Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel, Rio de Janeiro
Expert reviews
“Seven rooms in a 19th-century mansion in the hilltop neighborhood of Santa Teresa give Mama Ruisa a more intimate feel than its bigger neighbor, the Santa Teresa Hotel. Mama Ruisa’s draws include eclectic décor, an elegant outdoor breakfast (around 50 reais), a garden pool and views of Guanabara Bay.”
Featured in New York Times’ 36 Hours in Rio de Janeiro.
“This tropical boutique hotel has a palm-lined pool and impressive views, but the colonial splendour of the huge rooms is the real draw. High ceilings, leafy balconies and enormous bathrooms combine to deliver an original hotel in the heart of Santa Teresa, where the rhythm of samba always drifts in the air.”
What guests liked
- Great place
- Boutique style
- Friendly staff
- Free Wifi
- Great location
- Comfortable beds
All you need to know
Located at 132 Rua Santa Cristina in the popular Santa Teresa district of Rio, this luxury hotel offers nothing short of hospitality excellence. The hotel offers luxury and comfort mixed with satisfaction. The hotel provides a great view of Guanabara Bay which it also overlooks. The quiet, elegance and natural landscape of the environment make the Mama Ruisa Hotel the ideal romantic spot for lovers in the city.
The hotel offers boutique-style accommodation options fitted with modern amenities and facilities. The friendly staff of the hotel will ensure that guests get a warm reception the moment they step into Mama Ruisa.
The hotel offers chic and luxury room options such as Deluxe Apartment, Junior Suite and Standard Double Room which are all fitted with modern amenities and facilities.
Some popular landmarks and places of interest are located close to the hotel. The popular Guinle Park is just 1 km away from the hotel while Republic Museum Palacio do Catete is only 900 m away from the hotel.
The iconic Sugarloaf Mountain is about 4 km away from the hotel.
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Location
Recent guest reviews
Paul
3 June 2022
could not have been better!
an absolutely perfect stay!
nothing
Alain
16 May 2022
Wonderful
Very nice place. Rather than a hotel, it is a patrician house one is invited in. Very nice breakfast on the balcony, beautiful drawing room, nice gardens. One could spend weeks here, just browsing the books. Very nice people too.
The street below may sometimes be noisy.
Kat
16 April 2022
very personal service, stylish and lovely stay
old school Rio
Shamsah
4 April 2022
Beautiful design, great staff and relaxing vibe!
Mama Ruisa is located in a lovely area of Rio close to some cool bars and restaurants! The staff were INCREDIBLE (thank you Flavia!) and super helpful. Highly recommend this gem of a hotel to those who want to experience Rio in a more alternative way.
Diederik
26 March 2022
Nothing better than this;-)
Amazing property! The people make the property even better. Thierry is the best!
That we had to leave:-)
Manuela
25 March 2022
A hidden, peaceful paradise
Everything! The decorations, the perfect details, the amazing staff, the food. Everything was perfect!
Lila
24 March 2022
Charming small hotel
Super stylish decoration, big spaces, calm swimming pool and living room to relax, nice views of the city. Super cool hotel for a couple’s romantic escape, combining the charm of an old colonial house with modern touches. quite a special place.
the area isn’t the safest at night so you need to move by cab, but it’s quite cheerful and cool with several nice bars and restaurants so I’d still recommend for two days or so. A pity that breakfast is not included or even a mere tea or complimentary refreshment (there’s a mini bar with Parisian prices)
Pavel
8 March 2022
Great stay in the heart of Santa Tereza. Very cosy and privat place, only 6 or 7 suites.
Fantastic, welcoming and caring staff. Great decoration and design, attention to details. Swimming pool and garden. Fantastic breakfast.
