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About this property

Located in the quiet Santa Teresa district and overlooking the Guanabara Bay, the Maison Mama Ruisa offers elegance and tranquility in a perfect setting for a romantic stay. The boutique hotel has seven air-conditioned rooms, all of them overlooking the bay and the Sugar Loaf. You can also admire the coast while savoring a rich breakfast on the terrace or having lunch by the outdoor pool. The attentive staff is another highlight of Mama Ruisa. As a guest of this hotel, you can also access the internet for free and get a massage at an additional cost.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental, Gluten-free

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.

Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Eric
    Spain Spain
    Superb property. Quiet. Efficient and friendly staff.
  • Anna
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff and the cat Colette were great. Thank you for our stay
  • Aleksanderrenata
    Poland Poland
    If you are tired of Copacabana full of tourists and want to truly relax from the hustle and bustle of the city, this place will be the perfect choice. Hotel Mama Ruisa is a beautiful renovated villa in the charming Santa Teresa district. With only...
  • Aleksanderrenata
    Poland Poland
    If you are tired of Copacabana full of tourists and want to truly relax from the hustle and bustle of the city, this place will be the perfect choice. Hotel Mama Ruisa is a beautiful renovated villa in the charming Santa Teresa district. With only...
  • Ramses
    France France
    Incredible place to stay in Santa Teresa. Amazing staff, the rooms were beautifully made with fresh Flowers. Love every minute about my stay and already booked again. Santa Teresa is a wonderful neighbourhood, with art and music everywhere.
  • Toby
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The hotel is in an elegant historic town house situated in the most beautiful area of Rio and with far reaching views of the city. The interiors of the hotel are extremely stylish and considered, combining mid-century design and antiques, giving...
  • Lucy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    I had the most magical stay at Mama Ruisa. I was traveling on my own and immediately felt at home. Jean-Michel, Daniel and all the staff were so warm and friendly, gave excellent tips and went above and beyond to look after me. The room was...
  • Agnes
    Germany Germany
    Amazing location, beautiful rooms and views, nice pool. The staff are also really nice and gladly provide great tips on places to go and restaurants.
  • Sandra
    Sweden Sweden
    Everything; the atmosphere, the service, the personal, the art etc etc.
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    We really enjoyed spending time wat Mama Ruisa, their staff and team are so kind and wonderful. Service is unmatched!

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • Mama Bistrô
    • Cuisine
      Brazilian • Local
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

Maison Mama Ruisa takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 1 year are welcome.

Children 13 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

1 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
R$ 800 per child, per night
4+ years
Extra bed upon request
R$ 800 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroDiscoverHipercardElo CreditcardCash

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property can also offer, at a surcharge, a special gluten free breakfast and a kids menu. Guests can contact the property directly for more information.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Maison Mama Ruisa in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary and other relevant information, during dates where such guidelines exist.

Guests need to meet one or more requirements to stay in this property: proof of full Coronavirus (Covid-19) vaccination, a recent valid negative Coronavirus PCR test, or recent proof of Coronavirus recovery.