Villa Laurinda

Rua Laurinda Santos Lobo, 98, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, CEP 20240-270, Brazil – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.3/10! <small>(score from <b>110</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.2
Scored 9.2
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
110 reviews

Staying at Villa Laurinda was the kickstart to probably the most amazing trip of my life in my 22 years on this earth. I originally booked here, because it had good ratings in a safe area. So, for us (3 American women in a big city that they only knew so much alike) to arrive to, not only a house but a home, was bliss. Walter gave us a sense of understanding of the bigger picture of Brasil, while taking the time to introduce us to his surroundings. And Daniel was the most wonderful host, conversationalist, & guide to the beautiful city that he cares so much about. He brings such a warm sense of home to the Villa. We’re so glad we stayed here, especially as our first stop. The Villa Laurinda has such a magical, peaceful feeling that we’re so grateful to have experienced!

Delaney United States of America
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Villa Laurinda

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Located 1.9 mi from Rio de Janeiro's charming city center, Villa Laurinda offers free daily breakfast, an outdoor pool and free WiFi access in Santa Tereza district. The Santos Dumont Domestic Airport is located 2.5 mi away. Each room blends colonial-style décor with modern furnishing. Some units boast pool views, while some offer tranquil garden views. Bed linens and bath towels are supplied. Facilities at Villa Laurinda include a sauna, a garden and barbecue facilities. The property offers free parking and a stylish lounge for guests to relax. The guest house is 15 mi from Riocentro Convention Center, 3.5 mi from Copacabana Beach and 4.7 mi from Ipanema Beach. Galeão International Airport is 8.7 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 twin bed
and
1 queen bed
or
3 twin beds
1 full bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Rio de Janeiro
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  • Delaney
    United States of America United States of America
    “Staying at Villa Laurinda was the kickstart to probably the most amazing trip of my life in my 22 years on this earth. I originally booked here, because it had good ratings in a safe area. So, for us (3 American women in a big city that they only...”
  • Kredowska
    Mexico Mexico
    “Beautiful house, good breakfast and great staff. Daniel was very nice and helpful.”
  • Josefina
    Chile Chile
    “The neighborhood is perfect, with local bars, restaurants, beautiful architecture and nice small streets to walk around, the Villa is beautiful, breakfast in the terrace is fresh and complete. You can get great advise from the staff, the pool was...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.8Based on 110 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Dias & Riedweg “Our artistic practice and our daily lives, which we’ve shared for nearly twenty years, unfurls in that territory between one and the other, an unknown terrain of desire and fear, of a world to explore, that’s out there to be discovered.” Dias & Riedweg includes Mauricio de Mello Dias (b. 1964, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil) and Walter Stephan Riedweg (b. 1955, Luzern, Switzerland), who have worked together since 1993 to make collaborative and interdisciplinary public art projects, videos, and performances. Dias studied in the school of fine arts at the Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro from 1982 to 1986. After traveling through Europe, he took courses in engraving at the Schule für Gestaltung in Basel, Switzerland. He subsequently studied at the Printmaking Workshop in New York. Riedweg’s formal education focused upon theater and music; he studied at the Musik Academie in Luzern, the Scuola di Teatro Dimitri in Verscio, Switzerland, and participated in several workshops at the Performance Studies Department at New York University.

Property info

The house is an original 1888 Victorian villa within 2000m2 tropical gardens, with a beautiful swimming pool, steam sauna and a mini-bar kiosk. Located on a very quiet and safe street in the middle of Santa Teresa, one of the oldest and nicest neighbourhoods of Rio - the house is on a surprising hill between the city center, the ocean beaches and the Guanabara Bay. Delicious breakfast with fresh juices and fruit, diversity of breads, homemade cake and pão de queijo, organic eggs, cheese and ham, jams and other quality products // Free wi-fi available throughout the house and garden // Exclusive lounge with computer and internet // Kiosk in the garden with self-service minibar and espresso-machine // Upon request: airport transfers, laundry, local guides with smart tips

Neighborhood info

Nestled in the hills of central Rio, Santa Teresa’s windswept Art Deco buildings and mosaicked park spaces are the stomping grounds of artists and bohemians. Santa Teresa makes sweeping statements—stunning panoramas of the city leave onlookers speechless, while the street art bold murals along its walls bathe the neighbourhood in colour. The historic yellow tram runs through its bucolic cobblestone streets and ambrosial restaurants, adding to its folksy allure and authentic Brazilian magnetism.

Languages Spoken

German,English,Spanish,French,Dutch,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Villa Laurinda
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular amenities
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Family rooms
  • Spa
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cooking class
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Happy hour
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Indoor play area
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Grocery deliveries
    Additional charge
  • Vending machine (snacks)
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Outdoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Pool bar
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas
Spa
  • Full-body massage
  • Hand massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Foot massage
  • Neck massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Dutch
  • Portuguese

House rules

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Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 2 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Groups

When booking more than 6 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash is not accepted Villa Laurinda accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Villa Laurinda

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at Villa Laurinda may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Villa Laurinda is 1.6 miles from the center of Rio de Janeiro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Villa Laurinda offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Happy hour
    • Walking tours
    • Neck massage
    • Cooking class
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Hand massage
    • Aerobics
    • Steam room
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Couples' massage
    • Live music/Performance
    • Back massage
    • Bike tours
    • Full-body massage
    • Swimming pool
    • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
    • Foot massage
    • Head massage

  • Check-in at Villa Laurinda is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at Villa Laurinda include:

    • Double
    • Triple