Governador Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal cityscape with a clear view of the ocean, mountains in the distance, and residential buildings.
A coastal town with buildings, a swimming pool, and a view of the sea and mountains.
A cityscape with a prominent mountain and a harbor filled with boats.
A coastal city with a dense urban area, a bay filled with numerous boats, and prominent natural landmarks including a large mountain and a distinctive rock formation.
A coastal city with a prominent mountain, a marina with numerous boats, and a distant view of a town across the water.
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

5 out of 5
Avenida Niemeyer 121 - Leblon Rio de Janeiro RJ
The price is NZ$502 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$502
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL

5 out of 5
Av. Niemeyer, 769 Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
The price is NZ$277 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$277
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,350 reviews)
"Our junior ocean front suite was spectacular ! Windows in both bedroom and living room floor to ceiling ! Double showers and huge TVs . Our only issue was the downstairs restaurant , the staff was confused and very very slow and the tours they offer dont have coherent English speaking guides"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
Hotel Atlântico Travel

Hotel Atlântico Travel

4 out of 5
Rua Barata Ribeiro nº 544, Copacabana Rio de Janeiro
The price is NZ$97 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$97
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,452 reviews)
"No Quarto que eu estava o ar queimou antes das 3 da manhã e tiveram que me trocar de quarto."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2026

Hotel Atlântico Travel
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Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot

3 out of 5
Av. Atlântica 3196 Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this beach apartment in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach ...
7.6/10 Good! (44 reviews)
"DO NOT STAY HERE. The place is nothing like the pictures; the listing is completely misleading and nothing like what we experienced. This place was absolutely disgusting and the worst I have ever seen as a traveler. The entire building, including our room, was completely infested with cockroaches ..."

Reviewed on 30 July 2026

Ocean View Copacabana Best Spot
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu

3.5 out of 5
Avenida Dr. Mário Guimarães, 533 Nova Iguaçu RJ
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Nova Iguaçu. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions TopShopping Nova Iguaçu and ...
Mont Blanc Nova Iguaçu
Morada Stay - Flat Barra First

Morada Stay - Flat Barra First

4 out of 5
Av das Americas 7897, Rio de Janeiro RJ
Stay at this aparthotel in Rio de Janeiro. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free beach shuttle. Popular attractions Olympic Park and Farmasi Arena are located ...
Morada Stay - Flat Barra First
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Praia da Bica

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Bica during your trip to Rio de Janeiro? Wander the beaches or discover the area's sunsets.
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Activities

Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour

Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour

NZ$125
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christ the Redeemer & Rio de Janeiro Half-Day City Tour
Plaza Premium Lounge at RIOgaleao-Tom Jobim Airport

Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)

NZ$55
per adult
74% of travellers recommend
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Museum of Tomorrow Guided Tour Admission & Transfer

Museum of Tomorrow Guided Tour Admission & Transfer

NZ$86
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Museum of Tomorrow Guided Tour Admission & Transfer
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail

NZ$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Entrance to the Giant Route of Rio DE Janeiro

Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro

NZ$20
per adult
Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight

NZ$506
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Rio de Janeiro: Hang Gliding Tandem Flight
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Cities near Governador Island

A panoramic view of Rio de Janeiro at sunset, featuring the Christ the Redeemer statue, Sugarloaf Mountain, Guanabara Bay, and the cityscape with cable cars.

Rio de Janeiro

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