Hostels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

112 hostels available. Prices start from $5.00 for a dorm bed.

Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Party Hostel Solo Traveller
Rua 6 de Janeiro, 5 - Vidigal More
Beach Lovers Retreat Party Hostel
"…The property is situated 2.2 km from Arpoador Beach, 2.2 km from Ipanema Beach and 2.4 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake. Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 5.9 km away and Sugarloaf Mountain is 7. … More
Party Hostel
"…Hostel Estação Maracanã - Terms & Conditions Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. In case of a late cancellation or No Show, you will be charged the first night of your stay. Check in … More

Aquarela do Leme


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Digital Nomads Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Cancellation policy: 72 hours before arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast included. General: 24-hour front desk. No curfew." …"Aquarela do Leme is located in the ladeira Ary Barroso … More

Surf Club Longboard Paradise Hostel

Recreio dos Bandeirantes
Adventure Hostels Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards. This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival. Taxes included. Breakfast not included - 26.00 BRL per person per day. No … More

Pousada Favelinha


Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"Great - Best view in Rio with helpful staff." …"…All rooms have a balcony with beautiful views, with a hammock on each balcony. They also all have private baths, and a big tropical breakfast is … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…TV, minibar, AC, private bathroom, and a beautiful view. Shared Rooms - Single beds and bunk beds only, for more comfort and less tightness. Bathrooms inside in all rooms. Light, plugs, and … More

Pura Vida Hostel


Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Some also have SmarTV. Pura Vida Hostel is situated within walking distance between two of the most famous beaches in the world. Less than a 1 minute walk lands you in front of Lifeguard Tower … More

Discovery Hostel

Glória
Free Breakfast
Solo Traveller
"…Discovery Hostel has a variety of dorm rooms to accommodate all your personal preferences. Choose from our 9-bed and 6-bed dorm or 6-bed Women's Ensuite. All rooms are equipped with lockers, … More
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Youth Hostel
"…If you have to cancel your booking, you must do it at least 48hrs before arrival. Check in: 14:00 Check out: 12:00 Depending of the period of your booking you will be charged 50% in advance … More
Adventure Hostels Female Solo Traveller Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Taxes included. Breakfast not included. General: 24 hours reception. No curfew." …"The Santos Dumont Airport is 2 km away." …116 Rua Taylor More

Vidigal360º

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Youth Hostel
rua Barão da Torre, 175, casa 1 ... More

Mambembe Hostel

Santa Teresa
Free Breakfast
Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…A five minute walk down the road takes you to Lapa, famous for its legendary street parties. The nearby bus and metro stops guarantee easy and fast access to Rio�s picturesque beaches. Nowadays, … More
"…Breakfast not included. General: No curfew. We are a couple and do not live on the property, then ask guests that can let us know the estimated arrival time so that we can receive them in the … More
Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
Av. do Exercito, 115 - São Cristóvão More

Books Hostel

Santa Teresa
Free Breakfast
Adventure Hostels Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Rooms and Bathrooms This hostel offers mostly fairly spacious dorm rooms with comfy beds, ranging from four- to ten-person rooms. Lockers are just outside the doors of the rooms, and available … More
Beach Lovers Retreat Family-Friendly Hostel Solo Traveller
"…This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards. General: No curfew. Child Friendly. The maximum period of stay is of 14 … More
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…Free Wi-Fi access. Breakfast is NOT included. We are a family who are fulfilling our ambition of running a hostel in Rio de Janeiro and we offer a charming friendly place for you to stay in the “ … More
Beach Lovers Retreat Family-Friendly Hostel Youth Hostel
"…Guests can enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a dining and TV room, cable channels. There is also a laundry room with washer machines. Room cleaning and WiFi on the common areas. Guests can enjoy … More
Adventure Hostels Beach Lovers Retreat Digital Nomads Party Hostel Solo Traveller Youth Hostel
"…- One block from the subway - Jardim de Alah Subway Station - One block from Leblon Mall - Surrounded by restaurants, bars and clubs - Safest zone in Rio Facilities - Free Wi-Fi - Lounge … More

Hostels in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

110 hostels available. Prices start from $10.00 for a dorm bed.
Loading...

Get to know Rio de Janeiro (no more "I wish I knew this before")

This section is dedicated to take away all your "I wish someone had told me that before I went!" experiences. This way, you can spend less time settling in, and more time making new friends in your chosen hostel. We share our insider knowledge of tips, tricks and important things to look out for in Rio de Janeiro.

