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About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: Gaia Hostel in Rio de Janeiro offers adults-only rooms with private bathrooms, bidets, and work desks. Each room includes a shower, hairdryer, and slippers, ensuring a pleasant stay. Exceptional Facilities: Guests enjoy a bar, free WiFi, and a lounge. Additional amenities include a shared kitchen, outdoor seating area, and barbecue facilities. The property also provides a 24-hour front desk, concierge service, and luggage storage. Prime Location: Located less than 0.6 mi from Botafogo Beach and 5 mi from Santos Dumont Airport, Gaia Hostel is close to attractions such as Rodrigo de Freitas Lake (2.2 mi) and Sugarloaf Mountain (2.6 mi). Guests can participate in activities like hiking and kayaking. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its attentive staff, convenient location, and room cleanliness, Gaia Hostel ensures a pleasant and comfortable stay for all visitors.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- BBQ facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Laundry
- Daily housekeeping
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Ying
United States
“friendly staff, clean and close to the subway stations” - Mateo
Colombia
“Great location, kind staff, well equipped kitchen, and everything was always clean.” - Gerard
Australia
“It was reasonably new and the facilities were good.” - Blake
Brazil
“Staff were very friendly and helpful. The place was clean and comfortable.” - Adam
United States
“Extremely warm and friendly atmosphere even for a non-Portuguese speaker like myself. I would definitely recommend Gaia Hostel for anyone looking to explore Rio de Janeiro with or without friends to travel with.” - Leila
Tunisia
“I enjoyed my stay in Gaia Hostel and I even extended my stay there for a few days more. The dorm was clean and comfy and met many wonderful travelers and locals there. Staff working there were all helpful and nice and we celebrated the new year...” - Lari
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.” - Marjun
United States
“I like how clean and very convenient to any restaurants. The staff are very friendly! I would recommend this place to those who are solo traveler.” - Mochileroo
United States
“Great hostel and helpful staff. Nice chill vibe, not a party place, but still sociable. Good location near a street with tons of lively bars on the weekend (rua Fernandes Guimarães) and near a lot of grocery stores. Comfy bed and pillow. Great...” - Marcos
Brazil
“O staff é 10, galera gente fina. O espaço é super bonito e confortável.”
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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.









