The Promenade Barra First is a 4-star property offering comfortable accommodation and modern facilities in Barra da Tijuca, approximately 34km from Rio de Janeiro city centre. Situated in a quiet and affluent neighbourhood in the western zone of the city, the hotel provides an ideal base from which to explore Rio de Janeiro and its surrounding areas including the Bosque da Barra Natural Park, the Marapendi Ecological Park and the Marapendi Lake. Barra da Tijuca is also known for its sublime beaches and is considered to be the safest of Rio’s neighbourhoods. The modern tower block-style hotel offers a range of facilities designed to meet the needs of all types of traveller. These include a spa and fitness centre with a sauna, an outdoor swimming pool and sun-deck, complimentary high-speed internet access and a beach ferry which provides transport to the nearby beach. Additional facilities include the Ipanema Country Cafe which is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and serves both international and Brazilian cuisine. Standard guestrooms have been decorated in a light and contemporary style and come equipped with all the necessary amenities required for a comfortable and pleasant stay. These include air-conditioning, a flat-screen television with cable channels and high-speed internet access.