Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro sits in Barra da Tijuca between the beach and Marapendi Lagoon, giving the resort a more open and natural setting than many city hotels. Rooms and suites look towards the ocean, lagoon or gardens, while the pool, spa, beach access and restaurants create a relaxed base for the western side of Rio. The design is contemporary and spacious, with the surrounding water, sand and reserve giving the property its strongest sense of place.