What are the best points hotels in Rio de Janeiro?

The top points hotels in Rio de Janeiro include Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana (24,953 Accor points, 2.3¢ CPP), Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana (9,048 Accor points, 2.3¢ CPP), Ibis Budget Petropolis (1,858 Accor points, 2.3¢ CPP). The best value redemption offers 2.3¢ per point via Accor.

How many points do I need for a hotel in Rio de Janeiro?

Hotels in Rio de Janeiro start from 24,953 points per night. Cash rates average $20 - $619/night. Available programs include Accor, Hyatt, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton.

When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

The best time to visit Rio de Janeiro is Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct.

Which loyalty programs have hotels in Rio de Janeiro?

Rio de Janeiro has hotels bookable with Accor, Hyatt, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton points. We found 11 properties across these programs with CPP values up to 2.3¢.

Is it worth using points in Rio de Janeiro or paying cash?

With CPP values up to 2.3¢ via Accor, using points in Rio de Janeiro can deliver significantly more value than cash-back redemptions (typically 1¢ per point). Any redemption above 1.5¢ CPP is considered a good use of points.

How do I transfer credit card points for Rio de Janeiro hotels?

You can transfer points from Chase Ultimate Rewards, Amex Membership Rewards, Citi ThankYou Points, Capital One Miles, or Bilt Rewards to hotel programs like Accor, Hyatt, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton. Use our calculator to find the best transfer path and check for active transfer bonuses.

Are there transfer bonuses for Rio de Janeiro hotel programs?

Transfer bonuses of 20-40% are offered periodically by credit card issuers. These can dramatically improve your CPP value. Check our calculator page for currently active transfer bonuses to Accor, Hyatt, Marriott, Wyndham, Hilton.

Rio de Janeiro

South America · Brazil

Best Months

Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct

Rec. Nights

5 nights

Airports

GIG (Galeao International)

Avg. Cash

$20 - $619/night

Best Value

2.3¢via Accor

Overview

Rio de Janeiro is one of the world's most visually stunning cities, where lush peaks tumble directly into sparkling waters. Copacabana and Ipanema beaches anchor the Zona Sul, while Santa Teresa and Lapa offer bohemian charm.

Marriott Bonvoy has a strong beachfront presence. IHG and Hilton Honors offer competitive options. Booking early during shoulder seasons delivers aspirational beachfront properties at mid-tier award rates.

The cog railway to Christ the Redeemer offers one of the most iconic views on earth. Day trips to Buzios or the imperial city of Petropolis extend the experience beautifully.

Cash vs Points

Hotels in Rio de Janeiro range from $20 to $619 per night. Points redemptions offer 2.3+ cents per point value.

Points Hotel Recommendations

11 properties in Rio de Janeiro bookable with points, sorted by value

Hotel	Program				Check-in
Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana	Accor	24,953	$574	2.3¢	Apr 8
Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana	Accor	9,048	$208	2.3¢	Apr 8
Ibis Budget Petropolis	Accor	1,858	$43	2.3¢	Apr 8
Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro	Hyatt	12,000	$209	1.7¢	Apr 8
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort	Marriott	45,600	$479	1.1¢	Apr 8
Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa	Wyndham	7,500	$73	1.0¢	Apr 8
JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro	Marriott	58,000	$439	0.8¢	Apr 9
Residence Inn by Marriott Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca	Marriott	19,000	$133	0.7¢	Apr 8
Emiliano Rio, an SLH Hotel	Hilton	120,000	$626	0.5¢	Apr 12
Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro	Hilton	45,000	$190	0.4¢	Apr 8
Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	Hilton	92,000	$257	0.3¢	Apr 9

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Transfer Points Strategy

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Best Value

If you have ALL Points:

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

AccorAccor (1:1)Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Cost24,953 pts/night × 5n = 124,765 Accor

Value$2,869.65 ÷ 124,765 pts= 2.3¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Accor Book on Accor.com

If you have Points:

Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro

HyattHyatt (1:1)Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro

Cost12,000 pts/night × 5n = 60,000 Hyatt

Value$1,046.65 ÷ 60,000 pts= 1.7¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Hyatt Book on Hyatt.com

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

MarriottMarriott (1:1)Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Cost45,600 pts/night × 5n = 228,000 Marriott

