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Reviews of Tupiniquim Hostel Rio de Janeiro

Rua Paulo Barreto, 79 - Botafogo, Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, CEP 22280-010, Brazil

#142 of 380 hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 48 hostel reviews

8.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.0

  • Comfort

    7.9

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.0

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.6

  • Free WiFi

    8.9

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  • Reviewed: 22 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 16 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hostel might need some renovation, at least the shower drain didn't work properly and cleaning could be bit better.

    It's a really nice hostel the rooftop from which you can see the Christ statue. The location of the hostel is really good to connect to Copacabana/Ipanema but also the center. Outstanding is the lovely staff helping with anything you might need and always open for a chat ❤️ Great hostel for that price!

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2024

    8.0
    Beautiful cristo redentor view
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    Good location, well connected to main points in rio. The staff were friendly and helpful, with an amazing view of Cristo redentor from the terrace garden

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 March 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The staff was amazing!

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 March 2023

    8.0
    Nice hostel in a handy location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rules are a bit over the top. We really didn't appreciate only being able to rent towels for 4 days at a time and not for our full stay, or just having them included in the rate like is typical with other hostels. We weren't allowed bring in our own alcohol, because the hostel has a bar, when in reality the bar was a fridge with beer in it. The breakfast is very expensive for the limited amount of food you get. Accommodation is also very expensive for what you get but that's Carnaval I guess. The rooms had lots of bugs, and our private bathroom had a bad smell.

    The staff were super helpful, especially for helping with Carnaval. The location was perfect, very close to the metro and every shop you could need. The roof terrace with view of Christ the Redeemer was cool. The bedrooms with TVs with all streaming services was really nice.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 January 2023

    8.0
    good hostel in botafogo, with metro links to all the best spots
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    the dorm room was pretty small and at times there weren’t enough toilets

    the roof and view of Christmas redeemer was amazing. staff were pretty helpful, especially lucas

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 January 2023

    7.0
    Safe and fun
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Big brother is watching. This hostel is very big on the rules and they have about 20 cameras covering the common areas. They will not let you bring friends back to the Hostel unless they can provide a passport and covid vaccination record. No one from outside is allowed in your room, no exceptions, even if you have a room all to yourself. I guess these are all positive things if your primary concern is safety!

    Friendly staff, Good AC, Good wifi, my room had a nice TV with every streaming service. This was a nice touch for when I needed some downtime. I met the best people here. Breakfast is a great value. The bar is simple and fun, my kind of bar.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 November 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bunk Bed in Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    i saw nobody cleaning the room and the bathroom

    there are a restaurant/bar in the facility, in a very good location

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 October 2022

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Organização , local

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 14 August 2022

    8.0
    Friendly atmosphere and good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It could have been a bit cleaner, especially the common areas. The curtains didn’t block out the light so we didn’t sleep too well.

    Great location with a lovely rooftop bar with a view of the Christ the Redeemer statue. Staff were helpful and there was a great atmosphere.

    Stayed in August 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 March 2022

    8.0
    Nice vibe, place, people and staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    all good

    the private room was spacious, clean and comfortable. the staff is very welcoming and helpful the whole place is very nice, with a bar, games, tv room and big terrace on the rooftop floor lovely

    Stayed in March 2022

  • Reviewed: 26 February 2024

    10
    Good value for money, best kind of travelers and perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights

    This has been the nicest hostel i stayed on my Southern American trip. Location is perfect, Botafogo has it all. Metrostation is nearby, fantastic restaurants, local beach. It takes just 10-15 min to reach Copacabana or Ipanema by Metro. Also the centro is easily reachable by metro. The prices around that area are reasonable and had no concerns about safety. The rooftop area is just the perfect place for relaxing after a long day, enjoying some drinks, socializing and admiring the statue of the Christ. The property has everything to help you and the staff is just fantastic - just ask and they'll find the solution. Also the breakfast option - it was really delicious and affordable.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 February 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    It wasn‘t clean, especially the kitchen was not in a good state; I understand that prices soar everywhere during carnival, but this definitely wasn’t worth the money I paid (too expensive for what it was). Guests can‘t access their food in the fridge on their own, only if and when the staff get it for them (so also limited to certain times). I felt unjustly accused of some things in a conversation asking for help from the owner one time and received some snarky comments/gaslighting (accused of racism because I asked to switch rooms when I was uncomfortable by other guests behavior) but then another other time he was lovely to me and helped when a situation arose and he was nice also when I checked out. Not sure what to think. Unfortunately that one conversation over WhatsApp really put a damper on everything… Personally, I would prefer to stay in another neighborhood next time, too.

    The staff (eg in the kitchen Ellie and another lovely woman whose name I can‘t recall) and the receptionists were all lovely to me. The view from the Terrace is amazing (Cristo), both at day and night. I was able to switch rooms once and felt happier in my new room. You can get good breakfasts here for an extra 18 reais.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2024

    1.0
    Very poor
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The personal is not that kind … unfortunately the hostel is really clean. And you need to ask the permission to access the fridge all the time. You are not allowed to touch it … It’s way to much expensive for what it is …

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 November 2023

    10
    Super affordable stay in Botafogo
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I spent almost a week in Tupiniquim hostel and had a blast there. Even if it's not a 5 star hostel, the kindness of the staff, the good time spent with the other guests, the location and the price makes it a super good choice for a stay in Rio ! Thank you !

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2023

    4.0
    Disappointing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Shared Bathroom
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The vibe of the whole place is very fussy - loads of complicated rules and everything feels like it’s harder than it needs to be - I received many messages written in a weird snarky tone, you have to send a text to eat breakfast, the showers need you to keep pressing a button so that the water stays on. Nothing about the place felt relaxing. Also in my room the tap in the bathroom didn’t work. The place isn’t terrible, I just found the general vibe exhausting

    Good location and decent breakfast, close to a really cute neighbourhood. Nice terrace overlooking the cristo redentor

    Stayed in May 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 March 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I loved this place. The staff is nice. Clean!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 February 2023

    10
    Great hostel
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great location (very safe at night), very good AC in the room (perfect temperature and no sound), and very nice staff.

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to unlike.

    Staffs - everybody working in this hostel is so kind, good, sociable and very associated. Hostel - so much comfortable, clean, full fill with a nice kitchen and with a marvelous teras view, even I was feeling like my home. Location - center, nice, secure and very near to attraction areas which found in Rio just by walking.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2022

    10
    Brilliant location, hosts and hostel - it has something for everyone.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 5 nights

    On Saturday's there is a local street market, which is amazing, but unfortunately they start erecting the stalls regardless of whether you have a hangover!

    The owners who are never far away bring a great vibe and attitude to the hostel. They are super-welcoming and helpful, and often provided great little insights and tips. The location of the hostel is brilliant with the Redeemer easily visible from the hostel bar balcony. The location is also very good, Botafago has a lot of local bars and places to eat, and the hostel is a short (and safe) walk to the Metro station, with Copancabana one stop away and Ipanema a few more. There is a lot to do at the hostel if you have spare time between adventures and all the other guests were friendly as well.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2022

    10
    Best location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Best location in Rio for a vibrant and cool bar scene and good connections with the whole city.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 12 January 2022

    10
    Hostel in heart of Rio
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 13 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Foi tudo otimo

    Great lovely hostel in heart of Rio! Definitely recommended!!

    Stayed in December 2021

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2021

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Suite
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Perfect location near bars Not far from copacabana The personal was very kind I recommend this hostel

    Stayed in November 2021

  • Reviewed: 23 February 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room with Private Bathroom First Floor
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in February 2024

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