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CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa

Homestay

Escada Flora Mai, 177 - Joá

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$8,583.73

USD$7,296

Includes taxes and charges

15 nights, 2 adults

USD$8,583.73

USD$7,296

Includes taxes and charges

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Why people book this hotel

Friendly staff
12 mentions

What a magical place, and what a superb service :)

views and hospitality from the host

Great location
3 mentions

The house, the location, the view, the privacy, the team working there - the hos…

It is just the perfect hideaway in Rio, in walking distance to a very nice beach…

Breakfast available
3 mentions

Private Breakfast on our own glorious balcony, overlooking looking one of Rio's …

The view is incredible and the breakfast is unbelievable

Comfortable rooms
2 mentions

The food was exceptional, and our room was simply amazing

Paulo and Gerson made us feel comfortable and were of great care

Clean rooms
1 mentions

clean

Good value
1 mentions

Waking up to that view and wave sounds is priceless

Overview

Featuring pool views, CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a bar, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 300 metres from Joatinga Beach. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. The restaurant serves African and American dishes, as well as Argentinian and Brazilian cuisine. Providing a terrace, some units are air conditioned and include a dining area and a seating area with a cable flat-screen TV. Some units feature a balcony and/or a patio with sea views and an outdoor dining area. At the homestay, some units are allergy-free. There is a coffee shop, and packed lunches are also available. Guests can make the most of the garden, pool with a view and yoga classes on offer at the homestay. Bike hire and car hire are available at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa and the area is popular for cycling and pub crawls. A baby safety gate is also available for guests at the accommodation. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 13 km from CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa, while Rodrigo de Freitas Lake is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Santos Dumont, 23 km from the homestay, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Traveller reviews

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Lucy

couple

January 6, 2026

10

Perfection

Does nothing not to like. The sober beautiful style of this pristine architecture, the materials , the connection to the sea, the setting, the sounds, the people

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Cristian

couple

November 26, 2025

10

The best place to stay in Rio if you’re looking for a private getaway from the city, with breathtaking views

We loved the setting and the style, and it was clear that every single detail had been thoughtfully considered. The architecture, just like the views, is incredible. The whole team Gabriel, Andre, and Marcello were wonderful. The food was exceptional, and our room was simply amazing.

S

Sophie

solo_traveller

November 2, 2025

10

What a magical place, and what a superb service :)

S

Shelley

couple

May 16, 2025

9

Unique

Private Breakfast on our own glorious balcony, overlooking looking one of Rio's best views was a travel highlight for us. Can't recommend enough.

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Cara

solo_traveller

February 2, 2025

6

I booked a massage but they do not have a masseuse on the property and the one they have booked did not turn up and I had to wait 90 minutes. Took a long time for a drink to be ordered. However staff were very friendly.

M

Maurice

family_with_children

January 24, 2025

8

I highly suggest you rent a vehicle with four-wheel drive to get to this place...

Nice property...clean...views and hospitality from the host

K

Kujtim

couple

January 16, 2025

3

Bad..

nothing.

B

Batsile

couple

January 4, 2025

9

Superb, wonderful taste of Brazil!

A wonderful facility that exceeds expectations. A true home away from home experience with Andre the chef and Bruno his assistant the real stars of the show. All day chef services on call. A true taste of Brazilian hospitality.

C

Carlos Fierro

couple

October 22, 2024

7

A beautiful place with great people

Gerson and the team are great, always trying to make the best arranging things to make your stay better. The view is incredible and the breakfast is unbelievable!!!

V

Vedrana

couple

September 17, 2024

10

We love this place and we are keep coming back. Atmosphere is amazing, you feel like in another world. Food is very good. Staff is very nice.

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Othmane

couple

July 27, 2024

10

Definitely a little heaven in Rio

We loved our stay at Cliffside boutique hotel. Waking up to that view and wave sounds is priceless. Paulo and Gerson made us feel comfortable and were of great care. Thank you for the warm welcome and arrangement. It is definitely one of the highlights in my experience in Rio. You guys have a magic place. I would definitely recommend it and will come back. Obrigado. Cheers!

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Tizita

extended_group

June 29, 2024

10

Felt like home with private chef and team who cared for our wellbeing. Highly recommend this place.

Everything was perfect! The house, the location, the view, the privacy, the team working there - the host and the chef are stars. Absolutely stunning place, we highly recommend!

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Dr. Tobias

couple

June 22, 2024

10

Great and calm place with awesome view

I normally do not give reviews. But the Cliffside Hotel was a very special and extraordinary place to stay, calm with a great view and you will only hear the waves (and some helicopters passing by ;-) ). Old architect building with a special Charme. Thank you for this stay and the warm welcome from the team around Paulo, the lodging manager, Gerson and Chef Andre (great individual food!). Great team, always helpful and in a good mood. We will definitely come back. If you want to escape the intense atmosphere of Rio for a couple days, this is the place to go. Very individual place to be. Thank you Paulo, Gerson, Andre and the whole team!

J

Jorina

couple

May 7, 2024

10

Perfect accomodation and wonderfull staff!

P

Patrick

couple

April 12, 2024

10

Everything was perfect

Very peacefull and confortable hotel. The food was excepcional and The service was top notch. They even put The dinner Tablet at our balcony

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Luciana

family_with_children

March 30, 2024

10

Absolutely amazing!

