The Hotel Paysandu is a tourist-class hotel located five minutes from downtown and Copacabana, just five kilometers from the Santos Dumont Airport (domestic flights). The hotel sits adjacent to the Parque do Flamengo, and it is convenient to Flamengo Beach and the Republic Museum. This is one of the most traditional hotels in Rio. Guests will enjoy warm and friendly at very modest rates. The Hotel Paysandu has been often mentioned in both American and European tourist guide books. The hotel is well established and in has accommodated some of the nation's celebrities throughout its history. There is even a good restaurant onsite, but there are other dining choices nearby. The guest rooms are modestly appointed, but functional. These rooms are air-conditioned, and they feature a simple décor. For the guests' convenience, they do come equipped with a small refrigerator, cable TV and a personal safe. The Hotel Paysandu is convenient to fine dining, shopping and entertainment venues.