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Brazil Hotels and Resorts - Everything in Brazil seems larger than life. It has the world's wildest party, its greatest waterfall, its biggest wetlands, its mightiest river and its largest rain forest (and one of the most unique and diverse cultures on the planet). For travelers, Brazil's sheer size and variety can be overwhelming. Brazil's problems -- poverty, crime, environmental recklessness -- can seem larger than life, too. Although it is one of the industrial powerhouses of South America, Brazil has trouble feeding all its people. And deforestation of the Amazon basin proceeds at an ominous rate. But in fits and starts, the country is taking on some of its seemingly insoluble problems. Most noticeably, improvement is being made in the dangerous crime situation in Rio: A special branch of "tourist police" now keeps tourist sites -- particularly the beaches of Zona Sul -- relatively safe.

We recommend that you try to venture beyond the thousands of miles of beach to explore Brazil's other remarkable attractions: the traditional Afro-Brazilian culture of Salvador, the colonial towns of Ouro Preto, Sao Luis, Parati and Olinda or the wetlands of the Pantanal, one of the best wildlife preserves in South America. Rio might draw you to Brazil the first time, but the country's unexplored corners and breadth of attractions will make you want to go back.

Excelsior Copacabana Hotel Rio de Janeiro Brazil Avenida Atlantica 1800 22021-001 Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Hotel Rating: Reserve Inquire View Rates

The Excelsior Copacabana Hotel is located on the very best area of Copacabana, facing the ocean, at one of the most elegant addresses in Rio de Janeiro. The access to any place in Rio is fast and easy: just 10 minutes to downtown or to the domestic airport; and 20 minutes to the international airport. Near the Hotel you may find several cinemas, theaters, restaurants, shopping malls and night clubs, all surrounded by the exciting glamour of Copacabana.

ACCOMMODATION: Elegance and comfort in every one of its 233 rooms and suites. Central air conditioning, individually controlled; direct dialing through two digital telephone lines; cable TV; radio; minibar; electronic safe. Granite bathrooms, with telephone, hair dryer, magnifying mirror and a complete line of bath amenities, for the comfort you deserve. HOTEL FACILITIES & SERVICES: The top floor has an astonishing view to the beach and the statue of Christ the Redeemer, atop the chain of mounts that surrounds the city. There, you will find the swimming pool, the fitness lounge and the sauna, for your leisure and relax. The bar, with air conditioning and TV, is also an option for your comfort and pleasure. When you come to Rio for business, the Excelsior Copacabana Hotel offers a modern, complete structure and professional services: business center equipped with computers, printers, fax machine, copying machine, digital telephones, Internet access and secretarial assistance. The delicious breakfast, included in the rates, is served in the restaurant or in your room. For your lunch, the Excelsior Copacabana Hotel offers the best Executive Buffet in Rio de Janeiro. International dishes and the exquisit brasilian flavours are served in the Restaurante Excelsior. The impeccable service, delicious cuisine and the beautiful view to the ocean will be great ingredients for unforgettable moments of your stay in Rio.