Federal University of Rio de Janeiro – Brazil
Full address: Campus Praia Vermelha, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro (UFRJ) – Av. Venceslau Brás, 70 – Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro – RJ, 22290-140 – Brazil.
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Hotel options
Rio Othon Palace (Copacabana)
- Facing Copacabana beach, rooftop pool with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain.
- Good rating (~7.9/10), about US155pernight(≈R800-850) (Booking.com)
Hotel Astoria Palace (Copacabana)
- Rooftop with a pool and sea view, breakfast included.
- Medium-high rating (~8.1/10), estimated price US140(≈R720-780)
Hilton Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
- 5-star hotel, spa, and rooftop pool with a sea view.
- Rating ~8.4/10, rate from US181(≈R900-1,000) (Booking.com)
Orla Copacabana Hotel
- Facing Copacabana, free breakfast and Wi-Fi.
- Rating ~8.5/10, rate around US137(≈R700-750) (Booking.com)
Windsor Leme Hotel (Bairro do Leme)
- Excellent location on Av. Atlântica, rating ~8.9/10.
- Estimate of US120pernight(≈R600-650) (Booking.com)
Américas Copacabana Hotel
- Rooftop pool, rating ~8.1/10.
- Available for around US81pernight(≈R430-480) (Booking.com)
Socialtel Copacabana
- Beachfront hostel/hotel with views and a rating of ~7.9/10.
- Rate around US62(≈R350-400)
Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme
- Rooftop bar, pool, pet-friendly.
- Rating ~8.3/10, about US112pernight(≈R600) (Booking.com)
Ibis budget RJ Praia de Botafogo (Botafogo)
- Budget-friendly, rating ~7.7/10.
- Estimated US54pernight(≈R300-350) (Booking.com)
Next Steps
- Visit websites like Booking.com, Expedia, or the hotels’ official websites to enter dates December 3-5, 2025, selecting 1 or 2 rooms as needed.
- Check the cancellation policies and whether the rate includes breakfast and taxes.
AIRBNB
Complete apartment with view of Praia Vermelha (Urca)
- Entire space, quiet and stylish environment, about a 5-minute walk from campus.
- Estimated price: R$750 per night. Airbnb
1-bedroom in Urca/Praia Vermelha — Sugarloaf Mountain apt
- 1-bedroom apartment + kitchen/bathroom on a busy but well-located avenue.
- Estimated price: US57pernight( R300-320): Airbnb
Private room near UFRJ/Praia Vermelha
- Room in a university dorm-style environment, very close to UFRJ
- Estimated price: US32pernight( R160-180): Airbnb
Hostel options
Matianellu Hostel (Zona Sul/Botafogo)
- Located about 2.4 km from Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas and approximately 3 km from Praia Vermelha.
- Exceptional rating (~9.8/10) with few reviews.
- Estimated price: ~£34/night (~R$220–250) Booking.com
- Environment recommended by guests as “exceptional” with a good structure for a budget stay.
Le House Hostel (near Praia Vermelha / Urca)
- A few minutes by car or taxi from Praia Vermelha.
- Offers buffet breakfast, shared kitchen, Wi-Fi, and a common room.
- Eco-friendly bamboo style, informal and practical environment for students or visitors to UFRJ le-house-hostel.hotels-brazil.net
- Estimated price: R$100–150 per night (varies by breakfast and dorm/private room).
Aquarela do Leme Hostel (in Leme, neighbor to Urca)
- Very well-rated (~9–9.4/10), charming accommodation about 1 km from Praia Vermelha/UFRJ.
- Has shared and private rooms, ideal for young travelers or groups expedia.co.uk+15hostelz.com+15kayak.com.br+15
- Estimated price range: R$120–200/night.
Summary Comparison
| Hostel | Estimated distance from UFRJ | Type | Approx. price per night. | Rating |
| Matianellu Hostel | ~2,5 km | Dorm / private | ~R$220-250 | ~9,8/10 |
| Le House Hostel | a few minutes by car | Dorm / private | ~R$100-150 | good rating |
| Aquarela do Leme | ~1 km (Leme/Urca) | Dorm / private | ~R$120-200 | ~9,3–9,4/10 |
WHERE TO EAT
| Establishment | Location | Type | Price Range |
| Terra Brasilis | Urca/Praia Vermelha – Praça Gen. Tibúrcio, S/N – Urca | Regional restaurant | R$80-120 |
| Bar Urca | Mureta da Urca – restaurante, 205 Loja – R. Cândido Gaffrée – Urca | Informal snacks | R$40-60 |
| Casurca | Urca/Praia Vermelha – Av. Portugal, 96 – Urca | Charming bar-restaurant | R$70-100 |
| Sujinho (UFRJ) | Inside UFRJ – Av. Pasteur, 250 | University student meal | R$12-21 |
| Shopping Rio Sul (food court) | next to the campus – Rua Lauro Müller, 116 – Botafogo | Fast food/chain restaurants | variado |
| Refeitório Orgânico (vegan) | near the campus – Rua Dezenove de Fevereiro, 120 Botafogo | Vegetarian buffet | R$8-25 |
Recommendations
- For a more economical and convenient meal, Sujinho, inside UFRJ, is an excellent and very affordable option.
- If you’re looking for traditional dishes with a view and a pleasant atmosphere, Terra Brasilis is a great choice.
- For snacks in the late afternoon with a beautiful view, Bar Urca is unbeatable. For something more charming with good drinks, Casurca combines great atmosphere and good food.
- For a quick and varied lunch, stopping by Shopping Rio Sul can be practical and efficient.
Important: All accommodation and food options mentioned above are merely suggestions; there is no affiliation or association with NMCI.
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