Anil: A comfortable and convenient stay - 5 guests

WELCOME!

Welcome to Anil, a peaceful and well-located district in Rio’s Southwest Zone. Our accommodation offers comfort, convenience, and easy access to nearby areas such as Freguesia, Taquara, and Barra da Tijuca — perfect for those seeking practicality.

Enjoy a fully equipped space with comfortable bedrooms, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, a complete kitchen, and everything you need for a smooth stay. The area is safe and surrounded by essential services.

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ABOUT ACCESS TO THE SPACE, CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT

CHECK-IN: From 2:00 PM. If there is no guest staying in the accommodation on the same day of your check-in, you may enter earlier, starting at 9:00 AM, at no additional cost. In this case, please inform us of your arrival time in advance so we can ensure everything is ready for you.

All guests must send an ID document up to 72 hours before arrival — your information is protected under the Brazilian General Data Protection Law (LGPD).

Everyone entering the property must be identified — this is for everyone’s safety.

Keys are handed over in person. Important: arrivals after 7:00 PM may incur an additional fee; please notify us beforehand so we can handle it in the best and most cost-efficient way.

CHECK-OUT: Until 12:00 PM. You may stay until 3:00 PM at no extra cost, as long as no new guest is arriving.

If your stay involves keys, simply leave them on the table, disconnect all equipment, dispose of trash properly, and close the door when leaving. If you need to store your luggage, count on us at our base: Rua Constante Ramos, 43A, Copacabana.

Children are welcome, and we have a baby crib available! Events or parties are not allowed in the space. To ensure everyone’s comfort, we kindly ask guests to respect quiet hours and maintain responsible cleanliness in shared areas. Leashes are required in public spaces.

COUNT ON US!

We are a Travel Agency since 2008, and we are here to transform your stay into something memorable — not just a place to sleep, but an experience thought through in every detail.

Our team is ready to receive you in an attentive and efficient manner. We operate every day, from 9am to 7pm. Our Copacabana office is available for any need or luggage delivery.

We have easy communication channels — you can find us when you need us.

If you need or wish for tickets and help with packages, we will be happy to help!

From the moment you book until the moment you hand over the keys, you have access to a team that truly understands what it means to offer hospitality. Being here means being accompanied.

ANIL: HISTORY OF THE DISTRICT

Anil is a district whose identity was shaped over centuries, mirroring the transformation of Rio’s West Zone itself. During the colonial and imperial periods, the area that today corresponds to the district was made up of large plots of land, small farms, and agricultural estates. Among the most common crops was the indigo plant, from which a blue pigment used for fabrics and dyes was extracted. It was precisely this activity that gave rise to the name “Anil,” a direct reference to the dye that once fueled part of the local economy. As in much of Jacarepaguá, life revolved around rural properties, dirt roads, exchanges between neighbors, and a pace that resembled the countryside far more than the expanding capital.

During the first half of the 20th century, Rio's urbanization process began moving toward the West Zone, especially as the city grew and new families sought larger, quieter areas with a more affordable cost of living. At this time, Anil began shifting from an agricultural zone to a transitional residential area: small communities formed, businesses started to appear, and the rural landscape gradually gave way to the first residential developments. Old roads such as Estrada de Jacarepaguá began to take shape as structural axes, connecting the district to other growing regions.

The most significant turning point came in the 1990s with the inauguration of the Linha Amarela expressway. This major corridor brought Anil closer to previously distant regions such as Méier, Del Castilho, Downtown, and the airport, reinforcing its role as a strategically located district. Meanwhile, Barra da Tijuca was becoming a major hub of leisure, shopping, beaches, business, and events — and Anil emerged as one of the most convenient gateways for those who wanted to stay near everything without giving up tranquility. Over the years, schools, supermarkets, restaurants, condominiums, and services grew around the area, modernizing it without erasing its residential charm.

Today, Anil is one of the most harmonious districts in Jacarepaguá. It maintains a strong sense of community, with long-time residents, quiet streets, local shops that know their customers by name, and a peaceful atmosphere that contrasts with the busier surrounding districts. Avenida Tenente Coronel Muniz de Aragão — where many short-term rental properties are located — is one of its main roads. Green, well-structured, and safe, it serves as a central connector that quickly leads visitors to Estrada de Jacarepaguá, Freguesia, Taquara, and Barra da Tijuca.

