5-minute walk to Quebra Mar.
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Beach proximity
Rio de Janeiro Aparthotel
Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes near Ipanema beach, plus a rooftop pool and free parking.
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Self-catering with pool
Rio de Janeiro
A practical Leblon flat with a pool, parking, and beach access, a short walk from Shopping Leblon.
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Good value
Rio de Janeiro
A convenient all-suite hotel with outdoor pool and free parking near Windsor Expo Center.
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Leblon Aparthotel
Rio de Janeiro Aparthotel
Apartment-style stays with kitchen, pool and sauna in Rio's Leblon district, free parking included.
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Guest favorite
A top-rated Rio apartment with a pool, garden, and parking, a short walk from Maracana and Sao Januario.
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Most of the swimming pool hotels in Rio are rooftop affairs, often with views of the ocean or the city’s hills. Look for these near the beach – Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme – where the pool often comes with sea views. Inland properties in Catete and Flamengo also offer rooftop pools, usually at a lower nightly rate. Prices range from 139 BRL at Petit Rio Flamengo to 7169 BRL at the top end, with the typical stay around 495 BRL.
Typical nightly rates for swimming pool hotels in Rio de Janeiro are around 495 BRL, with options starting as low as 139 BRL (e.g., Petit Rio Hotel) and reaching up to 7169 BRL for the most exclusive properties.
Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leme offer the classic rooftop-pool-with-ocean-view experience, while Barra da Tijuca is better for family-sized suites and resort-style amenities. For budget picks, Catete and Flamengo are also worth checking.
It’s wise to book a few months ahead, especially for the popular beachfront areas during peak season (December to March) and around Carnival. Prices are generally lower from May to October, excluding holidays.
Yes, many of the swimming pool hotels on this page are beachfront, or just a 5-10 minute walk away. Examples include Windsor Palace Copacabana (steps from the beach) and Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme (6-minute walk from Praia do Leme).
Rio de Janeiro’s swimming pool hotels are inseparable from the beach. The city’s classic oceanfront stretch — Copacabana, Ipanema, Leme, and Leblon — is lined with high-rises whose rooftop pools face the Atlantic, so you can trade the crowded sand for a cooling dip with the same view. In Barra da Tijuca, a newer, more spread-out district west of the centre, resorts and business hotels pair pools with family suites and easy access to malls. Inland neighbourhoods like Catete and Flamengo offer smaller, more affordable rooftop pools within reach of the beach and metro.
The price range on this page runs from 139 BRL to 7169 BRL, with a typical nightly rate around 495 BRL. At the budget end, guest ratings hold up well — several 3 and 4-star properties around 200–300 BRL score above 8. At the top, five-star beachfront names climb past 1000 BRL. Nearly half the set is rated highly, so a good pool and a good stay are not reserved for the most expensive options.
These swimming pool hotels suit travellers who want the convenience of a pool with the world-famous atmosphere of Rio’s beaches. They are ideal for relief from the midday sun or an evening soak without the sand. If you're primarily concerned with budget, consider the 'Cheap and budget hotels in Rio de Janeiro' page. For those who prefer to be directly on the sand rather than in a pool, see the 'Beach hotels in Rio de Janeiro'. If an indoor pool is a must, the 'Hotels with indoor pool in Rio de Janeiro' page is a better fit.