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Hostels in Gávea, Rio de Janeiro

113 hostels in Rio de Janeiro. Prices start from R$21 for a dorm bed.Sorted by quality, not payments.
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Z.Bra Hostel, Rio de Janeiro

Z.Bra Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 15 min walking time to Gávea (1.2 km / 0.8 miles)
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"…With room to receive 52 people - in three mixed dorms of nine people, a eight people dorm, five people dorm, two double rooms with shared bathrooms, and for suites. Z.BRA Hostel offers free internet

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Approx. 15 min walking time to Gávea (1.3 km / 0.8 miles)
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"…Our hostel is the perfect meeting point for travellers seeking an authentic and social experience. Relax in our modern and cosy spaces, ideal for making new friends and sharing stories. Enjoy a

from R$39.91
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Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 21 min walking time to Gávea (1.7 km / 1 miles)
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"…They offered me a 10% discount, 4.5 reals, or about 1.5 euros. Good luck dealing with these idiots." …"…We know staying with us will make your visit to Rio an unforgettable experience!!! Che Lagarto

from R$54.50
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Approx. 21 min walking time to Gávea (1.7 km / 1 miles)
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"…- Luggage storage - Bike Rental - ATM (Cash Machine) - Air conditioning (in all bedrooms) - Lockers (in all bedrooms. Bring the padlock) - Hot water 24hs - Towels (private rooms only) -

from R$84.81
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Approx. 21 min walking time to Gávea (1.7 km / 1 miles)
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"…* 50% of the total stay amount will be charged 14 days before check-in, using the card registered on the platform. If payment is not received, the reservation will be canceled. * For reservations

from R$96.71
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Approx. 25 min walking time to Gávea (2.1 km / 1 miles)
Party Hostel

"…Imagine yourself soaking up the sun by day and exploring the samba rhythms by night. At Sol e Mar, you'll find a modern and stylish haven, perfect for meeting fellow travelers and creating lasting

from R$26.54
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Ipanema Beach House

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 26 min walking time to Gávea (2.2 km / 1 miles)
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"…Sleep is not the easiest thing to get here but you will not be served with a bigger genuine smile anywhere, which more than makes up for it. This was the best place I stayed at in South America. The

from R$54.97
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Approx. 27 min walking time to Gávea (2.3 km / 1 miles)
Beach Lovers Retreat

Rua Major Toja Martinez Filho, 121 - Casa 02

from R$26.88
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Approx. 27 min walking time to Gávea (2.3 km / 1 miles)
Beach Lovers RetreatParty Hostel

Avenida Niemeyer

from R$45.80
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Approx. 29 min walking time to Gávea (2.4 km / 1 miles)
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Rua Doutor Sobral Pinto, 53

from R$80.77
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Approx. 31 min walking time to Gávea (2.6 km / 2 miles)
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Rua 6 de Janeiro, 5 - Vidigal

from R$58.65
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Ipanema Club Hostel

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 31 min walking time to Gávea (2.6 km / 2 miles)
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"…The hostel itself looks nice and is in a safe area of Ipanema. Having the beach and calçadão (boardwalk) just two minutes away, this is the perfect location to stay in Rio de Janeiro. For this

from R$52.86
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Approx. 31 min walking time to Gávea (2.6 km / 2 miles)
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"…There, you have free wifi and can leave your things in the beach tent. Copacabana Beach is a 10-minute walk away. In addition, it's located just 1 minute walk away from the Nossa Senhora de Paz

from R$89.36
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Approx. 31 min walking time to Gávea (2.6 km / 2 miles)
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"The Hostel Varandas do Vidigal is a brand new and modern hostel, which intends to provide a pleasant stay to those tourists willing to know this particular culture of Rio de Janeiro, the Favelas! The

from R$42.37
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Approx. 33 min walking time to Gávea (2.8 km / 2 miles)
Beach Lovers RetreatFamily-Friendly HostelSolo Traveller

"Natural Do Rio Guesthouse is a very spacious and comfortable guesthouse equipped with a full kitchen, 3 bathrooms, laundry room, dining balcony and a stunning large roof terrace with cooking and

from R$33.86
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Mango Tree Hostel Ipanema

