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The best hostels in Rio de Janeiro

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Budget travellers know that there is 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 bit more.

Most booked hostels in Rio de Janeiro and surroundings in the past month

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  • Books Hostel

    Centro, Rio de Janeiro
    Budget options available
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 405 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 100 metres from famous Lapa area.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 633 reviews

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

    From US$49.70 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.8
    Passable - What previous guests thought, 114 reviews

    Conveniently set in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, SapucAli Hostel Privativo is located 2.4 km from Escadaria Selarón, 2.8 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 3.1 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio...

    From US$292.99 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
    Good - What previous guests thought, 547 reviews

    Featuring a pool set on a terrace with panoramic views of Rio de Janeiro, Rio Forest is 500 metres from Lapa district. It also offers a communal kitchen, daily breakfast and free WiFi.

    From US$82.64 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews

    Just 50 metres from Glória Subway Station, Discovery Hostel is located 300 metres from Flamengo Beach.

    From US$56.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 146 reviews

    Well located in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Rio Vibes Hostel is situated 1.2 km from Escadaria Selarón, 2 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 1.7 km from Modern Art Museum...

    From US$48.56 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.6
    Good - What previous guests thought, 66 reviews

    Conveniently located in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, Mariazi Hostel is set 1.8 km from Modern Art Museum, 3.9 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 5.7 km from AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium.

    From US$65.74 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 13 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, within 2.5 km of Flamengo Beach and 1.3 km of Escadaria Selarón, Casa Aprazível 5 features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and as well as free private parking...

    From US$60.10 per night

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

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 406 reviews

    Situated within 700 metres of Museum of Tomorrow and 1.5 km of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditação features rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom...

    From US$48.83 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.1
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 382 reviews

    Attractively located in the Centro district of Rio de Janeiro, Hospedagem Ledo is located 1.5 km from Escadaria Selarón, 1.7 km from Museum of Tomorrow and 2 km from Modern Art Museum.

    From US$27.05 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.1
    Good - What previous guests thought, 303 reviews

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.1 km from Flamengo Beach, Hospedagem Cinelândia AP 617 offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi.

    From US$16.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.2
    Good - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

    Set within 2.1 km of Flamengo Beach and 200 metres of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, Hospedagem Cinelândia offers rooms with air conditioning and a shared bathroom in Rio de Janeiro.

    From US$16.90 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 43 reviews

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

    From US$34.75 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
    Good - What previous guests thought, 921 reviews

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

    From US$17.84 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 50 reviews

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

    From US$41.32 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 144 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro and with Escadaria Selarón reachable within 2.6 km, Hostel Cidade Nova features a tour desk, allergy-free rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

    From US$31.93 per night

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 20 reviews

    Located within 1.4 km of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 2.7 km of Modern Art Museum, Vitrine Estadia provides 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, 195 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Escadaria Selarón reachable within 2.2 km, Central Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 85 reviews

    Located within 2.1 km of Flamengo Beach and 500 metres of Escadaria Selarón, 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

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, 1.7 km from Flamengo Beach, Casa da Glória HOSTEL offers air-conditioned accommodation and a shared lounge.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 222 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, within 1.3 km of Escadaria Selarón and 2.6 km of Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, Casa da Cacaia e do Henrique features accommodation with barbecue facilities.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews

    Ideally set in the Catete district of Rio de Janeiro, Hostel Flamengo is set 1.2 km from Flamengo Beach, 2.6 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 1.6 km from Escadaria Selarón.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 398 reviews

    Located in a favela, a densely populated urban slum on the hills of Rio de Janeiro, Pousada Favelinha is a guesthouse overlooking the Sugarloaf Mountain and offering free WiFi access in guestrooms and...

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 861 reviews

    Offering a barbecue and terrace, Hospedaria Rio is set in the Botafogo district in Rio de Janeiro, 600 metres from Botafogo Beach. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar.

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  • Ipanema Beach Hostel

    Hostel in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: US$210.14
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,517 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
    People with friends

  • Discovery Hostel

    Hostel in Gloria, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: US$56.34
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 986 reviews
    Best hostel for meeting people
    Guest review by
    Wanessa
    Solo traveller

  • Hospedaria Rio

    Hostel in Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 861 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 traveller

  • Aquarela do Leme

    Hostel in Leme, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: US$110.48
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,356 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 traveller

  • Bamboo Rio Hostel

    Hostel in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
    Avg. price/night: US$99.89
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,573 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: US$91.26
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 997 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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