Located approximately 20 minutes' walk from the modern Metropolitan Catholic Cathedral of Saint Sebastian, the smoke-free Gamboa Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro offers modern comforts such as currency exchange and a lift. Fairly close to the Light Cultural Center, the 3-star hotel with 49 rooms features a shared lounge and various recreational opportunities, plus an à la carte restaurant, serving Brazilian specials.
The hotel has a major setting merely 1.1 km from Church of Our Lady of Candelaria, while natural sights like the landscaped park "Campo de Santana" are merely 1.4 km away. Guests can visit Igreja Nossa Senhora do Livramento, which is nearly a 5-minute walk away, and the Real Gabinete Português de Leitura which is around a 10-minute drive from the Gamboa Rio Rio de Janeiro. Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Jardins Suspensos do Valongo, located a mere 150 metres away. The property stands within 25 minutes' walk of the Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. Gamboa Rio Hotel is 800 metres from Central bus stop and right around the corner from Presidente Vargas tube station.
The rooms overlook the city and feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels along with a mini fridge bar. Bathroom facilities include a separate toilet and a shower, as well as comforts such as complimentary toiletries and towels.
The Gamboa Rio serves buffet breakfast in the morning. Guests may visit Pier 15 restaurant and a lounge bar on site.