I research and consult on the niche of travelers with disabilities. Research shows that the US portion of this market spends an average of $13.6 billion US annually (Open Doors Organization, 2002).
January 3 2008: The Luxor Hotel in Galleao Airpot in Rio was a fallback on a night when the owner of the condo I rented at Ipanema turned out not to be available by phone after my flight arrived late.
The drama increased after that - like getting picked up by the tourist police once I finally got settled in the condo and went down to a pay phone on the corner to tell a friend I was back in town.
But you don't want to know about that story. You're reading this to find out what appeal there is to this particular hotel.
Frankly, so am I.
Let's see. It's close to the airport. It doesn't have rugs to slow you down in a wheelchair. It's quiet. There are no air leaks coming in through the windows (because behind the full length curtain is more solid concrete wall!)
It was a safe, clean place to stay in a pinch.
Date of stay: July 2006
Purpose of stay: Leisure (With Partner)
Location. The Luxor Aeroporto Hotel is located on the third floor of Terminal 1 at Rio de Janeiro International Airport in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Multiple shops, restaurants and bars are located within the airport. Hotel Features. Complimentary Brazilian buffet breakfasts are served each morning at this hotel, while the Dirigível steak house specializes in grilled "picanha" steak and a variety of international dishes. Room service is available 24 hours a day. The on site bar promotes its specialty drink, a Brazilian "caipirinha." The 24 hour business center offers computers with Internet access, and multi purpose function space accommodates corporate or social agendas. The hotel's fitness facility offers cardio and weight training equipment. Additional property amenities include concierge services, laundry service and complimentary weekday newspaper delivery.
Guestrooms. The Luxor Aeroporto Hotel offers 63 air conditioned guestrooms with wired high speed or wireless Internet access. All rooms include safe deposit boxes, minibars and satellite television. Bathrooms feature shower/tub combinations and many feature telephones. Décor includes brightly Brazilian patterned fabrics and tile floors.
Expert Tip. The Luxor Aeroporto Hotel offers transportation to downtown Rio de Janeiro, Copacabana Beach and the South District.
January 3 2008: The Luxor Hotel in Galleao Airpot in Rio was a fallback on a night when the owner of the condo I rented at Ipanema turned out not to be available by phone after my flight arrived late.
