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Gaia Hostel

Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro

Gaia Hostel in Rio de Janeiro provides adults-only accommodation with a shared lounge, a bar and barbecue facilities.

H
Hongying
From
China
Before coming to Rio, I was a bit worried about safety, but this hostel completely put my mind at ease. It has its own secure entrance, which made me feel very safe. The metro station is just a few minutes’ walk, making transportation super convenient. There are several supermarkets nearby, which is very handy, and the beach is only about a 20-minute walk away—perfect for a stroll or relaxing. I really enjoyed staying here and would definitely choose this hostel again next time I visit Rio!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,091 reviews
Price from
US$54.23
1 night, 2 adults

Aquarela do Leme

Leme, Rio de Janeiro

Aquarela do Leme has a fitness centre, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Rio de Janeiro.

A
Aino
From
Finland
I liked everything about this hostel. It was my first ever hostel experience and it was pure perfection. I was a bit skeptical at first but this place turned my opinion around 360! Staff was super helpful and friendly, gave so many good travelling tips. I met so many traveller's from around the world and the atmosphere was just so chill and nice. Breakfast was delicious.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews
Price from
US$88.77
1 night, 2 adults

Bamboo Rio Hostel

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

This lively hostel in Rio de Janeiro has a great location 300 metres from famous Copacabana Beach. It offers fun in its bamboo spa, pool bar and outdoor mountain lounge.

U
Ulrich Kopper
From
Netherlands
The vibe was good great welcome. Felt at home
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,627 reviews
Price from
US$81.84
1 night, 2 adults

Castelo dos Tucanos Host

Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

Castelo dos Tucanos Host features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Rio de Janeiro.

M
Mikayla
From
Australia
Such an incredible place to stay! The house itself was beautiful and very well kept. The private room that we booked was away from the main part of the house which was great for a couple like us that wanted our own space at the end of the day. Everyone was so friendly and made us feel really welcome. The included breakfast was very generous. Definitely recommend!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 707 reviews
Price from
US$113.18
1 night, 2 adults

Casa das Luzes Hostel IVN

Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

Casa das Luzes Hostel IVN features a garden, a shared lounge and a sun terrace with swimming pool and buffet breakfast in Rio de Janeiro.

I
Irene
From
United Kingdom
The team was so hospitable, helpful and friendly. Breakfast was lovely, comfortable beds, very clean and the views from the property was stunning.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 206 reviews
Price from
US$75.45
1 night, 2 adults

Cocos Hostel Rio

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Cocos Hostel Rio has a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting family rooms, this property also provides guests with a sun terrace.

S
Shannnon
From
Colombia
The location and style of the place were great, as well as the helpful, friendly staff. The kitchen looks really well stocked, although I didn't use it. It's a small hostel (with nice family vibes), it feels cosy and comfortable and was very clean. It was quiet when I was there but it only just opened and was a great base for exploring Rio.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 8 reviews
Price from
US$98.47
1 night, 2 adults

Colinna Hostel

Rio de Janeiro

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 3.3 km from Maracanã Stadium, Colinna Hostel features accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews
Price from
US$42.15
1 night, 2 adults

Palace Beach Hostel

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Conveniently situated in the Zona Sul district of Rio de Janeiro, Palace Beach Hostel is located less than 1 km from Copacabana Beach, 4 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and 6.4 km from Rio de Janeiro...

M
Michel Sokolov
From
Canada
The staff is amazing. Thank you, Jorge! Great location.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
Price from
US$98.04
1 night, 2 adults

Villa 25

Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro

Boasting a swimming pool, Villa 25 Hostel & Suites is located in Rio de Janeiro, 1 km from Flamengo Beach, where guests can stroll with an amazing view to the Sugarloaf Mountain.

K
Kwok
From
Indonesia
Rio de Janeiro exceeded all expectations! My stay was exceptional, with breathtaking views, top-notch service, and a vibrant atmosphere. This experience was unforgettable, and I can't wait to return to this paradise.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,868 reviews
Price from
US$71.68
1 night, 2 adults

Ipanema Club Hostel

Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro

Situated in Rio de Janeiro and with Ipanema Beach reachable within 300 metres, Ipanema Club Hostel features express check-in and check-out, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and barbecue...

Y
Yasmin
From
UK Virgin Islands
What an amazing location right behind Ipanema beach, right next to great restaurants. The whole area was vibrant and felt safe. The staff were great and the breakfast was a really good deal. Great watermelon and bananas.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,572 reviews
Price from
US$98.09
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travellers know that there is no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a bit more.

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No credit card needed to book these hostels in Rio de Janeiro and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Located within 1.4 km of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 2.7 km of Modern Art Museum, Vitrine Estadia provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.3
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 360 reviews

Attractively located in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, Hospedagem Ledo is located 1.5 km from Escadaria Selarón, 1.7 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 2 km from Modern Art Museum.

From US$27.16 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 334 reviews

Set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.1 km from Flamengo Beach, Hospedagem Cinelândia AP 617 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

From US$16.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.4
Good - What previous guests thought, 72 reviews

Set within 2.1 km of Flamengo Beach and 200 metres of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, Hospedagem Cinelândia offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

From US$16.98 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 1,064 reviews

Set in Rio de Janeiro, 1.3 km from Escadaria Selarón, Hostel by Hotel Galicia offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

Lapa Casa

Centro, Rio de Janeiro
No credit card needed
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 19 reviews

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 2.3 km from Flamengo Beach, Lapa Casa features air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 608 reviews

Set in Rio de Janeiro, Mambembe Hostel has a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property. Boasting a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a barbecue.

