Vila Emil
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.
Ipanema Beach
Join Brazil’s rich and famous for a day at Rio’s most stylish beach.
Christ the Redeemer
Gaze out over panoramic views of Rio from the site of Brazil’s iconic Christ the Redeemer statue.
Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Recreio dos Bandeirantes Beach during your travels in Rio de Janeiro? While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Flamengo Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Flamengo Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rio de Janeiro. Take in the art scene and sunsets in the area.
Avenida Atlantica
Golden sandy beaches, excellent restaurants, walking paths and some of Rio de Janeiro’s most popular neighborhoods surround this bustling seaside avenue.
Things to do
Full-Day Tour to Sugarloaf Mountain, Christ the Redeemer & Selaron Steps
Rio's Full Day: Selarón Steps, Christ & Sugarloaf – Tickets & Lunch Included
Jeep tour 18 beaches, Telegraph Stone hiking & amazing sunset + photographer
Rio: Carnival Backstage Tour at Samba City with Cocktail
Plaza Premium Lounge at Rio Galea ̃o – Tom Jobim International Airport (GIG)
Top hotels in Vila Emil
Regency Barra Hotel
I love this place … I’ll back
Reviewed on 2 Nov, 2025
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro
The room could have been cleaner. The sheets on the bed had blood stains. The sheet was clean but stained.
Reviewed on 16 Nov, 2025
Grand Hyatt Rio De Janeiro
The room was very clean and the staff was phenomenal.
Reviewed on 11 Nov, 2025
Hotel Atlântico Prime
Clean, safe and excellent breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Sept, 2025
Windsor Florida Hotel
Very clean room and friendly staff. Food was good.
Reviewed on 5 Nov, 2025
Sheraton Grand Rio Hotel & Resort
Incredible don’t stay anywhere else in Rio. This is the only hotel with a private beach and pool connected. It was very lovely and safe and secure. Some downsides…You want a room on the left side of the beach or facing just the beach as the other side can be more noisy there is a dog school and they ...
Reviewed on 18 Nov, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Vila Emil
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
If you're spending time in Barra da Tijuca, you might enjoy attractions like Barra Shopping Mall and Village Mall. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's pristine beaches before hopping on the metro at Jardim Oceânico Station to see more of the city.
Tijuca
Tijuca is well liked for its mountain views and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Shopping Tijuca and Tijuca National Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Uruguai / Tijuca Station or Saens Pena Station to get around.
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.
Santa Teresa
Get to know Santa Teresa and its many features like its mountain views and monuments. You might want to explore sights like Selarón Steps and Corcovado, and you can jump on the metro at Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop or Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop to get around the city.
Rio de Janeiro Centro
You might enjoy the museums while in Rio de Janeiro Centro. Municipal Theater is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Tiradentes Tram Stop or Colombo Tram Stop to see more of the city.
