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Rio Dolphin Inn

Rua Bulhoes de Carvalho 480, Casa 6 | Copacabana-Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22081-000, Brazil
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    4.5 of 5 stars
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Cork, Ireland
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

We stayed in rio dolphin inn for carnival. We are backpacking around south america for 5 months and planned to be in rio for carnival. After a lot of research before we left, I booked rio dolphin inn. Was it the right choice? Most definitely yes! The inn is located in a very secure street with gated access. We felt... More

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JohnMaier, Owner at Rio Dolphin Inn, responded to this review
22 March 2013

We just want to thank everybody who takes the time to comment on the Rio Dolphin Inn, and to let all our friends and guests know that our beloved Dalmation Genki, who was mentioned in several reviews, is now in doggy heaven frolicking with his friends and family. More

Geneva, Switzerland
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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

My comment comes a bit late, but since we got back in January I was too busy to find the right words to describe the Rio Dolphin Inn ambiance. We did expect quite a lot from the Rio Dolphin Inn given all the good reviews found on TripAdvisor. So if you expect a lot you can also be disappointed, but... More

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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2013

The reviews sited previously are quite misleading. Travelers beware. Prior positive reviews appear contrived. Positives: The location of this place was convenient, and safety was no concern. Downside: The room was subpar and the bathroom tiny. The bathroom attached to our room was small, and open to the outdoors. The only thing separating the bathroom from outside was a rudementary... More

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JohnMaier, Owner at Rio Dolphin Inn, responded to this review
25 February 2013

Aloha friends, Wow, how do you respond to something like that? This  was only  our second three-star review  out of nearly 100 so we take it quite seriously. Normally  we do not reply to reviews because we think  everybody is entitled to their opinion but in this case the reviewer made such outlandish and spiteful remarks  we feel we  have to... More

New York City, New York
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2012

No better place to stay if you are looking for a great location and an inkeep who has a wealth of knowledge. John could not have treated us any better if we were his friends. Rio Dolphin Inn is a place I have recommended to friends of my own. My husband and I would definitely stay there again.

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Brisbane, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 December 2012

My wife and I stayed at the Rio Dolphin Inn for 6 nights, and found it to be a nice little B&B in a perfect location. If you walk out onto the sidewalk and look left, you can see Copacabana beach a few blocks away. If you look right, you can see Ipanema. The only problem is, which way to... More

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Singapore
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6 hotel reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

I stayed at the Rio Dolphin in early Oct. I picked it mainly because of its central location & its proximity to both the Ipanema & Copacabana beaches. Yes the price was higher than other pousadas but I didn’t mind because safety was important to me. I was a lady travelling by myself you see. When I arrived at the... More

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
2 reviews
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2012

Big thank you to John for making myself and my friend feel so welcome in his gorgeous home. There were so many lovely touches to make you feel welcome, and is home is bursting with character. John sorted us out with transfers to and from the airport, recommendations of where to go, how to get there, where to eat and... More

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Ellesmere Port
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 November 2012

This truly a 5* Guest House. John is getting high praise here on here and it has to be said - rightly so. The house is in a safe and ideal location, the rooms are great, its always clean and John encourages guests to make themselves at home. My partner and I used the kitchen to make breakfast and the... More

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England
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31 reviews 31 reviews
18 hotel reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 November 2012

We came here based on the recommendations from Trip Advisor & we were very pleased. John was welcoming, friendly & so kind. On arrival he gave us a little orientation which was appreciated as we were a little apprehensive (given it's Rio) and it was dark when we arrived! He recommended great places for food too. The house itself is... More

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Phuket
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 October 2012

Big thank you to John for making are stay at the Dolphin Inn such a great experience. After missing are flight to Brazil due to delays we arrived a day late after 40 hours in transit. John gave us all the info required to see everything we needed in Rio in 3 days. The Rio Dolphin is a cool little... More

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Also Known As:
Rio Dolphin Hotel
Rio Dolphin Hotel Rio De Janeiro
Rio Dolphin Inn Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Address: Rua Bulhoes de Carvalho 480, Casa 6 | Copacabana-Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22081-000, Brazil
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Region: Brazil > State of Rio de Janeiro > Rio de Janeiro
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free High-Speed Internet Kitchenette Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #4 of 180 Speciality lodging in Rio de Janeiro
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
The Rio Dolphin Inn is a small and quality guest house in Rio's prime location: between Copacabana and Ipanema beaches. We are surrounded by the city's best restaurants, shops and attractions and the new Ipanema subway, just a block away. We offer you the hospitality and warmth of a cozy home with the comforts of a nice hotel, such as AC, fans, Wifi, cable TV, quality beds and pillows. You can find cheaper places to stay, and you can certainly find more expensive places to stay, but we honestly don't think you will find a better place to fulfill your Rio dreams.Note that in January of 2014, the Rio Dolphin Inn, one of Rio's highest ranking BnBs, will begin long term rentals of five month periods.  Nestled  in a quaint and tranquil vila a few blocks from both Ipanema and Copacabana beaches, the Rio Dolphin Inn is rated 5 stars by Trip Advisor and last year was awarded a Winner's Certificate. It is currently ranked #2 out of 176 "specialty lodges."  The Rio Dolphin Inn offers a unique living experience in an incredible environment.  We only have two rooms, the Little Prince Room and the Dolphin  Room,  which we will begin leasing out for 5-month  rentals from  Jan. 5-June 5 and July 20-Dec. 20.   ... more   less 

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