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CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
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Junior Room, Ocean View
Terrace/patio
Superior Room, Ocean View
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Presidential Suite, Ocean View

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
Escada Flora Mai, 177, Joatinga, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22611-120
  • Joatinga Beach
    13 min walk
  • Espaco Pura Vida
    12 min walk
  • São Conrado Station
    12 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho)
    31 min drive

Room options

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Standard Room

Standard Room

  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Ocean View

Superior Room, Ocean View

  • 20 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Lanai

Superior Room, Lanai

  • 24 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Presidential Suite, Ocean View

Presidential Suite, Ocean View

  • 88 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Room, Ocean View

Junior Room, Ocean View

  • 44 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Rio de Janeiro

With a stay at CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa in Rio de Janeiro (Joatinga), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Joatinga Beach and Tijuca National Park. .This luxury hotel is 9.4 mi (15.1 km) from Copacabana Beach and 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Ipanema Beach.

What's nearby

  • Ilha Da Gigoia - 6 min drive
  • Shopping Downtown - 7 min drive
  • Praia dos Amores - 10 min drive
  • Pepe Beach - 12 min drive
  • Praia da Barra da Tijuca - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • São Conrado Station - 12 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 21 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Barra Grill Churrascaria - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dona Augusta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gatto Rosso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Canto Alegre - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Peixaria Mocellin - ‬8 min drive

About this property

CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa

Luxury hotel connected to a shopping center in Joatinga with free parking
CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa offers 5 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 39-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. There are couples treatment room(s) available. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic and reflexology.
Make yourself at home in one of the 5 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Complimentary wired internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with showers are provided. Conveniences include safes and blackout drapes/curtains, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages, body treatments, and facials. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a picnic area.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Mingle with other guests at the complimentary reception, held daily. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary manager's reception is offered each day.
CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa has a restaurant on site.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Languages

English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and public transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self-parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Free off-site parking within 3 ft
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Free daily reception
  • Room service available
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

Things to do

  • Access to nearby health club
  • Bike rentals
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private picnics
  • Spa services
  • Windsurfing

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Banquet hall
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body treatments
  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Facials
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Massage - deep-tissue
  • Massage - hot stone
  • Massage - sports
  • Massage - Swedish
  • Massage - Thai
  • Reflexology

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Couples dining
  • Romance packages available
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 39-inch smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Minibar
  • Paper towels

More

  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for BRL 800.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 250 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Rollaway bed fee: BRL 800.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

CLIFFSIDE Guest house Experience Hotel Rio de Janeiro
CLIFFSIDE Guest house Experience Hotel
CLIFFSIDE Guest house Experience Rio de Janeiro
CLIFFSIDE Guest house Experience
CLIFFSIDE house Experience
Cliffside & Spa Rio Janeiro
CLIFFSIDE Guest house Experience
CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa Hotel
CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa Rio de Janeiro
CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa Hotel Rio de Janeiro

CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 37 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 37 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ahmed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best, retreat in Rio!!
There will never be another place. I would like to stay to get away from people other than the place that I stayed in the room that I stayed at this hotel. It's not a hotel. It's a home with staff with people that treat you so well that you will regret the day that you have to leave. The ownership has done a great job. See you soon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

cristina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was tranquil and the view were truly incredible! This is a hidden gem and a must stay if you're visiting Rio!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janaetta

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diandra

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10/10 (:
Paolo, the property manager at the cliffside property, was exceptional. He was incredibly attentive to the needs of the tenants, and he made sure that our stay there was as easy and comfortable as possible. He was always available to answer any questions or concerns that we had, and he was always willing to go above and beyond to ensure that we were satisfied with all of our arrangements. Marcello, the owner, was equally impressive. He clearly took great care in the upkeep of the property, and it was evident in every detail. The property was beautifully landscaped and has a lovely history that made the stay even more enjoyable. Andre, the in-house chef, was truly a gem. He was easily one of the kindest and most welcoming people that I have ever met. He cooked with his heart, and it was evident in every dish that he prepared. Overall we loved it here! They always took the time to chat with us, and he was genuinely interested in getting to know us and making sure that we were happy with everything. It's not too far from Copa and Ipanema but just far enough. Would recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bossa nova dream
This place is a bossa nova dream come true. Has the feel of a lovely guest house…and can be very private if you get as lucky as we did.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My entire experience was amazing to say the least. The owner is welcoming and greeted me upon arrival. The personal chef is exceptional. It’s located in a gated community and the view is exceptional. I’d give it 10 stars if I could.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ludvig

