Hotel Fasano Rio

Hotel Fasano Rio stands on Avenida Vieira Souto 80 in Ipanema, one of the most coveted addresses in Rio de Janeiro, directly opposite Ipanema Beach and facing the sculpted hillscape beyond Arpoador. Opened in 2007, the tower was designed by Philippe Starck in collaboration with the Fasano family, resulting in a sleek, dark-toned modernist building that stands apart from its neighbours through polished wood panels, leather detailing, and an atmosphere more akin to a private members' club than a conventional hotel. The property offers 89 rooms and suites across five categories, ranging from Deluxe Rooms with partial beach views to the spacious Fasano Suite with its wraparound terraces and panoramic ocean outlook. Interiors draw on mid-century Brazilian modernism, with warm timber tones, vintage-style furnishings, and curated artworks throughout. The upper floors command unobstructed views of the Atlantic, the Dois Irmãos hills, and on clear days, the hills of Niterói across the bay. The rooftop pool — one of the most photographed in South America — is an elongated heated pool at the summit of the tower with sweeping views over Ipanema Beach and the Lagoa neighbourhood. Access is limited to hotel guests, contributing to the exclusive ambience. Below the pool deck, the pool bar serves cocktails and light fare throughout the day. Dining centres on Gero Rio, a continuation of the celebrated Fasano Group's Italian dining concept, known for handmade pasta, grilled meats, and an extensive wine cellar. The Baretto-Londra bar on the lobby level is one of the most sought-after social spots in Rio, drawing the city's fashion, film, and music communities alongside international visitors. A dedicated spa floor with treatment rooms and a well-equipped gymnasium round out the amenities. The hotel draws a clientele from the fashion, design, and entertainment industries and is known for a discreet, design-forward service culture. The concierge team can arrange private yacht charters, helicopter excursions over Rio, studio visits, and cultural access not typically available through conventional channels. Ipanema's boutiques, galleries, and restaurants are a short walk from the entrance, and Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas is reachable on foot within ten minutes.