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 Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival while you're in the neighborhood. Valongo Wharf, Centro Cultural Ação da Cidadania, and Pedra do Sal are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gamboa. When you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Samba City and Espaco Cultural Heloneida Studart 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.

Top Gamboa Hotels

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Gamboa Rio Hotel

Gamboa

Iraerson Pusceddu Aguiar

Saionara Hotel

3.1 km from Gamboa

Nadia Karla

￥10,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 12 - Mar 13

B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

9.6 km from Gamboa

Kingsley

￥9,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Fluminense Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.3 km from Gamboa

Jonathan

Daily buffet breakfast (BRL 58 per person)

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

Thiago

￥10,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 27 - Mar 28

Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Larissa Oliveira Teles

￥8,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa, 2.4 km from Gamboa

Juan

￥6,311 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 18 - Mar 19

ATH Hotel - Américas Townhouse

Recreio dos Bandeirantes, 28.1 km from Gamboa

remy

￥9,737 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Quality Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca

Jacarepagua, 21.9 km from Gamboa

Jinesh

￥16,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa

LESLEY

￥6,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 15 - Mar 16

Daily buffet breakfast (BRL 38 per person)

Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.3 km from Gamboa

Aymeric

￥8,733 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.2 km from Gamboa

Kenneth Wayne

Daily buffet breakfast (BRL 45 per person)

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

Mariana

￥13,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 23 - Mar 24

Rede Andrade Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.4 km from Gamboa

LIL BAHADUR

￥10,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 11 - Mar 12

ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America

8.4 km from Gamboa

mary

￥11,107 total

includes taxes & fees

Apr 9 - Apr 10

CLH SUITES Copacabana Domingos Ferreira

Copacabana, 8.7 km from Gamboa

Jose

￥16,405 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 14 - Mar 15

Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design

Copacabana, 8.1 km from Gamboa

Rayner

ibis Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca

Barra da Tijuca, 17.3 km from Gamboa

Florencia

￥10,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Linx Galeão by Wish

9.7 km from Gamboa

Terril Sheldon

￥22,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 28 - Mar 29

Bourbon Residence Barra da Tijuca | Rio de Janeiro

Barra da Tijuca, 23.9 km from Gamboa

Carlos

￥11,786 total

includes taxes & fees

Mar 24 - Mar 25

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Where to stay in Gamboa

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

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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Leblon

Wealthy and cosmopolitan, this South Zone gem boasts sights like Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas, Morro Dois Irmãos, and Jardim de Alah channel. Enjoy lively nightlife with bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.

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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

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

10/10 Excellent

"Very beautiful and clean hotel. Loved my stay here "

Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro

2/10 Terrible

"I was Cheated .. i paid for the Ocean view room , but was denied and made excuses .. and was asked to cancel my booking when I objected , the reception manager threatened me to call police if I objected more This is the Wost experience of my 20 years of travelling I need my money back or a compensation.. it’s very rude and disrespectful "

Américas Granada Hotel

4/10 Poor

"The hotel did not meet our expectations, it does not match the price or the reviews. We got a room without a real window (the window faced the hallway) so there is no oxygen inside. There was an unpleasant smell in the room, which could not be ventilated. The wall near the air conditioning was wet and with black mold. The air conditioning also smelled. It was very unpleasant. The bed was worn, the mattress had a depression in the middle.The breakfast was only basic, the ingredients did not seem to be of good quality. So far the worst hotel I have been to, I would not return."

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Our top choices for Gamboa hotels

Gamboa Rio Hotel

Saionara Hotel

B&B Hotels Rio de Janeiro Norte

Fluminense Hotel

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Hotel OK

Hotel Art Lapa

ATH Hotel - Américas Townhouse

Quality Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca

Hotel Monte Alegre

Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Arosa Rio Hotel

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rede Andrade Lapa

ibis Rio de Janeiro Nova America

CLH SUITES Copacabana Domingos Ferreira

Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design

ibis Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca

Linx Galeão by Wish

Bourbon Residence Barra da Tijuca | Rio de Janeiro

Where to stay in Gamboa

Copacabana

Ipanema

Barra da Tijuca

Leblon

Rio de Janeiro Centro

Top Gamboa Hotel Reviews

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

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