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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.

A
Anthony
From
Ecuador
Everything was very good, the attention is very good from Vicky and Marcelo
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,291 reviews
Price from
$44.28
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

A
Aldana
From
Argentina
The location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,062 reviews
Price from
$53.05
1 night, 2 adults
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Aquarela do Leme

Leme, Rio de Janeiro

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

P
Paulo
From
United States
Everything, super dupper social ! Great architecture and view ! Very comfortable dorm, very very bright, light comes from everywhere. Really love this hostel. It’s located on on top of the hills of a very friendly Favela, no reason to be scared.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,373 reviews
Price from
$43.42
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

L
LARISSE
From
United States
location was great, facilities were nice and clean, staff was wonderful specially matt who helped us with the bags and always made sure we had all the info we needed.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,007 reviews
Price from
$87.66
1 night, 2 adults
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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.

R
Roberto
From
United States
I liked the location and the environment. It’s close to the beach and there are many stores and restaurants in the area that you can walk to. I also like how there is a gate enclosing the property.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,569 reviews
Price from
$48
1 night, 2 adults
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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, 537 reviews
Price from
$47.97
1 night, 2 adults
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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
Sohrabi Mollayousef
From
United States
The owners genuinely cared about the property and the guests. The view was amazing.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 179 reviews
Price from
$50.19
1 night, 2 adults
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Hostel Sunrise

Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro

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

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 200 reviews
Price from
$37.78
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Vila Bela

Rio de Janeiro

Located in Rio de Janeiro, 25 miles from Maracanã Stadium, Hotel Vila Bela provides accommodations with a garden and free private parking.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews
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$44.28
1 night, 2 adults
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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 9.4
Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews
Price from
$30.02
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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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 427 reviews

    Located within a 8-minute walk of Museum of Tomorrow and 0.9 miles of Municipal Theater, Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditação has rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Rio de...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
    Fair - What previous guests thought, 120 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 300 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 212 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, 78 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 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, 234 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 10.0
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1 review

    Featuring a garden and a bar, Mureta de Santa hospedagens e eventos is located in Rio de Janeiro, 1.2 miles from Selarón Steps and 2.1 miles from Municipal Theater.

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 15 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 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 271 reviews

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 29 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 461 reviews

    Books Hostel offers dormitory rooms and twin rooms with shared bathrooms. Free Wi-Fi is available. It is situated in Santa Teresa, just a few hundred feet from famous Lapa area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 658 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
    Good - What previous guests thought, 558 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,005 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.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 141 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.

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

  • 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...

  • Villa 25

    Laranjeiras, Rio de Janeiro
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 3,882 reviews

    Boasting a swimming pool, Villa 25 Hostel & Suites is located in Rio de Janeiro, 0.6 mi from Flamengo Beach, where guests can stroll with an amazing view to the Sugarloaf Mountain.

  • Hostel Bom e Familiar

    Rio de Janeiro
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews

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

  • 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.

  • Colinna Hostel

    Rio de Janeiro
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 21 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, 2 miles from Maracanã Stadium, Colinna Hostel has accommodations with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 2,564 reviews

    Featuring a garden and a bar, JO&JOE Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticario is located in Rio de Janeiro, 2.7 miles from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and 3.3 miles from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
    Good - What previous guests thought, 90 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, 1.4 miles from Maracanã Stadium, Homestay Casinha Tropical has accommodations with a garden, private parking, a shared lounge and a bar.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 7 reviews

    Located 2.9 miles from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake, Espaço Afrodite Se Quiser in Rio de Janeiro provides rooms with air conditioning and free WiFi.

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  • Ipanema Beach Hostel

    Hostel in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: $206.45
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,524 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

  • Discovery Hostel

    Hostel in Gloria, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: $57.57
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Excellent - What previous guests thought, 1,005 reviews
    Best hostel for meeting people
    Guest review by
    Wanessa
    Solo traveler

  • Hospedaria Rio

    Hostel in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.2
    Very Good - What previous guests thought, 878 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

  • Aquarela do Leme

    Hostel in Leme, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: $119.39
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,373 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

  • Bamboo Rio Hostel

    Hostel in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,569 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

  • Pura Vida Hostel

    Hostel in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: $87.66
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Wonderful - What previous guests thought, 1,007 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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