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About the Hotel

Rua Santana,131, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Downtown Santana Hotel offers accommodation in Rio de Janeiro, providing amenities like free cooked-to-order breakfast and a coffee shop/cafe. This 2-star hotel features air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs and is located in Centro, Rio's bustling downtown.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Downtown Santana Hotel feature air conditioning, refrigerators, and private bathrooms equipped with showers. Each room also includes free WiFi and LCD televisions.

Dining & Nearby Options

Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet at the hotel's coffee shop/café. Nearby dining options include Pizzaria Portela, Restaurante Casa Verde, and Galeto 183, all within a 0.5 miles radius.

Services & Facilities

Downtown Santana Hotel offers a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage for guest convenience. The property features designated smoking areas and various recreational opportunities.

Transportation & Local Area

The nearest transport options include Praca Onze Station and Central subway stations, both accessible within an 11-minute walk. Major cultural highlights like the Museum of Modern Art and AquaRio are also within a short distance.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Economic Room

Max:

1 person

6 m²

Bed options:

1 Single bed

Shower

Air conditioning

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Economy Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

6 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Budget Triple Room

Max:

3 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

3 Single beds

Shower

Air conditioning

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Center

Rio de Janeiro1000 ft

Airports

Santos Dumont (SDU) 2.7 mi

Galeao (GIG) 10.5 mi

Train

Estação D Pedro II Central Station2000 ft

Train400 ft

Metro stations

Central2000 ft

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking

Baggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

Smoking allowed in designated areas
Free Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Security
Baggage storage
Allergy-free rooms
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Fire extinguishers

Services

Housekeeping

Room features

Air conditioning
Garden furniture

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Rua Santana,131, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Map view

Rua Santana,131, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

City landmarks

Museums

Museum of Tomorrow

1.3 mi

Aquarium

AquaRio

1.6 mi

Events

Cultural Center of the Bank of Brazil

1.2 mi

Parque Nacional da Tijuca - Alto da Boa Vista

Corcovado Christ the Redeemer

3.2 mi

S/N R. Joaquim Silva

Selaron Steps

1.7 mi

Rua Riachuelo 27

Carioca Aqueduct

1.1 mi

Valongo Wharf

4800 ft

Church

Church of Our Lady of the Candelaria

1.2 mi

Broadway Theatre

Municipal Theater

1.1 mi

Hospitals

Santa Teresa

1.2 mi

Church

The Metropolitan Cathedral of Saint Sebastian

1.1 mi

Praca da Republica

Campo de Santana

2100 ft

Museums

Rio Museum of Art

1.2 mi

Events

Sambadrome

2900 ft

Rodrigues Alves 1

Museu do Amanha

1.3 mi

Museums

Modern Art Museum

1.4 mi

Historic Site

Pedra do Sal

4400 ft

Church

Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro

1.1 mi

Events

Fundicao Progresso

1.1 mi

Museums

Catete Palace

1.7 mi

Historic Site

Central do Brasil

2000 ft

Libraries

Real Gabinete Portugues Da Leitura

1.1 mi

Museums

Museu Nacional de Belas Artes

1.1 mi

Libraries

Brazilian National Archives

2100 ft

Museums

Museu de Arte do Rio

1.2 mi

Square

Apotheosis Square

2900 ft

Rua Marques de Pombal 128 Cidade Nova

Militar Police Museum of the Rio de Janeiro State

2100 ft

Gamboa

Etnias

1.6 mi

Museums

Museu Chacara do Ceu

1.7 mi

Nearby

Events

Sambadrome

1400 ft

Church

Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro

1600 ft

Praca da Republica

Campo de Santana

1900 ft

Rua Marques de Pombal 128 Cidade Nova

Militar Police Museum of the Rio de Janeiro State

500 ft

Libraries

Brazilian National Archives

1300 ft

Praca da Republica 197 Centro

Casa Historica de Marechal Deodoro

1500 ft

Restaurants

Galeto 183

500 ft

Rua de Santana 183 Centro

Cantina Do Hospital Moncorvo Filho

1800 ft

Rua Moncorvo Filho 90 Fu Centro

Big Sucos

2700 ft

Rua Washington Luis 125 Centro

Cafe E Bar Tondela

1800 ft

Rua General Caldwell 324

Cafe Rio Barcio

2000 ft

Rua Riachuelo 360

Cafe Senado

1100 ft

Rua do Senado 191 Loja B

Faceburger

1700 ft

Avenida Mem de Sa 226 Centro

Tony's

2900 ft

Praca Cristiano Otoni SN Centro

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

60%

liked the hotel and would stay again

6.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

5.6

Location

5.6

Service

8.0

Dining

5.8

William

United States of America, July 2024

5.6/10

I found the hotel to be in a decent location close to the Sambadrome and city attractions, which was a plus. However, I was disappointed with the rooms, especially since they lacked windows, making it a bit stuffy. The service was friendly when I needed assistance, but the area surrounding the hotel felt a bit unsafe. Overall, it offered good value for its strategic location but needed improvement in room comfort and safety aspects.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were average and had no windows, which was a letdown. The one window I had opened into a narrow courtyard, so there wasn't much fresh air.

