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Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Rio de Janeiro, Brazil · Fairmont · Core Luxury
Fairmont's first hotel in South America occupies a building with a layered past: originally a TV station built in 1971, then the Rio Palace Hotel from 1979, then Sofitel Copacabana, until architect Patricia Anastassiadis's 2019 renovation gave it its current form, inspired by Rio's 1950s glamour, with views of the Arpoador end of Copacabana Beach toward Ipanema and Sugar Loaf.
- 375 rooms
- Opened 2019
- Neighborhood: Copacabana
- Rooms from 377 sq ft (35 m²)
- Interiors: Patricia Anastassiadis
About Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
- Before any of its hotel identities, the building started life as a Brazilian television station, an unusual origin for a beachfront five-star address on Avenida Atlantica.
- Entry-level rooms start at 377 sq ft (35 m²).
History
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana opened in 2019 on the iconic Copacabana beachfront, marking the brand's first entry into South America. The hotel occupies a prime position on the legendary Avenida Atlântica overlooking Copacabana Beach and features panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and surrounding mountains. It serves as a flagship luxury address for Brazil's most famous city, catering to corporate travelers, international visitors, and guests attending major events such as Carnival and the Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix weekend.
Restaurants and bars
- Fairmont Gold Lounge — Room service
Experiences
- Rio Golden Years Tour — Curated hotel experience showing the spirit of Rio.
- Yoga Classes — Curated hotel experience.
- Coffee and Chocolate tasting — Curated hotel experience.
- Masterclass Drinks — Curated hotel experience.
- Beach tennis, outrigger canoe, stand-up paddle, biking or capoeira on Copacabana Beach — Activities on Copacabana Beach that the hotel offers guests.
Amenities
- Beachfront location on Copacabana Beach
- Indoor parking (fee applies)
- Business traveler conveniences
- Premier event spaces
- Tailor-made experiences
- Gold Solarium access (Fairmont Gold)
- Fairmont Gold: private check-in, 24-hour butler, dedicated concierge
- Buffet breakfast and happy hour for Fairmont Gold guests
- Parking available for an additional fee (indoor parking)
- Chauffeur arrangements through concierge team
- Concierge team assists with transfers and transportation needs
- Toll-free room reservation line
- Pet-friendly
Awards
- Forbes Travel Guide Recommended (2026)
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