a luxurious and french chain hotel located near arpoador  is sofitel rio de janeiro copacabana, with an astounding picturesque view of all of copcabana and leme beach with the emblematic peak of sugarloaf mountain on the background - located directly in front of the beach, diagonal to the copacabana fort, and near a variety of restaurants and shops.

amongst some of the most affordable options for visitors on a budget, or for those who prefer a shared environment, there is a wide range of hostels and pousadas to choose from, typically located further in the neighborhood - one particularly close to the beach, just a block away actually, is copa hostel.