Camilo
27 February 2022
Exceptional
Very nice decoration. Full of classic furniture
Elizabeth
13 February 2022
Haven in Rio
It is perhaps one of my favorite hotels I have ever stayed in, mainly for the very rare personal touches of beauty, in the books, furniture, flowers, art, the breakfast was perfection, the staff delightful. It was an honor to be trusted with all of the collected gorgeousness
Gaurang
22 December 2021
excellent and would stay again
Really enjoyed our stay at Mama Ruisa on a recent visit to Rio. The facilities were amazing including the beautiful hotel in general, the main areas, the swimming pool. Our room was massive with amazing. Imagine waking up to the sound of birds, opening your double doors to expansive views of the bay, eating a delicious continental breakfast on your private terrace. So incredible. Mainly worked with Thierry there, who spoke great English and was so warm, welcoming, and polite. The area is filled to the brim with local character with great food around. Different vibe compared to Ipanema and Copocabana but this was a positive for us as it gave us a different perspective on Rio. Much closer to centro as well.
Nothing - shower didn't have a seal on the door which made the floor a little wet while showering. Also would have them take the shower head out a little because basically had to stand right against the wall to get the full shower water.
Joycelin
26 November 2021
Exceptional
This was one of our favorite hotels we have ever stayed at. The building is a gorgeous old mansion that is beautifully decorated, and with open spacious rooms. The view is absolutely stunning and the service is impeccable. We loved it so much that we booked a return trip on our last day!
Mazza
5 November 2021
excellent
excellent property and very professional staff. exceptional view and nice facilities around. should I come back to Santa Teresa, I will definitely go back to this hotel
maybe an additional light is needed in the room
Salvatore
21 August 2021
Exceptional
Amazing stylish villa! Amazing team! Just a dream…
Aleksei
11 May 2021
Exceptional
Everything was super! The breakfast was amazing.
Agnes
22 March 2024
Beautiful hotel in Santa Teresa with pleasant staff - but not value for money from my perspective
Amazing location, beautiful rooms and views, nice pool. The staff are also really nice and gladly provide great tips on places to go and restaurants.
Drinking water in the room is charged. Hotels typically provide a complimentary bottle. Breakfast is also quite expensive approximately €20 per person for baguette, some jam and butter, coffee, cereal, yogurt, plain eggs, and fresh juice. While it is delicious and organic, I don’t find it to be value for money. I also see that there have been similar online comments from other guests. Location in Santa Teresa is really nice, that said, take note that you are about 30-40 minutes drive away from Copacabana and Ipanema beaches.
Ziad
29 February 2024
Pleasant
It’s an authentic look and the location is good for Rio
We had a situation where bed was full of ants Staff after 8pm was not from reception and did not speak English
Kenneth
28 March 2022
Very good
We were absolutely thrilled with the property and decor, an extraordinary collection of furniture and art. The staff was helpful in suggesting restaurants, shopping and arranging for transport. The hotel is not within walking distance to stores or restaurants but well worth the stay. Breakfast was fresh, healthy and good as were simple salads, assortments of cheese etc. On the downside.. as much as we enjoyed the vibe the bathrooms clearly need renovating which is not to say we would not to stay there again but it's time that the bathrooms matched the facilities.
Anonymous
25 January 2022
perfect stay to relax
location and welcome and room
Neil
17 March 2024
Fabulous
Rufus
11 January 2024
Fabulous
Marlie
21 December 2023
Exceptional
Kyra
30 November 2023
Exceptional
Nina
9 November 2023
Exceptional
Hotel facilities
General
- - Room service
- - Non-smoking rooms
- - Family rooms
- - Safety deposit box
- - Air conditioning
- - Shuttle service (additional charge)
- - Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Food & Drink
- - Bar
- - Wine/champagne (additional charge)
- - Fruits (additional charge)
- - Coffee house on site
Outdoors
- - Garden
- - Terrace
- - Outdoor pool
- - Outdoor pool (all year)
- - Outdoor furniture
Entertainment and family services
- - Babysitting/child services (additional charge)
Cleaning services
- - Laundry (additional charge)
- - Dry cleaning (additional charge)
- - Ironing service (additional charge)
- - Daily housekeeping
Reception services
- - Express check-in/check-out
- - Concierge service
- - Invoice provided
Activities
- - Solarium
- - Massage (additional charge)
- - Spa lounge/relaxation area
Business facilities
- - Fax/photocopying
Pool and wellness
- - Sun loungers or beach chairs
- - Swimming pool
- - Swimming Pool
Miscellaneous
- - CCTV in common areas
- - CCTV outside property
- - Access to health care professionals
- - Face masks for guests available
Flore
27 June 2022
Wonderful hotel