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 34 min walking time to Gávea (2.9 km / 2 miles)
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"…Though the hostel had just opened the week we got there, things were well run and comfortable. Ingrid and Lance and their team were all very friendly and helpful, the rooms (I stayed in a en-suite,

from R$87.77
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Hostel New Ipanema

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 35 min walking time to Gávea (2.9 km / 2 miles)
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"After booking the Property will contact you for the prepayment details. Located in one of the safest and most desirable districts of Rio de Janeiro. Our house is in a secure and pretty private

from R$51.43
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Vidigal360º

Ipanema
Free Breakfast
Approx. 35 min walking time to Gávea (2.9 km / 2 miles)
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"…Highly recommend it though. A cool place to stay in Ipanema - Cool atmosphere, safe location and very helpful staff (specially Franklin). They are very careful with the noise within the premises

from R$53.31
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Approx. 35 min walking time to Gávea (2.9 km / 2 miles)

Tv. Juliana Oliveira dos Santos 21, ap.203, Rocinha

from R$38.72
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Approx. 38 min walking time to Gávea (3.2 km / 2 miles)
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"…We offer the breakfast room every day from 9 to 11 am. We offer urban slum tour, in all tourist city. We are located 3 blocks from Ipanema Beach We're on the subway General Osorio with exit to the

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Approx. 42 min walking time to Gávea (3.5 km / 2 miles)
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"…Payment upon arrival by cash and debit cards. Taxes included General: 24 hours reception. No curfew." …"The Santos Dumont Airport is 12 km away." …Rua Sa Ferreira, 189

from R$52.70
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Approx. 43 min walking time to Gávea (3.6 km / 2 miles)

Travessa Santa Leocádia

from R$35.36
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Approx. 43 min walking time to Gávea (3.6 km / 2 miles)
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"…Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens is 5.9 km away and Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.3 km from the hostel. Guests at the hostel can enjoy a continental breakfast. Tijuca Forest National Park is 10 km

from R$50.48
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Approx. 43 min walking time to Gávea (3.6 km / 2 miles)

Rua Emílio Berla, 57

from R$51.43
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Pura Vida Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 45 min walking time to Gávea (3.7 km / 2 miles)
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"…- FREE Dance Classes (at least 3 times per week) - Free Tours (at least 3 times per week. Check schedule) - Tours in Rio de Janeiro and neighbor Cities (additional cost) - Breakfast (not included

from R$68.66
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Approx. 46 min walking time to Gávea (3.8 km / 2 miles)
Family-Friendly Hostel

"…Thanks for the preference! Come feel at home and enjoy the beautiful Rio de Janeiro! Guest House Copacabana Hostel Policy and Condition: Cancellation policy: 7 days before arrival. In

from R$39.56
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Approx. 46 min walking time to Gávea (3.8 km / 2 miles)
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"…It has a big capacity of rooms, but sometimes they are so crowded. You can arrive at the hostel at anytime because it has twenty-four-hour reception. The Location The hostel is in the famous

from R$34.91
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Approx. 46 min walking time to Gávea (3.9 km / 2 miles)
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"…But it doesn't mean that we wanted to stay in a hotel, or in someone else's house. Amenities (NO EXTRA FEES): - Early Check In at the House (starting at 8am) - Late Check Out at the House - (

from R$52.65
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Walk On The Beach Hostel

Copacabana
Free Breakfast
Approx. 47 min walking time to Gávea (3.9 km / 2 miles)
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Rua Dias da Rocha 85

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Approx. 47 min walking time to Gávea (3.9 km / 2 miles)
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"…After breakfast on-site, walk over to the Copacabana beachfront. For the ultimate local experience, head to the spot between Barão de Ipanema and Xavier da Silveira to join swarms of surfers and

from R$60.42
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Approx. 47 min walking time to Gávea (3.9 km / 2 miles)

"…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 in

from R$25.08
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Bamboo Rio Hostel

Free Breakfast
Approx. 47 min walking time to Gávea (3.9 km / 2 miles)
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"…There is also a variety of private rooms. Our facilities include a pool and a barbecue area, a fully equipped guest kitchen, our very own Boom Bar and the indispensible Mountain Lounge adjacent to

from R$57.48
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Approx. 48 min walking time to Gávea (4 km / 2 miles)
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R. Lacerda Coutinho, 20

from R$26.14
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Hostel Carioca

Copacabana
Free Breakfast
Approx. 48 min walking time to Gávea (4 km / 2 miles)
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"Just 3 blocks from Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana beach, Carioca features air-conditioned accommodations and a TV-room. It offers a shared, fully-equipped kitchen, barbecue facilities and buffet

