We stayed 3 nights here. First night we were late arriving and got a room at the rear. It was nice. We then changed to a front facing room which was nicer and had great views. We were super impressed with this hotel. Aside from the location and the rooms, including the very impressive green walls in the dining room. The service by the very friendly and useful staff was 10/10. Would stay stay again. The heated toilet seats were a pleasant surprise!

Very good hotel. We had the ocean view junior suite in the 8th floor with a nice view on copacabana beach from our balcony. They are serving an excellent breakfast. The staff was really nice and took care of us with some assorted sweets. Moreover the provided a nice surprise with candles and rose petals on our last evening with handwritten messages and a nice present. Location is very central so that you can reach Copacabana and Ipanema easily. Rooftop area is also very nice.

Positiv: very attententive staff, great bellman, exceptional breakfast and comfortable bed/shower. Great view Negative: worn down/poor maintenance, extremely noisy in-room aircon,tiny infinity pool (impossible to swim ocean facing), mixed service at pool bar (most times you feel not welcome), “count your oysters” - half a dozen might mean 5. In-room Illy coffee machine but with a charge of 9 BRL per capsules (“5*” Hotel at app 400 USD a night when we stayed). Totally overpriced

Fantastic hotel! The staff is really what makes it. We stayed for 2 nights and wish we stayed more. The beds are comfortable, shower is fantastic and the toilet is cool! breakfast is incredible and we opted to use the Spa as well which was okay. The Spa: My wifes masseuse was clearly new and wasn't quite sure what was going on which led to a very interrupted and not relaxing massage. She also kept running back and forth to get the oils instead of just keeping them next to her. A bit disappointing considering the cost. Carlos on the breakfast staff was great, we had him for both our days and he helped us out so much when we weren't feeling good during breakfast (too many caipiriñas the night before). We asked if we could take some bread and cheese back to our room and instead he delivered a full spread! It's service like him that make this hotel a 5 star. The rooftop bar closes at 8pm which means you can't enjoy evening cocktails.

It was a wonderful experience of relaxation, smiles and high caliber service. The staff helped every step of the way, be it with dinner reservations, planning activities, taking fantastic photos or special requests to the room (special thanks to Yan, Aurora & Fonseca, Tony). Josie at the spa is amazing masseuse. The hotel itself has a magical atmosphere, adorned by lush green plant walls from first floor to the eleventh floor. Visual delights galore: ultra tall ceilings, glass steam room with a view of the beach, forever pool on the roof, black walls in the locker room at the spa, golden accents next to marble walls in the bathrooms, and so on. The decor is modern but with character, inviting you to slow down and enjoy each moment.

Everything about the hotel was exceptional. The rooftop pool area was gorgeous and had ample room (something I was concerned about), the gym was more than adequate with fantastic views, and the staff was extremely friendly and helpful. In the rooms, the beds were amazing, the sheets and pillows fantastic, and I'm pretty sure my wife is going to make me install the exact shower/bath set-up in our house now. The hotel went above and beyond with cleanliness, making sure to stop by the room at least twice a day, including constantly restocking our our waters, and even dropping off a nice little cake for my birthday (without any request from us). The downstairs restaurant greatly exceeded my expectations and every single meal we ate there was exceptional. 10/10 would recommend to others.

Absolutely fantastic! The staff is super attentive, rooms are great size, clean and just great. We stayed in a few other places in Rio but this beats everything. Yet to see the Belmond hotel which also looked great. You get what you pay for. The service definitely makes the different for the place. You can find nice hotels all around the world with similar rooms but the service is outstanding from the bellboys to the waiters through the guys who are outside the hotel and will go way beyond I expect from them to help you.

Fantastic place to stay. Everything I look for in a hotel: great shower, comfortable bed, good pillows, everyone in the staff always willing to help, and a spetacular breakfast. 10 out of 10. Definitely recommend it.

Soooo much is wrong with this hotel. Most important of all: it’s mouldy in the rooms, in the gym and probably at the restaurant as it smells damp and bad there as well as everywhere else in the hotel. Apart from that: It’s not by any means a luxury experience. We spent two nights in an ocean view junior suite. The Emiliano markets (and prices) itself as a luxury hotel. We have stayed in luxury hotels all over the world and this couldn’t be any further from what we think is an upmarket standard. They give you a list on how to behave. Like in a hotel close to a red light district you‘re forbidden from bringing outside people into your room (see photo). Like in a lowcost party hotel, you‘re not allowed to play music on your own devices. There’s more rules and most are ridiculous. They make you sign them at reception. Like in a budget hotel, everything is extra, even a coffee capsule on the room (6 R). They have the longest price list on the room ever and assume that you‘ll steal every washcloth or pillowcase. There are items on room that are wrapped up and can’t be seen / touched / used. They’re only for sale (like an emiliano book or a branded scented candle). They have „hidden fees“: an uncorking fee for wine bottles bought at the rooftop bar of 150 R - the fineprint on the last page of the menu. The emiliano doesn’t trust you: you will steal something, therefore everything is nailed down, even the shampoo, the staff shows up at your door to check the mini-bar at random times. Everything is mouldy and damp and rotting away - there was a lot of water on the windows and mirrors when we checked in, the floor we were on stank of mould and so did our room. The air con is way too loud, even on the lowest setting, so you can’t have it on during the night. Cocktails are priced at a point that suggest some sort of skill, but don’t expect it. Least effort I have encountered in years. Any cocktail we had was just a few poor tasting, watered down (probably artificial) juices poured together. For comparison: go to the Belmond pool bar. They charge the same, but they are masters at their trade. Poor maintenance: everywhere is rust, mould, decay, wear and tear: the wooden floors show heavy usage, the wooden wall panels show dark spots where water has damaged them or where there’s probably mould behind them, the faux marble tiles in the shower are throwing bubbles, the towel rail is hanging off the wall, the fabric wall covers in the hallways and our bedroom is torn and dirty everywhere. The rooms can’t be considered clean: dirty spots everywhere, which even when specifically asked to clean aren’t taken care of (our mirror was dirty for the whole stay). I asked twice for flip flops in my size, wouldn’t get them. Only found out later that they charge for them and therefore probably reuse them. Would you want to wear shoes a number of other guests have used before you? The sunbeds at the Copacabana are the dirtiest sunbeds and umbrellas you can think of. Towels are yellow from sunscreen of previous users and the state of the umbrellas is a sentiment for the hotel itself. Please look at the pictures. Personell is not sufficiently trained, especially at reception, but the staff at the restaurant and at the rooftop bar is extremely nice. The breakfast is really good. All in all the most disappointing hotel ever.

We went to the restaurant on Friday to experience the Daily Menu for lunch. It was a fun and explorative experience. The atmosphere was beautiful, and the staff was friendly, and the desserts were fantastic. We would return just to eat all the desserts again.

The Emiliano Hotel in Rio de Janeiro is a five-star oasis that provides an exceptional experience for its guests. The hotel's luxurious design, spacious rooms, and stunning views of the city and ocean create a unique and inviting atmosphere. The dining experience is exquisite, with culinary creations that showcase the finest ingredients and flavors. The rooftop pool and bar area offer a tranquil escape with breathtaking panoramic views. What truly sets the Emiliano apart is its exceptional staff, who go above and beyond to ensure a memorable stay. Overall, the Emiliano Hotel is highly recommended for anyone seeking a luxurious and unforgettable experience in the heart of Rio.