Located in a favela, a densely populated urban slum on the hills of Rio de Janeiro, Pousada Favelinha is a guesthouse overlooking the Sugarloaf Mountain and offering free WiFi access in guestrooms and public areas.
Boasting simple décor and stunning sea and city views, each guestroom offers a balcony. Private bathroom also comes with a shower. Extras include a safety deposit box, bed linen and a fan.
At Pousada Favelinha, guests can find a 24-hour front desk for assistance, a garden and barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge, a games room and a tour desk.
The hostel is 1.3 km from Complex of Sports of Fluminense Football Club - Soccer Field, 1.5 km from General Consulate of Germany and 2.3 km from Botafogo Beach. Galeao International Airport is 14 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.
“This is an unusual setting for a pousada being within a relatively small favela. The room was large and attractive with a private balcony commanding a stunning view over Rio. Gabriel, the host, was very helpful. He speaks good English and is a...”
Peter
United Kingdom
“The location is something else. The favela felt safer than anywhere else in Rio. The people who live there were so friendly and welcoming. The views from the accommodation were breathtaking and the breakfast was very good. There was plenty of...”
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Theresa
United Kingdom
“Everything, especially the hammock on my balcony, the amazing view and the kindness of the owner. It is a special place to stay in Rio and I felt very safe there.”
Paul
United Kingdom
“Cool place to stay. View from our room was fantastic. Breakfast was good. Would stay again.”
Frederick
Brazil
“Wonderfull fafala tram up tram down it's all free”
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Dan
Netherlands
“More of a one-of-a-kind experience than a mere stay at a pousada: amazing views of Rio and the Sugar Loaf and a chance to "live" in a favela for a few days. Not for the timid and entitled tourist, but a gem for the traveller.”
Lucas
Canada
“I had an amazing time at this hostel for the past week, and am now extending the stay for two more weeks! Néia and her family are so sweet, and the place itself is beautiful, with an incredible view of the city and murals all over the walls. The...”
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Mex
Hong Kong
“>> Breakfast is so so great in this hostel, coz I love fruits. They provides few kinds of fruit per day, and having coffee, toast, milk, cheese, ham... etc. The staffs are so nice, you feel like you are living in local people's house.
>> Sunrise...”
Noddy
United Kingdom
“The view was the best and I've been to 46 country before hear”
Ignas
Lithuania
“The location is great, the house itself is colourful and nice.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
1 restaurant on site
ABCD
Cuisine
Brazilian
Open for
Brunch • Dinner
Ambiance
Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic
Facilities of Pousada Favelinha
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2
Most popular facilities
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Family rooms
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
24-hour front desk
Terrace
Bar
House rules
Pousada Favelinha takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 13:00
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
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Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
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