Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema

São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro

Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema 1

Axel’s take

A handy beach base, but upkeep falls short of its stylish image.

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Axel’s rating: 7.4/10 · A design-minded mid-range hotel between Ipanema and Copacabana

Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema is a design-minded mid-range hotel, marketed as four-star, whose strongest asset is its position between Ipanema and Copacabana. We'd consider it for a beach-and-sightseeing trip rather than a hotel-centered stay. Tripadvisor and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the convenient location, helpful reception staff and breakfast, while many find the rooms comfortable and generously sized. The beaches and General Osório metro are within walking distance, rather than directly outside.

The catch is inconsistent upkeep. Across recent Tripadvisor, Trip.com and Expedia-network reviews, worn towels, tired bedding and bathroom cleaning or mold recur often enough to matter, despite broadly positive overall ratings. We'd skip it if spotless bathrooms and reliably polished four-star standards are priorities; its location is more convincing than its finish.

Rooms
Air-conditioned rooms with minibars; guests appreciate the space, but furnishings and linens show uneven wear.
Cleanliness
Positive overall cleanliness scores coexist with repeated recent bathroom mold, dirty-grout and linen complaints.
Service
Reception staff frequently earn praise; resolving maintenance problems receives less consistent feedback.
Amenities
Breakfast and Wi-Fi are included on Expedia; do not expect a pool or gym.
Fees and surprises
Early check-in and late checkout can cost extra; confirm availability and conditions beforehand.

Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · klook.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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The location

Rua Bulhoes de Carvalho 337, Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro

Walkable to Ipanema, Arpoador, Copacabana and General Osório metro; not beachfront.

Amenities and check-in

Breakfast and Wi-Fi are included on Expedia; do not expect a pool or gym.

Check-in

after 2:00 PM

Check-out

before 12:00 PM

  • Babysitting and childcare (extra charge)
  • Breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Spa (extra charge)
  • Shuttle (extra charge)
Additional hotel policies
  • Optional charges: Pet fee: BRL 60 per pet, per week; Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies); Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: R$105 per guest per night
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Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema — São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema is a design-minded mid-range hotel between Ipanema and Copacabana in São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Address: Rua Bulhoes de Carvalho 337, Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro. Property ID: 1970866.

Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/sao-conrado-rio-de-janeiro/samba-bossa-nova-ipanema-1970866

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Axel's take: 7.4/10

A handy beach base, but upkeep falls short of its stylish image. A design-minded mid-range hotel between Ipanema and Copacabana, scored for what it is.

Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema is a design-minded mid-range hotel, marketed as four-star, whose strongest asset is its position between Ipanema and Copacabana. We'd consider it for a beach-and-sightseeing trip rather than a hotel-centered stay. Tripadvisor and Trip.com guests repeatedly praise the convenient location, helpful reception staff and breakfast, while many find the rooms comfortable and generously sized. The beaches and General Osório metro are within walking distance, rather than directly outside.

The catch is inconsistent upkeep. Across recent Tripadvisor, Trip.com and Expedia-network reviews, worn towels, tired bedding and bathroom cleaning or mold recur often enough to matter, despite broadly positive overall ratings. We'd skip it if spotless bathrooms and reliably polished four-star standards are priorities; its location is more convincing than its finish.

  • Best for: Beach-focused couples; Sightseers using public transport; Travelers prioritizing location over facilities

  • Watch out for: Recurring worn-towel and bedding complaints; Uneven bathroom cleaning and mold reports; Four-star marketing exceeds the consistency

  • Location: Walkable to Ipanema, Arpoador, Copacabana and General Osório metro; not beachfront.

  • Rooms: Air-conditioned rooms with minibars; guests appreciate the space, but furnishings and linens show uneven wear.

  • Cleanliness: Positive overall cleanliness scores coexist with repeated recent bathroom mold, dirty-grout and linen complaints.

  • Service: Reception staff frequently earn praise; resolving maintenance problems receives less consistent feedback.

  • Amenities: Breakfast and Wi-Fi are included on Expedia; do not expect a pool or gym.

  • Fees and surprises: Early check-in and late checkout can cost extra; confirm availability and conditions beforehand.

Axel's opinion of Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia · Trip.com · klook.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

About Samba Bossa Nova Ipanema

  • Property type: Hotel
  • 3-star hotel
  • Rua Bulhoes de Carvalho 337, Arpoador, Rio de Janeiro
  • Optional charges: Pet fee: BRL 60 per pet, per week; Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies); Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability, amount varies)
  • Hotel policies: Extra bed: R$105 per guest per night
  • Amenities: Babysitting and childcare (extra charge), Breakfast, Restaurant, Bar, Spa (extra charge), Shuttle (extra charge), Airport transportation, No parking, Laundry (extra charge), Dry-cleaning (extra charge), Accessibility features, Free Wi-Fi, Business center
  • Check-in from: 14:00
  • Check-out by: 12:00
  • City page: Hotels in São Conrado, Rio de Janeiro

Room types

Room types and selected features reported for this hotel. Check your dates for availability.

Source: ETG room descriptions.

