Santa Cruz
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Copacabana Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Ipanema Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Ipanema Beach, a popular beach in Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the seaside or seek out the local tours.
Christ the Redeemer
Find out about the history of Rio de Janeiro when you take a trip to Christ the Redeemer. Stroll along the seaside or discover the area's mountain views.
Maracanã Stadium
Catch an event at Maracanã Stadium during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Sugar Loaf Mountain during your travels in Rio de Janeiro. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Lagune Barra Hotel
Amazing hotel, modern and clean. Staff were all friendly and fun. Loved the breakfast selection as well.
Reviewed on 22 January 2026
Regency Barra Hotel
Cleqn room. Exceptional customer service
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Great
Reviewed on 23 January 2026
Hilton Barra Rio De Janeiro
Clean room, very attendant and accommodating staff. Would stay again thank you!
Reviewed on 27 January 2026
Windsor Marapendi
Windsor Marapendi is my hotel of choice every time I go to Rio for business or leisure. The staff is excellent. The facilities are great and the location is very convenient. Just a few steps from the beach. The beach is clean and safe and the overall experience is always very pleasant when I’m ...
Reviewed on 15 January 2026
Américas Barra Hotel
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Reviewed on 3 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around Santa Cruz
Barra de Guaratiba
You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Barra de Guaratiba. You might want to make time for a stop at Barra de Guaratiba Beach or Sitio Roberto Burle Marx.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
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.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
The mountain views and churches are just a few things visitors like about Tijuca. Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around the larger area.
Santa Cruz
- Cidade das Criancas
- Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
- RioCentro Convention Center
- Praia da Barra da Tijuca
- Olympic Park
- Barra Shopping Mall
- Recreio Shopping Center
- Farmasi Arena
- Reserve Beach
- TopShopping Nova Iguaçu
- Muriqui Beach
- Shopping Metropolitano Barra
- Grumari Beach
- Posto 12
- Abricó Beach
- Tijuca Lake
- Shopping Centre Itaguai
- Sepetiba Beach
- Ilha do Martins
- Coroa Grande Beach
- Vale do Paraíba
- Praia da Ilha da Madeira
- Qualistage
- Tijuca National Park
- Sahy Beach
- Cantinho da Bia Praia Grande
- Macumba Beach
- Restinga da Marambaia
- Vogue Square
- Saco Beach
- Sitio Jonosake
- Ibicui Beach
