This glamorous Orient-Express iconic landmark hotel of Rio de Janeiro is amongst its best hotels. Since its Art Deco doors swung open in 1923, it has been welcomed the rich and famous: from the Rolling Stones to Nelson Mandela. Its superb position overlooking Copacabana Beach means you have stunning views of part of Rios world famous harbor and makes this one of the very best places to stay in Rio. This glamourous hotel and rooms are a haven and a luxurious retreat from Rios hustle and bustle. The rooms and suites are elegantly furnished with fine period furniture and original works of art. They also are thoroughly tehnologically equipped with all the mod-cons including Wi-Fi and iPod docking stations. The hotel has also just gone through a a recent refurbishment of its more classical rooms in the main building. Soak up the sun in the magnificent pool or even on Copacabana beach itself with your belongings looked after the hotel. Join Brazils style setters at the adjacent Bar do Copa and dont miss the hotels top restaurants, whether for great local dishes or fine Italian dining at the Hotel Cipriani Restaurant.