Vila Emil Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Vila Emil
Activities
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galeão – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Tijuca Forest and Botanical Garden
From Rio de Janeiro: Angra dos Reis & Ilha Grande Day Tour
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Entrance to the Giant Roda of Rio de Janeiro
Full-Day Rio de Janeiro Tour with Lunch, Christ & Sugarloaf
Our pick of the best Vila Emil Hotel Deals
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
"ALL THE ABOVE"
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Hotel Atlântico Avenida
"Everything it ’s was good!!"
Reviewed on 27 July 2026
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
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Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026
Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL
"This hotel was fantastic! Breakfast buffet is elaborate, room service food was very good with 24 hour availability. We arrived at 2am and were able to order from a full menu! Bar cocktails were excellent. Spa was exceptional with reasonable prices! Beach is beautiful and safe. I can’t wait to go ..."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Windsor Oceanico
"It was a wonderful experience. The rooms were cleaned daily and the staff were friendly and helpful with our needs. We did experience some difficulties with the AC on arrival but after the first day it was working fine. I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Regency Barra Hotel
"The only reason I’ve given this hotel more than one star is the woman with red and black braids. She was excellent and genuinely helpful. Unfortunately, everyone else seemed completely uninterested. Staff regularly walked past while you were waiting for help. Reception often felt more like a hangout, ..."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Vila Emil
Copacabana
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.
Ipanema
Ipanema is highly notable for its stunning beaches, and you might want to visit top sights like Ipanema Beach and Rua Farme de Amoedo. See more of Rio de Janeiro by jumping on the metro at Nossa Senhora da Paz Station or Ipanema-General Osorio Station.
Barra da Tijuca
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Municipal Theater is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Botafogo
Discover Botafogo, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in Botafogo include Botafogo Praia Shopping and Praia de Botafogo, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Botafogo Station.
