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. D-Edge RIO, Bar Dellas, and Valongo Wharf are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gamboa. When you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Centro Cultural Ação da Cidadania and Sacadura 154 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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1. Gamboa Rio Hotel

Gamboa

Iraerson Pusceddu Aguiar

￥6,814 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 10 - Aug 11

2. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.5 km from Gamboa

Nelson

￥15,905 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

3. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

1.6 km from Gamboa

Helen

￥16,461 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

4. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.7 km from Gamboa

Olivier

￥4,969 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

5. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa, 2.2 km from Gamboa

paula

￥8,942 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

6. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Onsby

￥5,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

7. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Wagner

￥7,539 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

8. Saionara Hotel

3.1 km from Gamboa

Lars

￥10,170 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, sun loungers

9. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa, 2.5 km from Gamboa

Kachi

￥9,374 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

10. Days Inn Rio de Janeiro, Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.3 km from Gamboa

Aymeric

￥7,630 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 31 - Aug 1

11. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 3.5 km from Gamboa

Jose

￥27,449 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 8 - Aug 9

12. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa, 2.4 km from Gamboa

Monica

￥5,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

13. Arosa Rio Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.2 km from Gamboa

Zayda

￥12,161 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

14. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.5 km from Gamboa

SAMUEL

￥15,975 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 7 - Aug 8

15. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

Thiago

￥9,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 28 - Aug 29

16. Rede Andrade Lapa

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.4 km from Gamboa

Ruben

￥7,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

17. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.7 km from Gamboa

HELCIO DANTAS

￥13,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

18. Rio Aeroporto Hotel Galeão

10.5 km from Gamboa

Marissa

￥18,201 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

19. Royal Regency Palace Hotel

Catete, 4.2 km from Gamboa

Sherri

￥10,085 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 1 - Aug 2

20. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.8 km from Gamboa

William

￥10,647 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

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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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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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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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