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Hostel Estação Maracanã

Zona Norte, Rio de Janeiro

Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge and views of city, Hostel Estação Maracanã is located in Rio de Janeiro, a 8-minute walk from Maracanã Stadium.

H
Hugh
From
United States
It's a clean and well kept hostel with a swimming pool. It's also right next to Maracanã Stadium where concertsThe staff is also super friendlyand sport events are held. There are also plenty of restaurants and grocery stores in the direct area. The hostel has a kitchen and all the other amenities necessary.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,271 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$56.48
1 night, 2 adults

Gaia Hostel

Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro

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

L
Lari
From
Finland
SILAS IS THE GOAT. He was very helpful and easy-going guy. Helped me to get tickets to fluminense game at maracana and tickets to jesus statue. Give that guy pay rise! Atmosphere was very relaxing and it felt like a home. Would recommend.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,048 reviews
Location 9.4
Price from
$54.12
1 night, 2 adults

Aquarela do Leme

Leme, Rio de Janeiro

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

M
Mats Baten
From
Netherlands
Found the hostel through a recommendation of another traveler and couldn't be happier. The location, look and people of the hostel were amazing. The beds have enough privacy and the facilities are clean. After the first day here we immediately booked some more nights as did most of the other people. Met some great people and had one of the best weeks of adventure in a beautiful city, highly recommend :)
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,366 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$46.51
1 night, 2 adults

Bamboo Rio Hostel

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

This lively hostel in Rio de Janeiro has a great location 984 feet from famous Copacabana Beach. It offers fun in its bamboo spa, pool bar and outdoor mountain lounge.

J
Jinseo
From
South Korea
The manager and staff were very welcoming and energetic. I met many cool people while staying here. I enjoyed going out to parties with them.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,565 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
$81.68
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.

H
Hector
From
Mexico
We stayed at Castelo dos Tucanos for 24 nights, and it was absolutely incredible. The location in Santa Teresa is just spectacular – peaceful, charming, and full of character, yet still close enough to explore everything Rio has to offer. The included breakfast was delicious every single morning, with fresh and tasty options that made it a perfect start to the day. The atmosphere at the hostel is warm and welcoming, and you can really feel the love and care the hosts put into the place. Staying here felt more like being at a friend’s beautiful home than at a regular hostel. The views, the surroundings, and the overall vibe made our time here unforgettable. We would come back in a heartbeat!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 568 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
$75.30
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.

S
Sharon
From
Israel
Wonderful view of the city, quiet and peaceful, clean, nice hosts.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
$64.01
1 night, 2 adults

Hostel Sunrise

Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

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

C
Caroline
From
United States
Ah, such a lovely place!!!! The beautiful city views from the rooftop pool, the clean rooms, the hostel itself is a really cool old mansion type place. Marcos the owner is awesome & even upgraded my room for me! His staff member Melanie is awesome!! Both Marcos and Melanie are good friends of mine, I felt like I was in my own home! Thank you for the love guys, until next time! The vibes are super chill, super safe, and all the other staff is awesome as well.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 204 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$38.55
1 night, 2 adults

Pura Vida Hostel

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Pura Vida is just 656 feet from Copacabana Beach, and features barbecue facilities, a party area and free Wi-Fi. The 24-hour front desk arranges airport shuttle and bike rental services.

c
chaoui
From
Qatar
The location and staff are really the best thing
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 988 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
$79.27
1 night, 2 adults

Casa Aprazível 5

Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

Located in Rio de Janeiro, within 1.5 miles of Flamengo Beach and a 16-minute walk of Selarón Steps, Casa Aprazível 5 has accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool as well as free private parking...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 9 reviews
Location 8.9
Price from
$50.82
1 night, 2 adults

Matianellu Hostel

Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro

Well set in the Zona Sul do Rio de Janeiro district of Rio de Janeiro, Matianellu Hostel is located a 8-minute walk from Copacabana Beach, 1.5 miles from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and 3.6 miles from Rio...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 30 reviews
Location 9.9
Price from
$63.82
1 night, 2 adults
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Budget travelers know there's 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 little more.

