Flat Barrabella

Very nice place to stay in Rio. For business is kind of far from downtown… Rio has a lot of traffic. Staff is polite. Room is clean. Great breakfast. The view is amazing! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Not my first time here, and I will be back again.

I had a decent stay at this hotel. The location was convenient, with a few restaurants nearby and the beach within walking distance. However, it’s a bit far from the main Rio attractions like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain. We used Uber to get around, and each ride typically ranged between 100 to 150 Reais, depending on traffic, time of day, and the type of Uber service you choose. So, it can add up if you're planning to visit several attractions. The hotel itself was okay, but there were a few areas for improvement. The rooms weren’t as clean as I expected, and the bathrooms could use some attention. There was a bit of mold in the cracks of the shower, and the showerhead had quite a bit of buildup. Another downside: when I booked through a third-party website, it clearly stated that breakfast was included, but the hotel informed us that it wasn’t part of our reservation. They didn’t honor it, which was disappointing. The breakfast selection seemed nice, but at 150 Reais per person, it wasn’t worth the extra cost, especially for someone like me who doesn’t eat much in the morning. Just be mindful of the distance to the main attractions and double-check your booking details to avoid any surprises!

⭐☆☆☆☆ Disappointing Experience – Not Recommended for International Travelers I rarely leave negative reviews, but my experience at Hotel Windsor Barra was deeply disappointing on multiple levels: 1. Overcharging for Basic Services: There is no kettle provided in the room. I simply requested hot water to make coffee and was charged 22 BRL for 330 mL. Whether you want to make tea or coffee in your room, you’re forced to purchase hot or bottled water. In a hotel of this price and supposed standard, that’s unacceptable. 2. Laundry Service Confusion: I sent clothes for laundry, and surprisingly, two items were returned to my room unwashed, asking for my authorization because they had coffee stains. This was shocking—if the clothes were already clean, why would I be paying to wash them in the first place? It showed a lack of basic service understanding. 3. Safety Concerns: The surrounding area, especially along the beachfront, felt unsafe for foreign tourists. Strangers frequently approached from the beach trying to sell local trinkets, and some became aggressive or verbally abusive when refused. This made us very uncomfortable walking around. 4. Poor Booking Flexibility: Even before check-in, the problems began. We accidentally booked two extra days and tried to amend the booking through our travel agent. While the agent was willing to help, the hotel outright refused to make any changes or refund, showing no flexibility or care. In summary, what should have been a relaxing beachfront stay turned into a series of unpleasant surprises. I would not recommend Hotel Windsor Barra, especially to international travelers expecting basic hospitality, transparency, and safety.