Bed in Dorm (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Economy room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Single room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Triple room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Family room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard room (shared bathroom)

  • Bathroom: shared bathroom; Shared bathroom

Standard room

Standard Duplex room

Standard room with city view

Standard room with sea view

Standard room with view

Standard room oceanfront

Standard Single room

Standard Single room with view

Standard Triple room

Standard Triple room with sea view

Standard Triple room with water view

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Quadruple room with sea view

Standard Quadruple room with water view

Standard Quintuple room

Standard Family room

Standard Family room with garden view

Standard Family room with partial ocean view

Standard Family room with partial sea view

1 Bedroom Standard Family room

Standard Single room (single bed)

Standard Double room (full double bed)

Standard Double room with city view (full double bed)

Standard Double room with view (full double bed)

Standard Double room beachfront (full double bed)

Standard Twin room (twin beds)

Standard Twin room with partial sea view (twin beds)

Standard Triple room

Standard Quadruple room

Standard Family room (sofa)

Business room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Single room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Twin room (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior room

Superior room with city view

Superior room with sea view

Superior room with water view

Superior room with view

Superior Single room

Superior Single room with city view

Superior Triple room

Superior Quadruple room

Superior Family room

Superior Single room (single bed)

Superior Double room (full double bed)

Superior Double room with city view (full double bed)

Superior Double room with garden view (full double bed)

Superior Double room with river view (full double bed)

Superior Double room with view (full double bed)

Superior Twin room (twin beds)

Superior Twin room with city view (twin beds)

Superior Twin room with view (twin beds)

Superior Triple room

Superior Quadruple room

1 Bedroom Superior Quadruple room

Superior Sextuple room

Superior Triple Family room

Deluxe room

Deluxe room with view

1 Bedroom Deluxe room

Deluxe Single room

Deluxe Single room with view

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Family room

Deluxe Single room (single bed)

Deluxe Double room (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with city view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with ocean view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double room with view (full double bed)

Deluxe Double Family room (full double bed)

Deluxe Twin room (twin beds)

Deluxe Triple room

Deluxe Quadruple room

Deluxe Sextuple room

Executive room

Executive Single room

Executive Triple room

Executive Single room (single bed)

Executive Double room (full double bed)

Executive Double room with view (full double bed)

Executive Twin room (twin beds)

Executive Twin room with view (twin beds)

Executive Triple room

Executive Quadruple room

Premium room

Premium room with view

Premium Single room

Premium Single room with view

Premium Triple room

Premium Single room (single bed)

Premium Double room (full double bed)

Premium Double room with city view (full double bed)

Premium Double room with sea view (full double bed)

Premium Double room with view (full double bed)

Premium Twin room (twin beds)

Premium Quadruple room

Classic room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand room

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Double room (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury room

Luxury Single room

Luxury Quadruple room

Luxury Double room (full double bed)

Luxury Double room with city view (full double bed)

Luxury Twin room (twin beds)

Luxury Quadruple room

Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Junior Suite with partial sea view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Single Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Family Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Junior Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Suite with water view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Suite

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Suite (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Suite

Superior Double Suite (full double bed)

Deluxe Suite

Deluxe Double Suite (full double bed)

Grand Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Grand Suite with view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Platinum Suite

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Basement Apartment with sea view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

2 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

3 Bedrooms Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Single Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Single Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Triple Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Apartment (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Double Apartment (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Twin Apartment (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Business Apartment

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Business Double Apartment (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

1 Bedroom Business Quadruple Apartment

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Apartment

1 Bedroom Superior Apartment

Superior Single Apartment

Superior Double Apartment (full double bed)

1 Bedroom Superior Double Apartment (full double bed)

Superior Twin Apartment (twin beds)

Superior Quadruple Apartment

Deluxe Apartment

1 Bedroom Deluxe Apartment

Deluxe Single Apartment

1 Bedroom Deluxe Single Apartment

Deluxe Double Apartment (full double bed)

Deluxe Twin Apartment (twin beds)

Deluxe Triple Apartment

Deluxe Quadruple Apartment

Deluxe Sextuple Apartment

Premier Apartment

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Apartment

1 Bedroom Executive Apartment

Executive Single Apartment

Executive Triple Apartment

Executive Single Apartment (single bed)

Executive Double Apartment (full double bed)

Executive Twin Apartment (twin beds)

1 Bedroom Executive Twin Apartment (twin beds)

Executive Triple Apartment

Executive Quadruple Apartment

Premium Apartment

1 Bedroom Premium Apartment

Premium Single Apartment

1 Bedroom Premium Single Apartment

1 Bedroom Premium Triple Apartment

Premium Single Apartment (single bed)

Premium Double Apartment (full double bed)

Premium Double Apartment with city view (full double bed)

Premium Twin Apartment (twin beds)

Premium Triple Apartment

Premium Quadruple Apartment

Premium Sextuple Apartment

Luxury Apartment

1 Bedroom Luxury Apartment

Luxury Single Apartment

Luxury Double Apartment (full double bed)

Luxury Triple Apartment

Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Single Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Twin Studio (twin beds)

  • Beds: twin beds
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Quadruple Studio

  • Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Economy Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Standard Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Business Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Studio with pool view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Executive Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Premium Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Single Studio

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Luxury Double Studio (full double bed)

  • Beds: full double bed
  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Villa

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Villa

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Superior Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Deluxe Cottage

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Bungalow

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Bungalow with pool view

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

Chalet

  • Bathroom: Private bathroom

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