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Save money on hostels in Rio de Janeiro and nearby – budget options available

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 634 reviews

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

    From $49.81 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 115 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, 1.5 miles from Selarón Steps, SapucAli Hostel Privativo provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From $62.50 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 549 reviews

    Featuring a pool set on a terrace with panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, Rio Forest is 1640 feet from Lapa district. It also offers a communal kitchen, daily breakfast and free WiFi.

    From $60.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews

    Just 164 feet from Glória Subway Station, Discovery Hostel is located 984 feet from Flamengo Beach. Set in a restored colonial building, it offers accommodations with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.

    From $56.48 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 142 reviews

    Well located in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Rio Vibes Hostel is located 1.1 miles from Flamengo Beach, a 15-minute walk from Selarón Steps and 1.2 miles from Municipal Theater.

    From $48.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Located conveniently in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Mariazi Hostel is located 1.1 miles from Modern Art Museum, 2.4 miles from Museum of Tomorrow and 3.5 miles from AquaRio Rio Marine...

    From $65.89 per night
  • Hostel Bom e Familiar

    Rio de Janeiro
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 27 reviews

    Hostel Bom e Familiar in Rio de Janeiro provides adults only accommodations with a shared lounge and a bar.

    From $41.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, within 2.4 miles of Maracanã Stadium and 2.9 miles of Selarón Steps, Santa Alexandrina Hostel has free WiFi.

    From $30.50 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 301 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Ipanema Beach reachable within a 6-minute walk, Hostel New Ipanema has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi and a shared lounge.

    From $66.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Located within a 16-minute walk of Municipal Theater and 1.7 miles of Modern Art Museum, Vitrine Estadia has rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 197 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Selarón Steps reachable within 1.4 miles, Central Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 83 reviews

    Located within 1.3 miles of Flamengo Beach and a 6-minute walk of Selarón Steps, Santo Mirante Hostel provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 40 reviews

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

    From $32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, one mile from Flamengo Beach, Casa da Glória HOSTEL has air-conditioned accommodations and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 224 reviews

    Featuring barbecue facilities, Casa da Cacaia e do Henrique offers accommodations in Rio de Janeiro, 1.6 miles from Flamengo Beach and a 15-minute walk from Selarón Steps.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 187 reviews

    Ideally located in the Catete district of Rio de Janeiro, Hostel Flamengo is located a 14-minute walk from Flamengo Beach, 1.6 miles from Municipal Theater and one mile from Selarón Steps.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

    Ideally set in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, Hospedagem Ledo is located a 13-minute walk from Municipal Theater, 0.9 miles from Selarón Steps and 1.1 miles from Museum of Tomorrow.

    From $27.11 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, 1.3 miles from Flamengo Beach, Hospedagem Cinelândia AP 617 provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From $16.94 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.8
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 39 reviews

    Located within 1.3 miles of Flamengo Beach and a 2-minute walk of Municipal Theater, Hospedagem Cinelândia has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

    From $16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 919 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, Carnaval Rio Hostel has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, shared lounge, terrace, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $17.88 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 47 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, Hostel Cadê Teresa features a garden, shared lounge, bar, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    From $44.24 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Selarón Steps reachable within 1.6 miles, Hostel Cidade Nova has a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a terrace.

    From $32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a garden, a shared lounge and a bar, Hostel Casa 8 is located in Rio de Janeiro and is 1.1 miles from Botafogo Beach.

    From $20.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 369 reviews

    DS Hostel features air-conditioned rooms with cable TV in the Zona Norte do Rio de Janeiro district of Rio de Janeiro.

    From $38.59 per night

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  • Avg. price/night: $210.63
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,516 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
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $56.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews
    Best hostel for meeting people
    Guest review by
    Wanessa
    Solo traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 870 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 traveler
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,366 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 traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $94.85
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,565 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: $77.24
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 988 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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