wow, what can I say!! 5 nights for $R2626, that's about £965. one of the cheapest as rio is EXPENSIVE! after hearing a lot of bad reviews for most hotels, was dubious, but this one was perfect. gay scene is 5 mins away, 2 blocks from gay beach, posto 9, loads of bars, restaurants, clubs all within walking distance. the... More

This hotel is located very close to the beach in a calm street. The rooms are old. It's doesn't worth te price (all hotels in Rio are expensive). The breakfast is good. I would think twice before returning. More

Stayed here on two occasions (Oct 11 and Feb 12) and both stays were enjoyable. Hotel location could not be bettered being only one block from the beach and a five minute walk to the lagoon. Felt very safe walking around the area, even at night. Check in staff very helpful and spoke good english. Both rooms were very comfortable... More

The Visconti is well located just a block from the beach (2 blocks from the gay beach) and close to a host of cafes, bars and restaurants in Ipanema. Hotel accommodation is expensive in Rio and this was a good option considering it was an entire apartment, with a large balcony. The rate of R$1,100 for 2 nights also included... More

In a nutshell: - location, short walking distance to the Ipanema beach, to the Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas - internet is free and works very well in the rooms - very good buffet breakfast - there is no restaurant but there are soo many restaurants close by - the best of the hotel is its staff: always friendly, well informed... More

The location of this hotel is fantastic. Just a block from Ipanema, and in possibly the best part of the beach. The location was SUPER safe, and was a short walk to many restaurants, bars and Leblon. The front desk staff spoke English and were exceptionally friendly and accommodating. They offered to make restaurant reservations and provided instructions on what... More

Location is key here. One block off the beach in the midst of shops and restaurants. Great area to walk around. Rooms are nice, clean and new and beds are very comfy. More

Great location a block off Ipanema beach and a few blocks from the Hippie Fair. Helpful people at the front deak. More

We stayed four nights at Promenade Visconti. The hotel is clean, there are employees of the hotel & front desk that speak English, the shower was great, and the location is fantastic. The only negatives I have to say about the hotel are the elevator service, the gym, the cost to use the room telephone, and the lack of safety... More