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leandro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the most unique and breathtaking properties I’ve ever stayed at. The photos don’t do it justice. What I was most delighted by was the level of service provided by the staff. My biggest regret was only booking for 1 night. Looking forward to returning one day!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ive stayed in many different places all over the world and I truly have to say that this is the overall best hotel Ive ever stayed at. Let me breakdown why. So, first of all, there is the actual house, which is basically a work of art. Then there's the location of the house which is on a cliff with stunning views in a very safe and beautiful neighborhood. Then after all of that, which would sell me on a place already, then comes the best part of the experience at cliffside which is the people that work there. Any need you have, any information about Rio you're curious about, the staff and the owner there are always on hand to help you. Ive never felt so taken care of at an accommodation before. So I just want to say thank you to everyone at cliffside and to the reader of this review who's never been there, book it!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Felix

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Welcoming service with stunning views
An incredible overnight stay in the green heart of the city, to celebrate our 25th anniversary, listening to the crashing waves. We enjoyed an excellent dinner paired with our favorite wine, and personalized breakfast with breathtaking views. Outstanding and welcoming seevice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joao G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hospedagem
Lugar fantástico. O quarto que reservamos estava em obras, nos deram um upgrade para a suíte principal, que é incrível. Recomendo.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fernando Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

FELIPE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O local é maravilhoso, literalmente um refúgio dentro da cidade do RJ. Mesmo para nós que moramos aqui. Toda a equipe é super acolhedora e atenciosa. A comida e o café da manhã são nota 10! Todo atendimento da cozinha é bem personalizado. Só passamos um dia na casa. E queremos voltar outro dia, com mais calma. Dormir e acordar com o som das ondas batendo nas pedras, é algo maravilhoso.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clara Maria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

debora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Oscar

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disappointing Experience - Not Recommended for a 5
This hotel fell short of expectations. It's not a 5-star venue but an old house with accessibility issues. Maintenance problems and limited staff availability left us dissatisfied. The location wasn't as convenient as advertised. Not recommended for short visits or couples. Issues Faced: Pushy Check-in: Manager Paulo tried to upsell a pricier room at check-in, which was uncomfortable. We were just eager to settle in our room. Room Concerns: Standard room lacked windows and garden view. Upgraded room had maintenance issues, noise, and inadequate insulation. Uncomfortable mattresses. Unreliable Breakfast: Daily delays in breakfast delivery. This was especially inconvenient on the day of our departure when I had informed them in advance of my early check-out time. The chef assured me there wouldn't be a problem, but when the morning arrived, there was no one available at the hotel when I needed to leave. Deceptive Practices: Another disappointing aspect of the hotel was the deceptive practices employed by the manager, Paulo. As the hotel is located in a gated community, I sought advice on transportation to the airport. Paulo informed me that calling an Uber was not possible due to the community's rules and offered the hotel's transfer service for a steep price of 250 reales. I ended up getting an uber for less than 70 reales. In conclusion, the hotel didn't meet our expectations. It's not worth a 5-star rating. For a better experience, consider other options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

BERNARDINO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
TOP
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia R

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larissa

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis Rafael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Um projeto em construção...
A casa é linda e a vista espetacular. Mas ainda é um projeto em desenvolvimento. Não tem piscina, pois esta foi transformada em um lago com peixes (há quem goste de nadar com os peixes). Não existe um serviço personalizado e sofisticado que parecia ter. No quarto havia duas pias e só havia toalha em uma delas. Aliás, praticamente não há staff. As opções de refeição (jantar) são limitadas e muito simples, embora o chef seja muito atencioso e queira ajudar. Café da manhã com pães muito ruins. O preço é desproporcional para o que é ofertado. Mas todas as pessoas são muito simpáticas.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022