A glance through the pages of the Copacabana Palace's Golden Book is enough to confirm the hotel's status among the world's great hotels. It reveals a guest list of royalty, of stars of screen, stage, music and sport as well as the politicians and business leaders who have helped shape the world over the last seven decades.

Opened in 1923, this impressive stucco-fashioned edifice is Rio's most traditional and luxurious hotel. This landmark was designed by the French architect Joseph Gire who was inspired by two hotels, the Negresco in Nice and the Carlton in Cannes. Since opening it has only two owners, the Guinle family of Rio de Janeiro and from 1989, Orient-Express Hotels. The Copacabana Palace Hotel has undergone an extensive discreet refurbishment program, which was designed to retain and enhance the hotel's position as South America's premiere hotel.

The Hotel, which occupies an area of over 12.000 square meters of some of the most expensive and sought after real estate in Brazil, has 225 bedrooms and suites, 147 of which in the main building and 78 suites in the Annex (tower wing building) which was added to the hotel in 1948 and fully sound proofed in 1992. From 1991 to 1995 the Tower Building and the Main Building were completely renovated and modernized. A new Executive floor (5th floor), which holds 26 rooms and suites and the 6th floor with 7 Penthouse suites were added to the hotel.

Dining: With its opulent lounges, bars and restaurants, the Copacabana Palace is a haven of relaxation and good living. Guests can choose from two of Rio's finest restaurants: The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant and The Pergula Restaurant. The Hotel Cipriani Restaurant, which serves Italian dishes, is one of the most sophisticated in the city and is patronized by the jet set of Rio. The Pergula Restaurant is situated by the pool and offers breakfast, lunch and alfresco dining. The Copacabana Palace prides itself on its service and our well-trained professional staff are ready to attend to guests' every wish. Drinks and light snacks are served on the Pool Terrace throughout the day. The Copacabana Piano Bar is a sophisticated and casual meeting place. Alternatively, you can dine in the comfort and privacy of your own room with 24-hour Room Service.

Leisure: The Copacabana Palace boasts a magnificent, semi-Olympic size swimming pool, which is without doubt the finest in Rio, and the only rooftop tennis court in the city. The hotel also has a new Fitness Centre and a Beauty Salon. It is also possible to enjoy a range of water sports, including surfing, jet skiing, cruising and snorkeling around the offshore islands, close to the hotel, as well as golf, beach volleyball and other sports. The hotel’s Beauty Shop, Jean Marc Coiffeur is available from Tuesdays to Saturdays, from 09:00 am to 07:00 pm and offers a variety of services, including: Manicure, Pedicure, Hairdressing, Color and Cut and Waxing

The Standard Rooms are located in the main building from 1st to 4th floor, and can be rear facing, pool or ocean view. The rooms are featuring King-size or Twin beds. The high ceilings are a trademark of the hotel for all rooms in the main building. All standard rooms are equipped with two line telephones with telephone jack for modem connection, voice mail, VCRs, electronic safe, bath robes, slippers, and more.

The Deluxe Rooms are spacious and located in the main building, from 1st to 4th floor, facing the world famous Copacabana Beach. The rooms are featuring King-size or Twin beds. The high ceilings are a trademark of the hotel for all rooms in the main building. All deluxe rooms are equipped with two line telephones with telephone jack for modem connection, voice mail, VCRs, electronic safe, bath robes, slippers, and more.

The Executive Rooms: While all the bedrooms in the main building are deluxe, the most luxurious rooms are on the 5th, or Executive floor. This floor has 26 apartments and suites as well as an Executive lounge with its own workstations and kitchen. The lounge is solely for the use of guests staying on the 5th floor. Coffee and aperitifs are available throughout the day to those using the lounge.The design of the apartments and suites on the 5th floor are all exclusive to the hotel. The apartments have been decorated with the Cane Collection and the Junior Suites with the Pan Coupe Collection. The principal suites have been decorated with the Gemstone Collection of Brazilian mahogany, inlaid with Brazilian agates.

The Avenue Suites: Beautifully decorated suites in the tower wing of the hotel, with city view from their own private balconies. Bathrooms are decorated with original Italian tiles. All Avenue Suites rooms are equipped with two line telephones with telephone jack for modem connection, voice mail, VCRs, electronic safe, bath robes, slippers, and more.

Penthouse Suites: At the end of a busy day, what could be more relaxing than retiring to one of the Copacabana Palace's stunning Penthouse suite?
The oversized Penthouse suites, which are located on the 6th floor, measure more than 100 square meters. The suites, which have been decorated with works of art, exotic carpets and French fabrics, are the ultimate in luxury and sophistication. Suites can be joined to provide up to 220 square meters of space. Features include: All-marble bathroom, One king bed, Large and sumptuously decorated living room, Large balcony facing Copacabana Beach, Butler service, Sprinkler and smoke detectors, VCR and CD player, Wet bar and Special amenities.