Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro

Across the street from the iconic Ipanema beach, this posh hotel is also a 7-minute walk from General Osório metro and 12 minutes from Copacabana beach.
Refined rooms come with Wi-Fi (paid), flat-screens and minibars. Some have ocean views or balconies, while suites add living areas, free-standing tubs, espresso machines and wet bars. Upgraded suites include iPod docks.
In addition to free breakfast, there’s a chic Mediterranean restaurant, a lobby bar, and a British-style bar/nightclub with DJs. Other amenities include a rooftop infinity pool, a poolside bar, a spa and a private beach, as well as a fitness center and bike rentals.