inaugurated in 1923, the belmond copacabana palace hotel is rio de janeiro's most famous and classic hotel - the white art-deco palace is located along on the world-famous copacabana beach, overlooking the ocean.

222 rooms, two swimming pools, a tennis court, a fitness center, two bars, among its many amenities - inside, the hotel is lavishly decorated with marble staircases, polished golden elevators and handrails, classic furniture, imported tapestries, and crystal chandeliers.

there are also three fine eateries, including a pan-asian michelin star called mee, a northern italian, and a poolside, international cuisine restaurant.