Rio de Janeiro, BrazilBarra da Tijuca
Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro
Sprawling coastal resort
Barra da Tijuca Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Opened
2016
Price
$$$
Rated for
Resort Design WellnessOutside the door
The house
HyattSprawling coastal resort
The resort sits between Barra Beach and Marapendi Lagoon, trading central Rio's bustle for breezy open-air grounds.
What it’s good at
Listed
Yabu Pushelberg lines breezy oceanfront spaces with authentic Brazilian stones and timber.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The hotel sits right on the sand, with direct access to a private beach area – a great place to claim a chaise lounge under an oversized umbrella
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Barra Beach stretches directly across the avenue, and bike paths wind along Marapendi Lagoon behind the grounds.
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The rooms
Private balconies open toward the ocean or the lagoon, and bathrooms are fitted with deep soaking tubs.
The pool and gym
Bring a swimsuit.
Sun loungers rest submerged in the climate-controlled pool, and the gym includes a dedicated yoga studio.
The spa
Nine treatment suites include three for couples, each opening onto a private patio for acupuncture and massages.
At the table
Shiso serves sushi at a reclaimed wood counter, and Cantô pours craft caipirinhas during evening bossa nova sets.
How it began
Seventeen vertical gardens and swirling lobby mosaics draw directly from modernist landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx.
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.