Luxor Continental Hotel

Frommer's Review

Located in a quiet residential neighborhood just off Copacabana, the Luxor offers outstanding value. Rates seldom top R$288 (US$120) and those who book on the Internet can reserve a room for as little as R$192 (US$80). For that you get services that are worthy of a deluxe hotel: room service and business center, high-speed Internet, large fitness room, and rooftop pool. The rooms themselves are comfortable albeit a tad on the plain side with a double bed or twins (make sure you state your preference when booking), a small table and chairs, and counter. Bathrooms have showers only but come with hair dryers. The Luxor is set 1 block from Leme Beach, which is really the continuation of Copacabana beach. However, Leme is a cul-de-sac so traffic is much lighter than in Copa and with fewer hotels it is also not as touristy. Leme's big advantage is its strategic location; both downtown and Ipanema are only a 15-minute cab ride away and Copacabana is a 10-minute stroll. To make the most of the view, reserve a room on the 16th floor or higher that faces the ocean. Nonsmokers will be happy to know that the entire hotel is nonsmoking.

Facilities:
Restaurant; bar; outdoor pool; health club; sauna; concierge; 24-hr. business center; room service; laundry; nonsmoking hotel; rooms for those w/limited mobility

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.

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