Leme Othon Palace (Rio de Janeiro, Brazil)

Nestled between lush green mountains and the glittering blue ocean the Leme Othon Palace stands at the quieter northern end of Copacabana Beach just 15 minutes from downtown Rio. Having been entirely refurbished in 2007 this modern hotel offers an ideal location combined with luxurious contemporary surroundings. From the moment you step into the spacious lobby you will sense an air of refinement in the high ceiling and sweeping architectural curves. Arranged over 17 floors many of the 195 rooms and suites enjoy irresistibly inviting views over the white sands of Copacabana Beach and the vast ocean beyond. Business travellers will enjoy the Wi-Fi in the public areas and in-room broadband internet services as well as the hotels business center and modern convention rooms. Additionally the Othon Business Program offers guests the option to stay in specially designed Executive Rooms and enjoy exclusive privileges such as VIP check-in late check-out and an executive lounge offering complimentary breakfast and happy hour cocktails. For those wishing to sample the delights of Copacabana Beach the hotels beach service offers complimentary parasols and towels and a member of staff to watch over your belongings whilst you take a dip in the ocean. Jogging and cycling tracks alongside the beach are a great way to explore the nearby beaches of Ipanema and Leblon or you may prefer to take your exercise in the hotels own fully-equipped gym. Offering an impressive breakfast buffet every morning as well as lunch and dinner later on Restaurant La Fourchette is a great place to enjoy the beautiful sea views whilst sampling typical Brazilian fare and fine international cuisine. A coffee shop and the Lobby Bar offer light meals and drinks throughout the day. Located just 15 minutes drive from the domestic airport Santos Dumont and 25km (35 minutes) from Rios Tom Jobim international airport the hotel offers a free shuttle service to and from both airports. The hotel offers free transfers from the hotel to the airport. This service operates from 07:00 to 17:00 and should be booked in advance. Guests of the Leme Palace Hotel enjoy complimentary access to a fitness club right next door to the hotel. The club offers a fully-equipped gym with both weight-training and cardio-vascular equipment. For those wishing to sample the delights of Copacabana Beach the hotel offers complimentary parasols and towels to hotel guests. Jogging and cycling tracks alongside the beach are a great way to explore the nearby beaches of Ipanema and Leblon. Leme Peak a rocky headland jutting out into the sea offers a delightful walking trail very close to the hotel. The Caminho dos Pescadores meaning Fishermens Walkway is an ideal spot from which to admire Rios beautiful sunsets. Avenida Atlantica where the hotel is located offers many shops of all types and the large shopping malls of Barrashopping Rio Sul and Citta America are all within easy reach of the hotel. Sugar Loaf Mountain is a 15 minute drive from the hotel. The Statue of Christ the Redeemer at Corcovado is a 20 minute drive. If it is nightlife you are after you need not look far. Copacabana comes alive at night with a plethora of vibrant restaurants bars discos and shows. The hotel concierge will be happy to recommend the best places depending on your requirements. 15pct commission to travel agencies to all reservations with check in until 30.Jun/ 2008 12pct commission to travel agencies to all reservations with check in between 01/Jul to 30.Aug/2008 Paytell is not applicable for the over-commission promotion. Hotel will pay TA commission directly NEW YEARS PACKAGE CONDITIONS/ From the period between 25th DEC/2008 to 31st DEC/2008 ? NEW YEARS PACKAGE the hotel requires a valid credit card with valid expired date and authorization to full prepayment with 20 days prior to arrival /CCD policy/ otherwise hotel will not hold the room. In case of Paytell it MUST be advised at the time of booking otherwise the hotel