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 100 metres from famous Lapa area. Breakfast is included and guests can enjoy the communal barbecue area or cook in the shared kitchen. Books bar offers a variety of drinks during the day such as Brazilian caipirinhas and cold beers. There is an on-site library and a room with TV and computer. Guests can also benefit from the 24-hour front desk service that is provided. It is situated less than 2 km from the bus station and the subway is around the corner, from where many places of interest in Rio de Janeiro can be explored.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Buffet


Availability

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.1
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tamar
    Israel Israel
    Such a fun hostel! Since the moment i got in i was a part of the group and met so many amazing people. The energy was high and good. The crew was so nice and helpful, breakfest was tasty, the hostel is clean and comfortable. The location is great...
  • Tim
    Ireland Ireland
    One of the best party hostels in Rio. Couldn't recommend it anymore
  • Garzón
    Germany Germany
    The hostel was very social which is perfect for solo travelers! The staff was very helpful and they planed a lot of activities :)

Property surroundings

Facilities of Books Hostel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Happy hour
  • Themed dinner nights
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning services
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Fan
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • German
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Books Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 00:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

From 00:00 to 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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

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The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Books Hostel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

FAQs about Books Hostel

  • Guests staying at Books Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 6.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Buffet

  • Check-in at Books Hostel is from 14:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • Books Hostel is 1 miles from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Books Hostel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Table tennis
    • Happy hour
    • Themed dinner nights
    • Live sport events (broadcast)

  • The nearest beach is just 550 yards from Books Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Books Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.