The Golden Tulip Ipanema Plaza Hotel is located less than 100 meters from Impanema beach, seven miles from the center of Rio de Janeiro, and is approximately eight miles from Santos Dumont Airport, and 16 miles from Rio de Janeiro International Airport. Local attractions include Copacabana and Leblon beaches, both located less than one mile from the property.

Hotel amenities include a swimming pool, fitness center, sauna, computer access with Internet access (for a fee), free newspapers, 24-hour room service, business center, security guard, 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, safe deposit boxes, currency exchange, tour assistance, dry cleaning service, and elevators. Dining options include a buffet breakfast, an on-site street-side cafe, and poolside snacks and cocktails.

Guest rooms feature cable TVs, telephones, Internet access (for a fee), room safes, minibars, air conditioning, voicemail, toiletries, hairdryers, electronic door locks, alarm clocks, and work desks. Cribs are available upon request (fee may apply). Rates are based on double occupancy. Charges for extra adults may apply and will be due directly to the hotel.