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A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a mountain and cityscape.

A house with a tiled roof, surrounded by lush green foliage.

A wooden door with a stone wall and lush greenery in the background.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape and a body of water.

1. Chez Georges

Santa Teresa, 1.5 km from Samba Museum

Paola

SAR 1,428

SAR 1,500 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A historic building with a large tree in the front yard, a staircase leading to a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.

A narrow stone-paved corridor with a staircase leading to a door.

A long, narrow hallway with large windows on one side and doors on the other, leading to a room.

2. Hostel Casa Aprazível

Santa Teresa, 1.4 km from Samba Museum

dennis

SAR 284

SAR 299 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A staircase leading up to a building with white columns and a blue gate at the bottom.

A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a stone wall, and a large window.

A balcony with a view of a cityscape, a swimming pool, and a tiled floor.

3. Hostel Sunrise

Santa Teresa, 1.9 km from Samba Museum

Melanie

SAR 174

SAR 183 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A couple dining at a table with a view of mountains and a hammock in the background.

A person sitting on a bed with a tray of breakfast items including bread, eggs, and hot dogs.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, coffee maker, and a shelf with cups. A bench and a chair are visible, and the room has a 'COZY HOUSE' sign on the wall.

A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by a green lawn and trees.

4. Cozy House

Santa Teresa, 2.1 km from Samba Museum

Noah

SAR 240

SAR 374 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

An art gallery with a staircase, paintings, and sculptures.

A modern interior with a glass staircase, a brick wall, and artwork on the walls.

A wall with a colorful mural featuring floral and abstract designs.

A breakfast buffet with various foods and drinks on a glass table.

5. Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte

Santa Teresa, 1.3 km from Samba Museum

Stanislaw

SAR 280

SAR 294 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A modern two-story building with a swimming pool in the foreground.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a bedside lamp, a TV, and a balcony with a city view.

A spacious living room with a white sofa, wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

A white building with ornate iron gates and a street lamp.

6. Vila Santa Teresa

Santa Teresa, 2 km from Samba Museum

Igor

SAR 1,941

SAR 2,232 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical foliage.

A hallway with a wooden floor, white walls, and a ceiling with a hanging light fixture. There are doors with shutters on either side, and a table with a vase on the right.

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a small table with flowers, and a hanging light fixture.

A balcony with wooden flooring and two black chairs, a white building with decorative trim, and a tree in the background.

7. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

Santa Teresa, 1.3 km from Samba Museum

Frank

SAR 364

SAR 382 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A building facade with a storefront labeled "ART LAPA" at number 200.

A multi-level interior with hanging spherical lights, potted plants, and patterned wall designs.

A modern reception area with a curved white sofa, wooden paneling, and a marble reception desk.

A modern interior with a self-service beverage fridge stocked with bottled water, beer, and wine. There are black chairs and a table in the foreground, and a patterned wall in the background.

8. Hotel Art Lapa

Lapa, 1.5 km from Samba Museum

Andrew

SAR 121

SAR 127 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'ELOHIM RESIDENTIAL,' potted plants, a doormat, and a tiled floor.

A modern living room with a round dining table, chairs, a TV, and a sofa.

A hotel room with a bed, a framed picture of a tram on the wall, and a window with curtains.

A compact living space with a sofa, a TV, a dining table with chairs, a kitchen area, and a small balcony.

9. Elohim Residencial

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 0.7 km from Samba Museum

Peter

SAR 148

SAR 156 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a view of a mountain and water, and a balcony with chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a sink, and a view of the city.

10. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.6 km from Samba Museum

William

SAR 259

SAR 272 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A building with a sign reading "Sangha Urena".

A brown leather sofa with floral cushions, a hanging plant with red and yellow leaves, and a mirror reflecting the room.

A spacious room with a high ceiling and wooden paneling, large windows, and a dark wooden floor.

A modern living room with a wooden floor, a dining area in the background, and a brick wall.

11. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.4 km from Samba Museum

Gabriel

SAR 149

SAR 156 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with a tiled facade.

A buffet with various fruits, vegetables, and desserts.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, multiple clocks, and a patterned floor.

A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

12. Scorial Rio Hotel

Catete, 2.6 km from Samba Museum

Marilsa

SAR 292

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A buffet with various food items and a milk dispenser.

A hotel room with three beds, a wooden headboard, a door, and a window.

An indoor swimming pool with tiled flooring, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

A hallway with patterned tiles, a staircase, and a framed painting on the wall.

13. Hotel Monte Alegre

Santa Teresa, 0.9 km from Samba Museum

Onsby

SAR 112

SAR 117 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

A buffet with various food items and utensils.

A hotel hallway with a reception desk, a staircase, and various informational signs.

A hotel room with a bed, a small desk, a heater, a coat rack, and a door leading to another room.

A staircase with marble steps, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

14. Downtown Santana Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 0.5 km from Samba Museum

Brayan Axel

SAR 93

SAR 98 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

A rooftop terrace with wooden flooring, lounge chairs, and a pergola with patterned fabric.

A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a staircase, and a balcony.

A restaurant with a view of lush greenery through large windows, wooden furniture, and red pendant lights.

15. Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro - MGallery Collection

Santa Teresa, 1.4 km from Samba Museum

Pia

SAR 1,825

SAR 2,099 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A modern lobby with a reception desk, a large potted plant, and an elevator.

A buffet setup with various food items and drinks, a large framed picture of a mountainous landscape, and a modern kitchen area.

A building entrance with a glass door, a clock, and a staircase leading up.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, large windows, and potted plants.

16. Saionara Hotel

1.8 km from Samba Museum

Lars

SAR 186

SAR 195 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Oct - 3 Oct

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

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, white ottoman, and a TV mounted on a wooden slat wall.

A modern interior with a black leather sofa, a bar area with stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on a wooden panel.

A modern hotel lobby with a long, polished floor, wooden paneling, a reception desk, and a seating area with a sofa and a bar.

17. Casa Nova Hotel

Santa Teresa, 1.3 km from Samba Museum

Kachi

SAR 207

SAR 217 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

A modern lobby with a geometric patterned floor, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and two framed pictures on the wall.

A spacious lounge area with a long counter, white sofas, and a view of the city and mountains through large windows.

18. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 2.1 km from Samba Museum

Ariel

SAR 272

SAR 313 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A poolside bar with outdoor seating and a view of the pool area.

A reception area with a glass counter, a decorative bowl with fruits, and a person writing on a notepad.

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, a pool, and umbrellas.

19. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro Centro, 1.2 km from Samba Museum

Deron J

SAR 381

SAR 400 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Oct - 24 Oct

A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

A cozy room with a brick wall, wooden ceiling beams, and a sofa. There are arched windows with curtains and hanging light bulbs.

A multi-story building with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a staircase.

A wooden structure with a grid pattern, possibly part of a building's interior design.

20. Villa 25 - Hostel

Laranjeiras, 2.6 km from Samba Museum

Henrique

SAR 215

SAR 225 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Samba Museum

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Chez Georges	10.0 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Hostel Casa Aprazível	9.8 Exceptional 8 reviews	View
Hostel Sunrise	9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews	View
Cozy House	9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte	9.6 Exceptional 77 reviews	View

Top Samba Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Atlântico Prime

10/10 Excellent

"Nice hotel and helpful staff! Also walkable in Lapa!"

Downtown Santana Hotel

8/10 Good

"This room was very small, but clean, and the staff was helpful. You do have to carry your luggage up a set of stairs."

Hotel Art Lapa

8/10 Good

"Good location for some of Rio’s key tourist attractions. Also close to bars and noisy nightlife. Area has many vagrants and people sleeping rough and constant smell of urine."

Casa Nova Hotel

8/10 Good

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Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

10/10 Excellent

"Good rooms, everything was pretty clean. Close enough to everything I had to visit."

Hotel Monte Alegre

10/10 Excellent

"El staff de recepción son muy atentos cuando pueden ayudar. Desayuno muy bien. Ubicación cerca del centro para curtir el Río cultural. , histórico y arquitectura de varios periodos."

Arosa Rio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hospitality thank you"

Hotel Atlântico Avenida

8/10 Good

"Everything it’s was good!!"

Elohim Residencial

10/10 Excellent

"Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area"

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Largo das Neves

10.0/10 (1 review)

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Praca da Cruz Vermelha

6.0/10 (4 reviews)

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GRES São Clemente

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Campo de Santana

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RioZoo

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Samba Museum?

Samba Museum is located in a scenic area of Rio de Janeiro known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 223 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Samba Museum?

Adjacent to Samba Museum, Downtown Santana Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Hotel Atlântico Prime and Hotel Monte Alegre.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Samba Museum?

Expedia has 223 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Samba Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Samba Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available near Samba Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Samba Museum?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Samba Museum, click here.

What can I see and do near Samba Museum?

Museum of Modern Art, Museum of Tomorrow, and Niterói Contemporary Art Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Arcos da Lapa, Municipal Theater, and Catete Palace. You can watch performances at Circo Voador, Fundição Progresso, and Platforma Theatre if you're interested in local theater.

How can I get to Samba Museum?

You can access metro transit at Praca Onze Station, New Town Station, and Estacio Station. If you'd like to explore around the area nearby, consider renting a car to take in more sights.

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Our top choices for Samba Museum hotels

1. Chez Georges

2. Hostel Casa Aprazível

3. Hostel Sunrise

4. Cozy House

5. Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte

6. Vila Santa Teresa

7. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

8. Hotel Art Lapa

9. Elohim Residencial

10. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

11. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

12. Scorial Rio Hotel

13. Hotel Monte Alegre

14. Downtown Santana Hotel

15. Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro - MGallery Collection

16. Saionara Hotel

17. Casa Nova Hotel

18. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

19. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

20. Villa 25 - Hostel

Compare popular hotels close to Samba Museum

Top Samba Museum Hotel Reviews

Hotel Atlântico Prime

Downtown Santana Hotel

Hotel Art Lapa

Casa Nova Hotel

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Monte Alegre

Arosa Rio Hotel

Hotel Atlântico Avenida

Elohim Residencial

Other attractions near Samba Museum

Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

Praça da Apoteose

Largo das Neves

Centro Cultural e Carnavalesco Dragões da Riachuelo

Praca da Cruz Vermelha

GRES São Clemente

Campo de Santana

RioZoo

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