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Approx. 48 min walking time to Gávea (4 km / 2 miles)
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"…Social Hostel - Terms & Conditions Check in from 14:00 to 23:00 . Check out before 11:00 . The reception works 24hs. This property may pre-authorise your card before arrival.

from R$126.76
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Approx. 51 min walking time to Gávea (4.2 km / 3 miles)
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"…Hey thrill-seekers! Ready to dive into the Rio adventure? Our hostel is the ultimate base for explorations. Get ready for a laid-back vibe, complete with a chill bar, games galore, and a shared

from R$33.25
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Approx. 52 min walking time to Gávea (4.3 km / 3 miles)
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Rua Silva Castro, 49 C

from R$39.88
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Approx. 59 min walking time to Gávea (4.9 km / 3 miles)
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"At the foot of the Corcovado Mountain and close to the terminal bus station in our own neo-colonial square, JO&JOE Rio de Janeiro is one truly unforgettable open house! Enjoy the Rio lifestyle to the

from R$43.98
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Tupiniquim Hostel

Botafogo
Free Breakfast
Approx. 59 min walking time to Gávea (4.9 km / 3 miles)
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"…Good advice for trips. Great food every day. The owners are amazing, very friendly. Love it. - Tupiniquim Hostel is what you imagine a fun, quirky backpackers hostel to be. It has most of all the

from R$42.39
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Vanazul Home

São Conrado
Free Breakfast
Approx. 59 min walking time to Gávea (4.9 km / 3 miles)
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"Vanazul, is a new Hostel for lovers of nature, adventure, hiking, sports and outdoor activities. Besides having one of the most spectacular panoramic views of the Gavea Stone(Nearly 2000 feet/600

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Approx. 59 min walking time to Gávea (4.9 km / 3 miles)
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"…If the booking is cancelled 20 days before the check-in date, there will be no refund. For the World Cup, Olympic Games, Carnival And New Years 100% of non-refundable payment is required in

from R$35.60
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Approx. 59 min walking time to Gávea (4.9 km / 3 miles)
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"…Cancellation policy: 72h before arrival. Payment upon arrival by cash, credit cards, debit cards. This property may pre-authorise your credit card before arrival. This property might contact

from R$31.16
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Approx. 60 min walking time to Gávea (5 km / 3 miles)
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"…By day, explore Botafogo’s indie cafes, art galleries, and stunning bay views. And when it’s time to soak up the sun, Copacabana Beach is just a 30-minute walk away, making it easy to switch

from R$41.47
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Mellow Yellow Backpackers

Copacabana
Free Breakfast
Approx. 60 min walking time to Gávea (5 km / 3 miles)
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"…" It's the best hostel I've found anywhere in the world thus far and what with the location, the best placed from which to enjoy Rio. Great place — very chilled out, great bar and the chill out room

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CabanaCopa Hostel

Copacabana
Free Breakfast
Approx. 61 min walking time to Gávea (5.1 km / 3 miles)
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"…The bar is open all day and there are loads of activities which can be booked through the hostel, not to mention the nights out with the staff who know how and wear to party in Rio!! All in all

from R$40.23
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Approx. 62 min walking time to Gávea (5.2 km / 3 miles)
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Travessa Mario de Castro, 150

from R$57.35
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Approx. 63 min walking time to Gávea (5.3 km / 3 miles)
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"…Che Lagarto Hostels is the largest chain of private hostels in South America, present in the best tourist destinations and always concerned that our guests have the best experience on each of our

from R$30.29
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Hospedaria Rio Hostel

Botafogo
Free Breakfast
Approx. 65 min walking time to Gávea (5.5 km / 3 miles)
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"…Taxes included. Breakfast included General: 24 hours Reception. Special Events: Carnival and New Year's Eve payment of 50% in advance 30 days before arrival. Cancellation policy 4 weeks

from R$42.66
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Approx. 66 min walking time to Gávea (5.5 km / 3 miles)