 Get to know Rio de Janeiro (no more

With its 6 million inhabitants, Rio de Janeiro is a contender for one of Latin America’s (and possibly the world’s) most impressive cities. It is like no other. Magnificent beaches, beautiful people, Samba music, lush mountains, and delicious Capirinhas. Not to mention it being host to the world’s largest and most colourful street festival, Carnaval. And there are dozens of Rio de Janeiro hostels.

The middle classes live in the South Zone (Zona Sul) and the working classes in the North Zone (Zona Norte). Tourists are most likely to visit the stunning, sun drenched beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, the impressive colonial architecture of Centro, the party nightlife of Botofoga and Lapa, or the overlooking hilltop areas of Santa Teresa and Corcovado (Christ the Redeemer).

Buses, metro or taxis are the way to get around – buses are easy to navigate and are plentiful, but are often overcrowded and slow. Most will eventually get to Ipanema. The metro is a faster more efficient alternative from 5am until 12am. Taxis are safer but more expensive, the best choice at night, but sure they are licensed.

Rio has everything. It rivals the world’s top cities for shopping, nightlife, restaurants and of course, the beach. Juice bars line the busy roadsides and choosing which exotic fruits to add to your delicious smoothie is a must. For bars and nightlife, head to the Lapa district, where potent cocktail shacks and food stalls line the streets under and around the white Arcus de Lapa and music pours into the streets. Watch the beautiful people on Copacabana beach play volleyball, or head further along to the trendy, flamboyant gay scene hitting the Ipanema beaches, where you can sip a cold beer or fruit shake from one of the plentiful makeshift beach bars. Watch out for pick pockets especially on these beaches and around the Lapa district.

There are a whole range of hostels in Rio de Janeiro to cover every budget. Although Rio is one of the most expensive areas to stay in Brazil, with the high end tourists heading for Ipanema, there are budget hostels around the Botofoga and Catete areas, which are accessible for many of the tourist attractions, beaches and nightlife. The Rio hostels are lively, fun, and party orientated, often with drinks promotions and cheap tasty food.

The world’s wildest party, Carnaval, happens on the week preceding Ash Wednesday, although the reveling begins months in advance with the hedonistic partying in the streets and live events, free music and concerts. Check out the Samba Schools throughout the year for ongoing parties.

Rio de Janeiro Hostel Cheatsheet

Above we list every single hostel there is in the city. Let us take a broader look at what you can expect - and what not. We created this cheatsheet for you to get a more complete picture of the hostel quality in Rio de Janeiro, average prices and types of hostels to choose from.
Total number of hostels 112
Average dorm price $27
Average private room price $100
Cheapest hostel in Rio de Janeiro Hostel Alzira House Vidigal with $9.5
Party hostels in Rio de Janeiro Hostel Vista do Mar (65 in total)
Most Rio de Janeiro hostels are located in Ipanema, Botafogo, Copacabana
Average rating of all hostels 6.5

FAQ about Rio de Janeiro Hostels

We've collected the most common questions for hostels in Rio de Janeiro. The more you know, the better you can plan with confidence and ease, right?

Find your Perfect Hostel Match

We've created more special guides for you:

Family Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

Youth Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

14 Best Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

14 Best Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

15 Cheapest Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

15 Cheapest Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

17 Hostels in Rio de Janeiro with Private Rooms

17 Hostels in Rio de Janeiro with Private Rooms

11 Party Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

11 Party Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

Other Nearby Cities

Niterói (11 Km / 7 mi.)
Barra de Guaratiba (41 Km / 25 mi.)
Itaboraí (40 Km / 25 mi.)
Petrópolis (44 Km / 28 mi.)
Guapimirim (47 Km / 29 mi.)
Miguel Pereira (57 Km / 35 mi.)
Teresópolis (59 Km / 37 mi.)

Travel Tips for Rio de Janeiro - from the Community

Hey fam! Here are a few more tips from the community, from them to you, and you to them. This space is dedicated for travellers to share their best tips on backpacking Rio de Janeiro. Have a closer look - the Hostelz community share real hidden gems, insider knowledge and overall impressions of Rio de Janeiro. Everyone is welcome to add something useful, funny, unexpected and the "absolutely necessary to know before you go" - share, share and then share a little more!

Rio de Janeiro comments only. Don't discuss the hostels here, post a review on the hostel's page instead.

Unlock your Hostel Account to Freedom!

Unlock your Hostel Account to Freedom!

Sign up with Hostelz.com and get access to exclusive hostel content and much more.

Do you already have an account? Login
Home Pluz
Comparizon
Login