Sheraton Rio Hotel & Resort

Location. Positioned in the eclectic Leblon and Ipanema neighborhoods, the Sheraton Rio Hotel and Resort occupies 27 tropical acres within the city of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This property stands three kilometers from Ipanema Beach and five kilometers from Gavea Golf Club.

Hotel Features. Multiple on-site restaurants prepare Brazilian specialties and cater to international tastes, including Mirador that provides panoramic views of the Atlantic. Casarao Steakhouse grills Brazilian steaks, while Casa da Cachaca and Pizza Place stands within a former fisherman's home and serves the famous Brazilian cocktail, Caipirinha. One Twenty One focuses attention on Japanese-inspired fare prepared by the sushi chef. The bar offers nightly entertainment. A business center, wireless Internet access and flexible function space cater to the needs of corporate and social gatherings. Recreational amenities include an outdoor pool, sauna (please consult opening hours and charges), steam room and fitness facility. The hotel's spa offers massage, body wraps, scrubs and salon services. Additional property amenities include Town Car rental, the services of a concierge, and airport transportation for a fee.

Guestrooms. The Sheraton Rio Hotel and Resort offers 559 guestrooms and 64 suites with ocean-view balconies. Standard rooms feature tropical décor complemented with light-toned wood furnishings. Suites are elegantly designed with richly textured fabrics and dramatic décor. Accommodations include cable television, minibars, desks, safe-deposit boxes and bathrooms with telephones. Business rooms include private reception, butler service, clothes-pressing services, and breakfast and cocktails served in the business lounge.

Expert Tip. This hotel helps to ensure that Rio's famous landmarks and attractions are accessible by offering complimentary shuttle service to Leblon, Ipanema, Copacabana Beach and the Rio Sul Shopping Mall.