What's it like in Gamboa?

Gamboa is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its restaurants. Make sure that you visit AquaRio and Guanabara Bay as part of your Gamboa travel plans.

What's a favourite place to stay in Gamboa?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Gamboa Rio Hotel is the highest ranked property in Gamboa. This hotel offers a restaurant and a bar.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Gamboa, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Gamboa.

What are the top things to see and do in Gamboa?

AquaRio, Yup Star and Backstage of Unidos da Tijuca Carnival are family favourites to check out in Gamboa. You could also plan a visit to Guanabara Bay or Samba City while you're in the neighbourhood. Valongo Wharf, Pedra do Sal and Morro da Conceicao are just a few of the places to visit in and around Gamboa. When you're sightseeing in Rio de Janeiro, Rio Art Museum and Amorosa Waterfall are also worth a stop.

How can I get around Gamboa and the greater Rio de Janeiro area?

If you want to see more of the city, Utopia AquaRio Tram Stop is the closest metro stop. Others nearby include Harmonia Tram Stop and Parada dos Navios - Valongo Tram Stop.

Gamboa Hotels: 3,982 Cheap Accommodation in Gamboa

3982 Cheap Hotels in Gamboa - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

"Very busy urban area with people staying up late and partying. The interior of room seems dark dark choice of tiles and paint. "

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25 Mar - 26 Mar

"Good location. Walking distance to a few supermarkets. About 2 minutes walk to a really nice beach. On a bus route. Breakfast was a nice selection of hot and cold and opened at 6:00 until 10:00. Be aware the bottled water in the room is not free. Construction meant there were some disruptions. Also, the slow-close doors need to be adjusted to avoid the disruptive slamming that occurs at late and early hours. "

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15 Mar - 16 Mar

"Friendly staff and good location."

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23 Mar - 24 Mar

Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

"The rooftop accommodations are awesome!"

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12 Apr - 13 Apr

Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, pool loungers

"Great "

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10 Apr - 11 Apr

"It’s Centro Rio. Expect to see beggars and smell bad everywhere. It’s 10 min walk to metro via rundown streets. Staff were not impolite but no greetings nor happy face. Rooms are ok - very basic. "

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12 Apr - 13 Apr

"My stay here in Windsor was amazing, the location in the downtown, near to the airport and other facilities like museum and Sambódromo. The costumer services was really helpfully and kind all the time. Breakfast option 10/10. "

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23 Mar - 24 Mar

"The location is perfect because the Metro is near by, you can go to the Aterro do Flamengo beach without car, the breakfast is amazing, full of options. The most important is the staff, they are nice, kind and professional! I love it my staying there and I really recommend it!"

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6 Apr - 7 Apr

"Really a nice hotel has everything you may need Great breakfast Pool and bar very nice Good stay"

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28 Mar - 29 Mar

"Great location in the vibrant Lapa neighbourhood "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"Nice staff. Nice hotel, close to restaurants and perfect for the carnival"

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4 Apr - 5 Apr

"The room was very colorful, but it was very comfortable. the lights and different settings were very cool. very modern . The staff was very nice and professional, especially Leo. For a foreigner is very difficult to adapt to Brazil, everything felt different to me, but he explained to me everything and was very patient. "

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13 Mar - 14 Mar

"Location. Cost benefit is good"

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28 Mar - 29 Mar

"They charge a lot for guests "

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23 Mar - 24 Mar

"My first time staying at the Hotel. The breakfast was very good, there was a lot of options to choose from. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I found it a lot more economical than staying in Copacabana."

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28 Mar - 29 Mar

"Very nice hotel and beautiful view of the city mountains and surrounding Also very nice terrace on rooftop with pool amazing views and food is good "

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16 Mar - 17 Mar

"We had a great stay at the Riale.. the hotel is a little old but it’s really good.. breakfast is great and the staff is very nice.. the location is great.. metro, grocery store is a waking distance. Actually you can have everything around the hotel.. I would definitely stay at the Riale again.."

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24 Mar - 25 Mar

"Good place! "

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2 Apr - 3 Apr

"Great place for solo travel or families "

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13 Mar - 14 Mar

Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool loungers

"Wonderful "

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20 Mar - 21 Mar

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Copacabana

3 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4/5(37 area reviews)

Copacabana Beach and Bairro Peixoto are top sights in Copacabana, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Siqueira Campos Station or Cardeal Arcoverde Station to see more sights in the area.