From US$49.91 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.9
Passable - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

Conveniently set in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, SapucAli Hostel Privativo is located 2.4 km from Escadaria Selarón, 2.8 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 3.1 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio...

From US$198.63 per night

Great access to the city centre. Check these hostels in Rio de Janeiro and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

Conveniently located in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Mariazi Hostel is set 1.8 km from Modern Art Museum, 3.9 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 5.7 km from AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium.

From US$66.02 per night

Tribo Rio

Rio de Janeiro
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.5
Passable - What previous guests thought, 2 reviews

Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Botafogo Beach reachable within 500 metres, Tribo Rio provides free bikes, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

From US$1,037.49 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 109 reviews

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 2.2 km from Maracanã Stadium, Hostel Casinha Tropical features accommodation with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

From US$31.69 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
Good - What previous guests thought, 575 reviews

Ideally located 1 km from the Sugar Loaf Mountain and Copacabana Beach, ECO Praia de Botafogo offers free Wi-Fi throughout and air-conditioned rooms.

From US$75.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.7
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 663 reviews

Located in Rio de Janeiro, Hostel Da Bruna - Botafogo features a garden, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

From US$49.05 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 615 reviews

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Hostel Maresias do Leme has a shared lounge, terrace, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.6
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 458 reviews

Le House Hostel offers basic accommodation in Rio de Janeiro and free WiFi in all areas. Copacabana Beach is a 10-minute walk from the hostel.

From US$48.10 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 474 reviews

Located next to a National Park and just 2 blocks from Copacabana Beach, the colourful CabanaCopa Hostel features a bar with tropical patio. WiFi is free.

From US$144.56 per night

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MEC Office Hostel

Centro, Niterói
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
Good - What previous guests thought, 124 reviews

Attractively set in Niterói, MEC Office Hostel features air-conditioned rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

From US$48.03 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 58 reviews

Ideally set in the Zona Sul district of Rio de Janeiro, Hostel em Copa is situated 3.7 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake, 5.5 km from Sugarloaf Mountain and 6.4 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens.

From US$141.48 per night

Hostel Espaço Grajaú

Rio de Janeiro
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

Boasting a garden and a shared lounge, Hostel Espaço Grajaú is situated in Rio de Janeiro, 4.4 km from Maracanã Stadium and 9.3 km from Escadaria Selarón.

From US$41.50 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 123 reviews

Boasting a terrace, massage services and views of sea, Hostel Yes Brasil is situated in Rio de Janeiro, less than 1 km from Ipanema Beach.

From US$132.04 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 538 reviews

Featuring a pool set on a terrace with panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, Rio Forest is 500 metres from Lapa district. It also offers a communal kitchen, daily breakfast and free WiFi.

From US$145.25 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 243 reviews

Hostel Sunrise has an outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in Rio de Janeiro.

From US$184.39 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 91 reviews

Located within 2.1 km of Flamengo Beach and 500 metres of Escadaria Selarón, Santo Mirante Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 59 reviews

Set in Rio de Janeiro, Chez Zany Boutique Hostel - Santa Teresa features a garden, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

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Avg. price/night: US$156.34
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,525 reviews
The location is perfect and in a safe area, so it‘s a good place to explore Rio. The hostel has a bar, where you can hang out, meet new people and have some drinks, between 20:00 - 20:30 there‘s free caipirinhas all you can drink, in combination with party vibes, so it‘s good pre-gaming. Staff is super helpful, Tai is an angel, you can always ask for recommendations. Also, everyday they organize events that one can join.
Guest review by
Emil
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$90.54
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 977 reviews
Best hostel for meeting people
Guest review by
Wanessa
Solo traveller
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 842 reviews
Great location in Botafogo, close to metro line and felt safe as a solo traveler. Cute breakfast with fresh cakes every day, nice outdoor area. The 2 cats of the hostel are very nice and social! The WiFi worked very well. The kitchen is great, clean and very organised, it was probably my favourite part!
Guest review by
Lucie
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$166.44
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,287 reviews
Beautiful hostel, very clean. Terrasse on rooftop. Very social vibes. Well organised. In a safe area of rio and next to copacabana. One of the best hostels I have stayed in! I had an emergency situation that made me change my booking and the owner Thibeau was very comprehensive and helped me a lot to sort everything out. Thank you so much! I wish I could have stayed longer
Guest review by
Louis
Solo traveller
Avg. price/night: US$116.17
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,627 reviews
Great location, 10-15 min walk from Copacabana beach and near to cafes, supermarket and shops. Hostel is on a quiet street and felt safe to walk around area.
Guest review by
Gemma
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$95.73
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,018 reviews
It is important to put the whole review in the context of the New Year's party. The whole copacabana is exorbitantly expensive, so the prices for the two-bed rooms here were at a level where you can sometimes go to a 5* hotel in europe. Accordingly, it was disappointing to sleep on plasticised beds and plasticised pillows. All in all, however, it is a very nice hostel, in a great location, safe and with lots of activities.
Guest review by
Gabriel
Young couple
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