"…Paulinho’s Guest Room – Policies and Conditions: Cancellation policy: 14 days before arrival. In case of late cancellation or no-show, 100% of the total reservation amount will be charged

from R$30.02
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HMG Rio

Botafogo
Free Breakfast
Approx. 66 min walking time to Gávea (5.5 km / 3 miles)
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Rua São Clemente, 23 - 1o. andar

from R$81.16
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Alpha Hostel - Rio de Janeiro

Botafogo
Free Breakfast
Approx. 66 min walking time to Gávea (5.5 km / 3 miles)

"…The hostel also offers tours and excursions but you have to ask to book. Summary Overall, we did not like this hostel due to the horrific smell in our room and bathroom, which made it

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Approx. 68 min walking time to Gávea (5.7 km / 4 miles)
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"…Solar Hostel Princess Copacabana Policy and Condition: Cancellation policy: The guest can cancel for free until 14 days before arrival. After this period a cancelation fee of 50% of the total

from R$36.13
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Approx. 69 min walking time to Gávea (5.7 km / 4 miles)
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"…Our hostel is gay friendly, and has a vegetarian kitchen, which means you can use it freely but not cook meats. Our purpose is to provide a good and peaceful experience during your time in this

from R$23.89
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Approx. 69 min walking time to Gávea (5.7 km / 4 miles)

"…The homestay provides a dining area, microwave, and kitchenware. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, electric kettle, and toaster. Prime Location: Located 5.6 mi from Santos Dumont

from R$808.87
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Approx. 69 min walking time to Gávea (5.7 km / 4 miles)

Rua Barão de Petrópolis

from R$37.00

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Get to know Gávea

Hostels in Gávea: Nature, Culture, and Chill Vibes

Gávea is one of Rio de Janeiro’s most charming and underrated neighborhoods for backpackers who love nature, culture, and a more relaxed pace. Nestled between the lush Tijuca Forest and the vibrant neighborhoods of Leblon and Jardim Botânico, Gávea is home to Rio’s creative crowd, offering a mix of historic charm and modern energy. With its beautiful hiking trails, cultural hubs, and local nightlife, Gávea is an excellent choice for travelers looking for something different from Rio’s traditional beach scene.

For budget travelers searching for hostels in Gávea, the district provides a refreshing alternative to the bustling tourist zones. It is well connected, offers plenty of outdoor activities, and has a lively student atmosphere, thanks to the nearby Pontifical Catholic University (PUC-Rio).

Getting Around Gávea

While Gávea doesn’t have a metro station, it is still well connected to the rest of Rio.

  • Buses: Frequent buses connect Gávea to Copacabana, Ipanema, and Centro.
  • Vans: Shared vans run between Gávea and the beach districts, making transport easy and cheap.
  • Walking: Gávea is pedestrian-friendly, with tree-lined streets and scenic walking paths.
  • Uber & Taxis: Affordable rides to Leblon and Ipanema, both just minutes away.

Timeless Things to Do

Gávea has plenty to offer for travelers who enjoy a mix of nature, history, and culture. Here are some must-sees:

  • Pedra da Gávea: One of Rio's best hikes, offering breathtaking views over the city.
  • Instituto Moreira Salles: A cultural center with stunning architecture, photography exhibits, and lush gardens.
  • Baixo Gávea: A lively nightlife spot where students and locals gather for cheap drinks and street food.
  • Planetário do Rio: The city’s planetarium, offering fascinating astronomy exhibits and shows.

Why Stay in Gávea?

Gávea is an ideal choice for backpackers looking for a more laid-back and nature-oriented stay in Rio. Here’s why:

  • Relaxed Vibe: Away from the busy tourist zones, but still close enough to the action.
  • Outdoor Adventures: Easy access to some of Rio’s best hikes and nature spots.
  • Student Energy: A lively, youthful atmosphere with great local bars and eateries.
  • Unique Cultural Scene: Museums, theaters, and artistic spaces make it an inspiring place to stay.

Final Thoughts

For travelers looking for hostels in Gávea, this district offers a balance of adventure, culture, and tranquility. Whether you want to hike up a mountain, explore Rio’s arts scene, or just enjoy a peaceful escape from the city center, Gávea is a fantastic choice for backpackers seeking a different side of Rio.

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