Originally Posted by
MSPeconomist
IIRC Sheraton Rio is closed due to flood damage.
JW is a good location, although it's a high crime area.
The new Grand Hyatt is wonderful, but it's out in Barra. It would probably be a bit more expensive than the JW, but not a lot.
Grand Hyatt is actually cheaper for my dates, but i'm looking to rack up some Bonvoy nights while in Rio.