D

Dr. Christian

extended_group

March 21, 2024

10

Incredible stay

Very friendly hotel staff. Starting with our hosts Korá and Paulo who immediately made us feel welcome and home. Then André, the chef, who prepared awesome dinners at any time (it was even possible to ask to have something from the kitchen long after 22:00. Bruno made excellent cocktails. And Caio was taking care of preparing incredible breakfasts with a view. This place is one of a kind. After all my travels I cannot remember to have been to a place such like this. The catagory "Boutique Hotel" is an understatement. It is just the perfect hideaway in Rio, in walking distance to a very nice beach as well. When I am in Rio de Janeiro again I will always consider going there again.

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Lucinda

solo_traveller

February 24, 2024

10

Can’t wait to come back

Unbelievable property in a stunning location Beautifully designed With the most amazing view Felt so peaceful here but it’s still so close to rio The best part about this stay was definitely the staff who were so lovely and accommodating - nothing was too much and the food was excellent

J

jonathan

couple

February 16, 2024

10

Lovely staff. Relaxing, stylish, great food, culturally interesting - both design and music.

This is a beautiful Hotel which exudes style. Marcello the owner is lovely and very kind and good company. This is a hotel that has a deep Brazilian cultural heritage for Achitecture and design/ music. You feel like you're in a James Bond film here. The chefs are superb as are the rest of the staff. This really cemented our love for Rio and Brazil. Where you stay- absolutely matters. This is one place you should make time to stay at. When I visit Brazil again i'll be staying here.

P

Paula

couple

July 25, 2023

10

We arrived at the house and as soon as we entered we were shocked by the beauty of the Place. The architecture and the furnitures are a piece of art, every single detail shows taste and intelligence. Beautiness doesn't end inside the house but flourish outside as well, in a beautiful garden full of stairs and plants, facing the most incredible view of the Ocean. This house breath history, I call It 'house' and not 'hotel' because back in the days It was actually a house and the atmosphere of íntimacy and coziness are the one of a house lived by people, not only professionals. And that Is the most beautiful side of this Place: the people. The staff was super professional in every aspect but also incredibly warm and Easy to talk to. They helped us in all sorts of things, showing real care and flexibility. Last but not least this Place have a special secret for the One Who enjoy Brazilian music, but i don't want to spoil it because the host must enjoy telling this incredible surprise

Facilities

Activities

Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Spa and wellness centre, Massage, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Hiking, Cycling, Bowling, Diving, Horse riding, Snorkelling, Beachfront, Spa lounge/relaxation area, Foot bath, Spa/wellness packages, Back massage, Neck massage, Foot massage, Couples massage, Head massage, Hand massage, Full body massage, Yoga classes, Pub crawls, Walking tours, Bike tours, Tour or class about local culture, Cooking class, Live music/performance, Live sport events (broadcast), Aerobics, Beach

Cleanliness & disinfecting

Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay

Entertainment and family services

Board games/puzzles, Baby safety gates

Food & Drink

Kid meals, Wine/champagne, Fruits, Coffee house on site, Special diet menus (on request), Breakfast in the room, Bar, Restaurant, Breakfast options

Food & drink safety

All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas, Food can be delivered to guest accommodation

General

Bicycle parking, Pets allowed, Family rooms, Non-smoking rooms, Safety deposit box, Heating, Air conditioning

Internet

WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services

Kitchen

Shared kitchen

Outdoors

Outdoor pool, Sun terrace, Outdoor pool (all year), BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area

Parking

Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking, Street parking, Accessible parking

Physical distancing

Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed

Pool and wellness

Swimming pool, Swimming Pool, Pool with view, Pool/beach towels, Shallow end, Sun loungers or beach chairs, Sun umbrellas

Reception services

Invoice provided

Safety & security

24-hour security, Key access, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers

Safety features

Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals

Self check-in

Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive

Services

Shuttle service, Pet bowls, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Airport shuttle (additional charge), Concierge service, Private check-in/check-out, Shuttle service (additional charge), Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, Dry cleaning, Room service, Meeting/banquet facilities, Packed lunches, Car hire, Express check-in/check-out, Tour desk, Luggage storage

Transport

Airport pick up, Airport drop off

Double Room with Sea View

This double room's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has air conditioning, flat-screen TV with streaming services, sea views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 18 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Queen Room with Balcony

This double room provides a pool with a view. This air-conditioned double room includes a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 22 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Presidential Suite

This suite features a pool with a view. This spacious suite comprises 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and free toiletries. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 2 beds.

Max 3 guests 134 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Queen Suite with Sea View

The pool with a view is a top feature of this suite. The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This suite features a minibar, a seating area, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 40 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
Suite with Sea View

The pool with a view is a top feature of this suite. This air-conditioned suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. This suite has a minibar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, sea views, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 2 beds.

Max 2 guests 50 1 bedroom 1 bathroom
King Studio

This studio's standout feature is the pool with a view. Offering free toiletries and bathrobes, this studio includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned studio offers a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a seating area, a dining area as well as sea views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Max 2 guests 44 1 bedroom 1 bathroom

Hotel Policies

Check-inFrom 15:00 to 23:59
Check-outFrom 00:00 until 12:00
Cancellation & prepaymentCancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check your booking details before finalizing.
Accepted credit cardsThe hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
The fine printPlease inform in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Last updated: Apr 9, 2024, 11:18 PM

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CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa - 5 Star Hotel in Rio De Janeiro