Santa Cruz
Rio de Janeiro
Popular places to visit
Copacabana Beach
More than just a stretch of sand, Rio de Janeiro’s most famous beach is where locals and visitors from all over the world come to relax, strut, pose and play.
Christ the Redeemer
This mountain rising out of the city center is most well known as the home of Rio’s iconic skyscraper-sized Jesus statue.
Ipanema Beach
See the place that inspired a famous song about a bikini at this upscale beach.
Maracanã Stadium
To truly appreciate Brazil’s obsession with “the beautiful game,” watch a match or take a guided tour of one of the world’s largest and most historic soccer stadiums.
Sugar Loaf Mountain
Scale this mountain on foot or by cable car to see impressive views of Rio’s beaches, rain forests and its most famous statue.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Santa Cruz Hotel Deals
Lagune Barra Hotel
They were able to keep our bags on our last day so we could spend one last day in town for free
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
Great place to spend your vacation, everything was clean and safe, great restaurants, gym and spa, friendly staff, safe beach and the neighborhood. Planning to return in the near future.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Regency Barra Hotel
Swimming pool is very small. It is across the road from the beach. The rooms are nicely air conditioned. Staff don’t have much of a personality. They are not bad but not great either. Overall reasonably clean. They have a feet sand washer in the front which is nice when you finish the beach before ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Américas Barra Hotel
Amazing staff!
Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026
Windsor Marapendi
perfect location, amazing hotel and staff
Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
SQUARE DESIGN HOTEL
Localização excelente ,café da manhã honesto com muita variedade e estrutura muito boa ! Funcionários da recepção sem comunicação entre eles ! Renovei mais uma diária ,assinei o check in da nova diária e após,três funcionários vieram me incomodar no apartamento em tempos diferentes,informando que ...
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Santa Cruz
Recreio dos Bandeirantes
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Recreio dos Bandeirantes. You might want to make time for a stop at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach or Posto 12.
Jacarepagua
You'll enjoy the live music and parks in Jacarepagua. You might want to make time for a stop at Shopping Metropolitano Barra or Tijuca Lake.
Barra da Tijuca
Boasting stunning beaches, lakes, and rivers, this upper-class neighborhood offers surf competitions, parachuting experiences, and tennis courts. Explore large modern malls, bars, and restaurants, while enjoying easy access to public transportation.
São Conrado
Discover São Conrado, memorable for its beaches. Popular attractions in São Conrado include Sao Conrado Beach and Pedra da Gavea, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at São Conrado Station.
Tijuca
The mountain views and churches are just a few things visitors like about Tijuca. Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around the larger area.
Maracanã
You'll enjoy the museums and historic sites in Maracanã. You might want to make time for a stop at Maracanã Stadium or Júlio Delamare Aquatics Centre.
