Lapa is a neighborhood that travelers like for its cathedral, architecture, and live music. Are you looking for Lapa travel tips? Be sure to check out Circo Voador and Arcos da Lapa while you're in the neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Lapa?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Villa Rica is one of the top choices for your stay in Lapa. This hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hotel Art Lapa and Américas Granada Hotel .

How many hotels are there in the Lapa area?

Expedia has 55 hotels and other accommodations in Lapa to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Rio de Janeiro area.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Lapa.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Lapa, click here .

What can I see and do in this Rio de Janeiro neighborhood?

While you're in Lapa, you can catch a show at Circo Voador or Fundição Progresso. You could also plan a visit to Arcos da Lapa or Selarón Steps while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Lapa include Agyto, Carioca da Gema, and Museu de Arte Sacra. While you're out sightseeing, Bonde de Santa Teresa and Theatro Municipal do Rio de Janeiro are a couple of additional sights to visit in Rio de Janeiro.

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1. Américas Granada Hotel

Lapa

agin

￥8,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern living room with a wooden coffee table, a black leather sofa, and a large mirror.

2. Diamond Hotel

Lapa

Ricardo

￥9,111 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A restaurant with yellow walls, white ceiling lights, and a long counter with yellow stools.

3. Hotel Villa Rica

Lapa

EDUARDO

￥6,941 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

4. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa

Andrew

￥5,280 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A building entrance with a glass door, potted plants, and a metal handrail.

5. Hotel Vina del Mar

Lapa

Mario

￥7,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A hotel room with two beds, each with a neatly folded towel. There is a wooden wardrobe, a small table with a lamp, and a refrigerator.

6. Hotel Americano

Lapa

Andrae

￥5,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A hotel room with two single beds, each with a bedside table and lamp, a small window, and a painting on the wall.

7. Hotel Atlântico Lapa

Lapa

Lucas

￥5,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A narrow hallway with a dining table set for two, a green bench, and a mirror on the right wall.

8. Studio 401 10 min From Lapa Arches Iv401

Lapa

￥15,224 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

9. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 0.4 km from Lapa

Kenneth

￥16,823 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A rooftop pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a mountainous landscape.

10. Windsor Asturias Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 0.4 km from Lapa

Larissa

￥13,868 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A grand lobby with marble walls and a chandelier.

11. Hotel OK

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 0.5 km from Lapa

Wagner

￥7,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

12. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa, 0.3 km from Lapa

Dorota

￥8,829 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

13. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.5 km from Lapa

Marcos

￥15,026 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

14. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1 km from Lapa

Edimar T

￥10,820 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A buffet with various food items including bread, pastries, and sandwiches.

15. Novotel RJ Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.2 km from Lapa

megillo

￥12,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 13 - Nov 14

A buffet with various baked goods and pastries.

16. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.3 km from Lapa

Thiago

￥8,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

17. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 0.7 km from Lapa

Onsby

￥5,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

18. Elegance Praia Hotel

Flamengo, 1.8 km from Lapa

Matjaz

￥10,000 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

A rooftop pool area with glass railings, lounge chairs, and a city view at dusk.

19. Intercity Rio de Janeiro Porto Maravilha

3.1 km from Lapa

Mary

￥17,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 18 - Nov 19

A historic building with a central courtyard, arched doorways, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

20. Windsor Florida Hotel

Flamengo, 1.6 km from Lapa

Helen

￥15,106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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Compare popular hotels in Lapa

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hotel Art Lapa	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 567 reviews	View
Américas Granada Hotel	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,924 reviews	View
Hotel Villa Rica	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Diamond Hotel	3.5 star property	8.2 Very good 577 reviews	View
Hotel Vina del Mar	3.0 star property	7.4 Good 899 reviews	View

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