As Rio gears up for the sporting spectacle of the Olympics, here is a hotel unique for its memorable character and charming luxury

Opened in March 2016, the new Hotel Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro MGallery by Sofitel is the brand’s first address in Brazil, and its second address in South America (the first being the Brick Hotel Buenos Aires MGallery Collection in 2013). Located near extraordinary attractions such as the statue Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Copacabana beach and the Ipanema coast, Hotel Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro MGallery by Sofitel is conveniently located to explore the city and the neighbourhood.

The brand’s first address in Brazil in the heart of the trendy bohemian district of Rio de Janeiro.

The trendy, bohemian Santa Teresa district has contributed a lot to the marvellous city’s artistic and musical heritage. It is perched on a hill overlooking the metropolis, and packed with breathtaking vistas, walls clad in graffiti bursting with colours, intact Art Deco buildings, mosaic-bedecked parks and countless other attractions.

Bohemian-chic is all about enjoying a slow-paced and roving life, and most importantly keeping an open mind and enthusiastically embracing new experiences. The brand new Hotel Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro MGallery by Sofitel does just that. This atmosphere, which Cariocas cherish, steeps every detail in this amazing hotel where Brazilian artists and designers added the final touches. The lighting, colour contrasts and warm natural materials intertwine into cozy moods. Everything about this place is exotic and soothing – starting with the super-king-size beds in the 43 rooms, spa, swimming pool with a panoramic view, and jacuzzi.