For those seeking a comfortable stay, the district offers several appealing features. Its proximity to Freguesia provides easy access to excellent gastronomy: award-winning pizzerias, traditional restaurants, refined bars, specialty coffee shops, artisanal bakeries, and live music venues make the area especially pleasant for those who enjoy going out or exploring new flavors. At the same time, Taquara — just minutes away — provides markets, wholesale stores, banks, large shops, and essential services, ideal for guests staying longer and wanting everyday convenience.

Another highlight is the easy access to Barra da Tijuca, one of Rio’s most complete districts. In just a few minutes, visitors can reach its beaches, shopping centers (such as BarraShopping, Village Mall, Rio Design Barra, Downtown), concert halls, gyms, leisure parks, cinemas, and major commercial hubs. For those coming to Rio for events, congresses, shows, or sports competitions, being close to Riocentro, Parque Olímpico, Jeunesse Arena, and Cidade das Artes is a huge advantage.

Additionally, Anil is a great choice for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Jacarepaguá is home to important natural areas and trails within the Pedra Branca State Park. Trails, waterfalls, lookouts, and scenic landscapes are just a short distance away, allowing visitors to experience a greener, calmer side of Rio — very different from the city’s more traditional tourist areas.

Overall, Anil offers a highly balanced experience for anyone looking to rent a seasonal apartment: a place with history, a unique identity, a welcoming atmosphere, well-connected roads, accessible services, and a strategic location. It’s the perfect option for those seeking tranquility without isolation, convenience without stress, and an authentic local experience while staying close to everything that matters — beaches, shopping districts, gastronomy, events, and nature.

TRANSPORTATION

The location at Tenente Coronel Muniz de Aragão Avenue, 1695, offers especially convenient mobility for anyone staying in or moving around the Anil neighborhood. The area sits in a strategic part of Jacarepaguá, surrounded by Freguesia, Barra da Tijuca, and Taquara, which makes getting around simple and quick. For those arriving by car, The Jacarepaguá Road (Estrada de Jacarepaguá) serves as the main route connecting these districts, while the Linha Amarela (Yellow Line) express way provides direct access to Barra, Méier, Del Castilho, Downtown Rio, and even Galeão Airport, allowing fast and uncomplicated travel to different parts of the city.

Buses: The avenue is served by several bus lines that facilitate both local trips and longer routes. The line 2110, for example, connects Gardênia Azul to Castelo, in Downtown, offering direct access to commercial, touristic, and business areas in the heart of Rio. The line 343 also passes through the region and uses stretches of the Linha Amarela, creating an efficient link between Jacarepaguá, Jardim Oceânico, and Candelária — ideal for those needing to reach both Barra and Downtown with ease. The line 550 provides a valuable route between Cidade de Deus and Gávea, acting as a true bridge between the West Zone and the South Zone. For local mobility, lines 829 and 932 are particularly helpful: 829 operates between Gardênia Azul and Freguesia, while 932 connects Tanque to Gardênia Azul, passing through residential and commercial areas of Jacarepaguá and making everyday travel within the region easier.

BRT: Complementing these options, the proximity to BRT stations — such as Bosque da Freguesia and Tanque — expands mobility even further. From these stations, passengers can access the Transcarioca corridor, which integrates with the subway and other express routes. This advantage makes it easy to reach Barra da Tijuca, Recreio, Curicica, Terminal Alvorada, and even Downtown through efficient connections and dynamic travel options, which is especially useful for visitors exploring the city without a car.

Ride Apps: For those seeking comfort or practicality, ride-hailing apps like Uber and 99 work extremely well in the area. Rides usually appear quickly, and trips to places such as Barra da Tijuca, Freguesia, Taquara, as well as nearby shopping malls, beaches, concert venues, and restaurants, are generally short and smooth.

This combination of expressways, structured public transportation, nearby BRT access, and excellent availability of ride-hailing services makes Muniz de Aragão a very convenient location for getting around Rio, balancing Anil’s residential atmosphere with outstanding urban accessibility.