JANEIRO Hotel, Rio
Brazilian Cool, Bottled
Style with Soul
Some hotels don’t just reflect a destination — they redefine it. In Rio’s sun-soaked Leblon, where the waves whisper style and the golden hour seems to last forever, JANEIRO is Oskar Metsavaht’s love letter to modern Brazil. The founder of Osklen, known for distilling the very spirit of Ipanema into fashion, now invites you into his world of laid-back elegance and deep, sustainable beauty. Housed in a striking modernist building, JANEIRO’s horizontal lines and travertine marble façade flirt with the ever-changing Rio light. Inside, the architectural rigor is softened with warm freijó wood, raffia textures, and a palette that nods to nature without ever losing its edge. Paintings by Oskar’s sister, Ana, line the walls, personalizing spaces with bursts of artistic warmth. Each of the 53 ocean-view rooms is a quiet homage to Brazilian modernism — pared-down, poetic, and impeccably crafted, with the kind of detail that makes you want to linger: floor-to-ceiling glass, unfussy linens, and a rhythm that syncs with the tides.
Rio, Through Oskar’s Eyes
This isn’t just a place to sleep — it’s a curated Rio state of mind. The ground-floor restaurant pairs crudo and grilled palm heart with design books and natural wine, creating a dining space that’s part beachside bistro, part concept gallery. Everything is considered, right down to the ceramic plates and organic textures — an embodiment of Metsavaht’s eco-luxury philosophy. Upstairs, the rooftop pool is less about laps, more about languor. This is where you sip basil mojitos, watch the sun dip behind the Dois Irmãos peaks, and join in the local sunset applause — a daily Leblon ritual.
DNA Hotels Verdict
JANEIRO is more than a boutique hotel — it’s a vision of contemporary Brazil, lived out through architecture, design, and a devotion to natural elegance. Every detail whispers intention, every corner breathes style. If Rio de Janeiro had a hotel wardrobe, this would be the hero piece — classic, modern, and forever cool.
