What's it like in Gamboa?

Gamboa is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its restaurants. Be sure to check out AquaRio and Guanabara Bay as part of your Gamboa travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Gamboa?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Gamboa Rio Hotel is the highest ranked property in Gamboa. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gamboa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available in Gamboa.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Gamboa?

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Gamboa, head over to our customer service page .

What are the top things to see and do in Gamboa?

AquaRio, Yup Star, and Centro Cultural José Bonifácio are family favorites to check out in Gamboa. You could also plan a visit to Guanabara Bay or D-Edge RIO while you're in the neighborhood. Bar Dellas, Valongo Wharf, and Centro Cultural Ação da Cidadania are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gamboa. When you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Sacadura 154 and The Home Rio are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Gamboa and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?

If you want to see more of the city, Utopia AquaRio Tram Stop is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Harmonia Tram Stop and Parada dos Navios - Valongo Tram Stop.

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Our top choices for Gamboa hotels

1. Gamboa Rio Hotel

Gamboa

Richard

￥6,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 16 - Sep 17

2. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.5 km from Gamboa

Shaun

￥13,537 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

3. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

1.6 km from Gamboa

roderick

￥15,517 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 18 - Sep 19

4. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.7 km from Gamboa

Brayan Axel

￥4,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

5. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa, 2.2 km from Gamboa

Isata

￥9,459 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

6. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Onsby

￥5,604 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

7. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Wagner

￥7,849 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

8. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.2 km from Gamboa

roderick

￥10,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

9. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Kachi

￥9,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

10. Saionara Hotel

3.1 km from Gamboa

Lars

￥10,349 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 9 - Sep 10

11. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa, 2.4 km from Gamboa

Ana Sofia

￥5,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

12. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Larissa

￥13,689 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 25 - Sep 26

13. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

Thiago

￥8,608 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

14. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

10.5 km from Gamboa

Julie

￥17,783 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

15. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.3 km from Gamboa

Raymond

￥9,634 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

16. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.7 km from Gamboa

megillo

￥12,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 2 - Oct 3

17. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

David

￥16,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

18. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

William

￥11,051 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

19. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

8.4 km from Gamboa

Bruno

￥7,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

20. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.5 km from Gamboa

roderick

￥23,066 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Where to stay in Gamboa

Find the best Gamboa areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Copacabana

Famed for its 4 km balneario beach, this lively Rio de Janeiro neighborhood offers surfing at Arpoador Beach, historic Fort Copacabana, and the iconic promenade designed by Roberto Burle Marx. Enjoy numerous hotels, restaurants, and nightlife, with easy access via three subway Metro stations.

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Ipanema

Surrounded by elegant development, Ipanema's beach boasts vibrant beach culture, with daily gatherings of surfers, sunbathers, and sports enthusiasts. Stroll along the grid-like streets to explore world-class restaurants, shops, and the bustling Ipanema Hippie Market.

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Barra da Tijuca

Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.

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Botafogo

Botafogo is a destination travelers 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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Rio de Janeiro Centro

You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Saara Rio is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Top Gamboa Hotel Reviews

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

10/10 Excellent

"Fue una experiencia muy bonita y nos gustaría volver"

JANEIRO Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Hola!! Si vas de vacaciones a Río el lugar para alojarte es “el Janeiro”. Creo que 5 estrellas es poco. Desde la atención, el servicio, la excelencia de su personal en cada una de las áreas, la mejor ubicación de todo Río y cada detalle demuestra que NADA fue liberado al azar en este hotel. MARAVILLOSO. Gracias, sin duda pronto volveremos."

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

8/10 Good

"It's a great hotel for the location. Near Cinelandia and Lapa, short ride to several businesses, consulates and Santos Dumont airport. Perfect view of the Sugar Loaf mountain from the rooftop by the pool. Staff was attentive and helped with what they could. However during my stay, the boiler broke down and there was no hot water for several hours into the night, so no hot shower that day. I also was shocked they didn't have a proper business center (with a "business " name and everything). TV only had local channels and awful signal, so couldn't even check/watch some of the World Cup. Wifi was a hit or miss, often only working in the lobby area. 2 elevators and one was under repairs, so 1 elevator for 19 floors, I was using the stairs often. Breakfast was excellent. If they fixed whatever wasn't working during my stay, it's a great hotel."

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Our top choices for Gamboa hotels

1. Gamboa Rio Hotel

2. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

3. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

4. Downtown Santana Hotel

5. Américas Granada Hotel

6. Hotel Monte Alegre

7. Hotel OK

8. Arosa Rio Hotel

9. Casa Nova Hotel

10. Saionara Hotel

11. Hotel Art Lapa

12. Windsor Asturias Hotel

13. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

14. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

15. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

16. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

17. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

18. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

19. ibis Budget Rio De Janeiro Shopping Nova America

20. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Where to stay in Gamboa

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Botafogo

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Top Gamboa Hotel Reviews

Othon Palace Copacabana Rio

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