Hotel Marina Palace

First night the ac leaked and the carpet smelled. Requested a change to a newer room. Ask for a renovated room when checking in . Small rooftop pool (not really a pool, just a large hot tub), but nice views Staff was great. Most spoke english. Every request was made and they were very prompt

The location of this hotel could not be better. There is an amazing beach right across the street and the hotel provides excellent beach service. The breakfast was good by brazilian standards. The only drawback was the cost which was at least twice as much as the room was worth. This is the case for all Rio hotels, though.

Internet did not work which caused me huge inconvenience.

Ipanema and Leblon beaches are without a doubt the best places to stay in Rio. Of the hotels comparable to Marina Palace, this is the best price. Rooms could use some upkeep.

All the stuff were extremely helpful and polite. Good location. Most rooms with nice beach view. Even side-view rooms are quite enjoyable. Very good breakfast.

Hotel was a great find. The area is very safe and comfortable. Walking distance to beach (accross the street), bars, great restaurants, and shopping. Rooftop bar is amazing for laying out. Drinks are a bit pricey, but not out of control. Service is kinda slow; you're on vacation so not a big deal. Rooms are good sized, we were in a renovated one and it was nice. Shower was amazing (size & pressure). View from room was very good. Tip: Go to the grocery store a few blocks away to get cheap water, wine, beer, and vodka. It's just like a safeway.

Although the location was excellent, the breakfast was very good, and the roof top pool was perfect, the reason I would not go back is that the carpet in the room was torn, there was no comforter on the bed, and the bathrooms are in serious need of repair and renovation. Not sure why the hotel is great, but the actual rooms have been neglected.

We booked the hotel very last minute which made us a little nervous. But when we arrived we were extremely happy about the awesome location. The price was unbeatable and the staff was very helpful. Our view was amazing! I travelled with friends which made our room perfect- we had three single beds (this was very difficult to come across). Overall, an exceptional vacation. And Rio is really a perfect destination.

Warm Welcome. Arriving early in the morning from airport I could leave my luggage at the lobby of the hotel before the check in (which took place afternoon as usual)and had access to the swiming pool and the showers.

The location was great right on the beach, but with the great location also comes the traffic noise along with it. Overall the hotel was good, but the rooms could use an update.