The Mercure Rio de Janeiro Ipanema is less than 500 m from Ipanema and Copacabana beaches. Walk for 8 minutes to see the statue of Carlos Drummond or in the opposite direction for the statue of Tom Jobim. To enjoy a beautiful view of Rio de Janeiro, walk for 10min to Pedra do Arpoador. Visit also the centenary Forte de Copacabana, one of the most visited Carioca sights, 14min from the hotel.