Value$2,395 ÷ 228,000 pts= 1.1¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Marriott Book on Marriott.com

If you have Points:

Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa

WyndhamWyndham (1:1)Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa

Cost7,500 pts/night × 5n = 37,500 Wyndham

Value$366.15 ÷ 37,500 pts= 1.0¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Wyndham Book on Wyndham.com

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

Emiliano Rio, an SLH Hotel

HiltonHilton (1:1)Emiliano Rio, an SLH Hotel

Cost120,000 pts/night × 5n = 600,000 Hilton

Value$3,128.4 ÷ 600,000 pts= 0.5¢

Transfer time: Instant

Transfer to Hilton Book on Hilton.com

How to Earn Points for This Trip

The best hotels in Rio de Janeiro use Accor Live Limitless (ALL), World of Hyatt, Marriott Bonvoy, Wyndham Rewards, and Hilton Honors points. Here’s how to earn them:

Best Option

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton

$150

Annual Fee

130,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly

Automatic Hilton Honors Gold status
Earn 12x at Hilton properties, 6x at restaurants and supermarkets
Free weekend night reward after $15K in calendar year spending

Hilton Honors

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Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

Hilton

$550

Annual Fee

175,000 Hilton Honors points — transfers earns Hilton Honors points directly

Automatic Hilton Honors Diamond status (top tier)
Earn 14x at Hilton properties, 7x on travel and dining
Free weekend night reward annually + one after $60K spend

Hilton Honors

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World of Hyatt Credit Card

Hyatt

$95

Annual Fee

60,000 Hyatt points + free night (Cat 1-4) — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly

Earn 4x at Hyatt hotels and 2x on dining, travel, and gym memberships
Free night certificate annually (Cat 1-4) worth up to $300+
Automatic Discoverist elite status

World of Hyatt

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Bilt Mastercard®

Bilt

Annual Fee

earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly — only card that earns points on rent — transfers 1:1 to all major hotels

Earn 1x points on rent with no transaction fees (up to 100,000 pts/yr)
Earn 3x on dining and 2x on travel
Transfer 1:1 to Hyatt, Marriott, IHG, and Hilton

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

Hilton Honors

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The Platinum Card from American Express

Amex MR

$895

Annual Fee

Up to 175,000 Membership Rewards points after $12,000 spend in 6 months — transfers earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly, earns Hilton Honors points directly

Up to 175K MR signup bonus - one of the highest available
Earn 5x on flights booked directly with airlines
Transfer 1:1 to Marriott Bonvoy or 1:2 to Hilton Honors

Marriott Bonvoy

Hilton Honors

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Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Chase UR

$95

Annual Fee

75,000 Ultimate Rewards points — transfers earns World of Hyatt points directly, earns Marriott Bonvoy points directly

Earn 5x on travel through Chase Travel℠
Earn 3x on dining, select streaming, and online groceries
1:1 transfer to Hyatt, Marriott, and IHG

World of Hyatt

Marriott Bonvoy

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Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct

Getting There

GIG (Galeao International)

Visa & Entry

Check your country's requirements

Budget

From $20/night

Packing Essentials

Pack for the climate

Cultural Tips

Respect local customs

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Rio de Janeiro

Overview

Cash vs Points

Points Hotel Recommendations

Fairmont Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana

Ibis Budget Petropolis

Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro

Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort

Days Inn by Wyndham Rio de Janeiro Lapa

JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Residence Inn by Marriott Rio de Janeiro Barra da Tijuca

Emiliano Rio, an SLH Hotel

Hilton Barra Rio de Janeiro

Yoo2 Rio de Janeiro, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Transfer Points Strategy

If you have ALL Points:

If you have Points:

If you have Marriott Bonvoy Points:

If you have Points:

If you have Hilton Honors Points:

How to Earn Points for This Trip

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

The Platinum Card from American Express

Chase Sapphire Preferred®

Travel Tips

Best Time to Visit

Getting There

Visa & Entry

Budget

Packing Essentials

Cultural Tips

Ask AI About Rio de Janeiro

How to Earn Points for This Trip

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Bilt Mastercard®

The Platinum Card from American Express

Chase Sapphire Preferred®