I went to Rio to attend some events in the city and spent three nights in this hotel, with my mother. Located in a great, quiet neighborhood (Leblon), this hotel is an excellent choice in a less touristy area. I'd been to Rio before, so I'm familiar with the constant problems and worries one has in terms of safety. However,... more

I satayed for six days with my wife and our two year son. It's a small hotel with new and well equipped rooms (something rare in Rio's hotels). Our room had a small kitchen with sink, mini-fridge and microwave, ideal if you travel with small children. Very good breakfast, with varied and fresh products (juices, fruits, breads). Great room service,... more

The Promenade Palladium is the best value in Rio by far. It is located in the upscale Leblon neighborhood next to world-famous Ipanema Beach. It is a very clean, modern apartment type hotel with full maid service. The rooms are larger than the city's most upscale hotel in nearby Ipanema and much quieter. They include a refrigerator, microwave and even... more

Overall this was a decent place to stay. The hotel was fine and of an average but good standard. Its location was the main plus point as it's very near to the beach and it is walking distance to many lovely restaurants. It's close to Ipanema too. The swimming pool isn't great, but that's fine as the beach is close... more

Just left after staying here 9 nights and my only fault with the place is that the rooms don´t have baths...and that´s being pretty pedantic! I´ll wager that Leblon (the hotel´s location) is SAFER than the town/city that you come from (anywhere in Europe/USA). It´s a pleasant tree-lined suburban street just minutes from the beach, which means you don´t have... more

I agree with other reviewers that the Palladium is in the best neighborhood in Rio. We were worried about crime but never felt unsafe in Leblon. All of the best shopping and dining seems to be there, so there is never really a reason to leave. Palladium is on a nice side street away from the loud front street, and... more

I agree completely with the review of DioPortoAlegre. My family and I stayed here for 6 days during the first week of June. Unlike DioPortoAlegre though, I had to pay close to double the "cultural price" since I'm a foreigner. I wish to highlight other remarkable things about this hotel like complimentary strong Brazilian Coffee near the lifts, 24 hour... more

Promenade Palladium is a nice hotel in Leblon, Rio's best neighbourhood. PROS - well maintained and furnished, large rooms (some with kitchen and living room) with balcony, comfortable bed, delicious breakfast and best location in Rio for those who want to enjoy shops, theatre, cultural scene, nice restaurants and bars and beach in a high level safe area, a walk... more

There seems to be a misconception in America that Rio is a very dangerous city. Well, if it is, we didn't see it. Actually never felt the slightest threat. Spent most of our time in Leblon, but went out at night in Ipanema, Santa Teresa and Lapa, as well. Can't speak for Copacabana as we had no interest in what... more