Service

7.0

The staff was friendly and accommodating, especially when I requested a refund to find another hotel.

Location

6.0

The location was central, making it easy to access various city attractions, but the neighborhood felt rundown and a bit dodgy.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were pretty sparse and repetitive. While the breakfast was decent, it felt like it didn’t offer much variety.

Facilities

5.0

Facilities were basic, and nothing stood out as particularly impressive. I felt there was room for improvement.

Richard

United States of America, July 2024

6.4/10

My stay at the hotel had its ups and downs. On the plus side, the location is pretty convenient, being close to the Centro metro station and parking for Carnaval. I found the rooms to be decent for a one-night stay at a reasonable price. However, the area felt a bit shady, and while the service was friendly, exchanging information was challenging due to the language barrier. Overall, it offers good value for money but isn't without its drawbacks.

Rooms

6.0

The room met my basic needs for a one-night stay, but there wasn't much fresh air since the window opened into a very narrow courtyard.

Service

7.0

The service was friendly, and while they tried to communicate using Google Translate, it made things a bit awkward and challenging.

Location

6.0

The hotel is located in what felt like a dodgy part of town, but it is relatively central and close to the metro station, which was convenient.

Dining

Facilities

Ricky

United States of America, July 2024

5.6/10

I had a mixed experience at this hotel. The rooms were clean but quite odd with no windows, which was a bit disappointing. The staff was friendly and helpful, which was a definite plus. However, the location felt a bit shady and not very safe at times. Overall, if you're looking for a basic stay, it might suffice, but there are definitely better options out there.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were clean, but I was surprised to find they didn't have windows, making it feel a bit claustrophobic. I did have a window that opened to a small courtyard, but it didn't provide much fresh air.

Service

8.0

The staff was very kind and extremely helpful, especially when I needed to ask for a refund when I decided to leave. They didn't speak much English but managed to communicate via Google Translate.

Location

5.0

The location was decent for accessing the Sambadrome, but it felt a bit dodgy at times. While it was reasonably close to the Central metro station, I couldn’t shake off the feeling that it wasn't very safe.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was quite sparse and didn't have much variety. While the breakfast was decent, it was repetitive and not enough for all the guests.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities were basic and didn't stand out. I didn't notice any amenities that would elevate the experience.

Tom

United States of America, June 2024

6.6/10

I had a mixed experience at the hotel. The rooms were quite small and opened into a narrow courtyard, limiting fresh air. On the bright side, the breakfast was quite tasty. The service was exceptional, with friendly and helpful staff. The location was decent, though I felt a little uneasy in the surrounding area, which didn't match the lively downtown vibe advertised. Overall, it was a decent place but had its downsides.

Rooms

5.0

The room was really small, measuring only 1.90 meters by 2.20 meters, and opened into a narrow courtyard, so I didn't get much fresh air.

Service

9.0

The service was incredible; the staff was very kind and extremely helpful.

Location

6.0

The location is in a central area which is pretty good for accessing the city, but the immediate surroundings felt rundown and unsafe at times.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was really good, although it was the same every day.

Facilities

6.0

Facilities were average, nothing too extravagant but fairly functional.

Janet

United States of America, May 2024

6.4/10

The hotel had a few ups and downs during my stay. The rooms were a bit on the smaller side and could use better ventilation, especially since the windows opened only to a narrow courtyard. On the bright side, the breakfast was really good. The staff was friendly and helpful, but the location was concerning as it felt unsafe at times, which was not ideal for me.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were on the smaller side and felt a bit cramped. Also, the window opened only to a narrow courtyard, so I didn't get much fresh air.

Service

9.0

The staff was very kind and extremely helpful during my stay.

Location

5.0

The location was in the central area of the city, but unfortunately, it didn't feel very safe at times, which made it a bit uncomfortable for me.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast was really good, but I did find it a bit repetitive since it was the same every day.