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These are the best hostels in Rio De Janeiro rated by customers who booked on Hostelworld.com in the last 6 months.

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94% Customer Rating

113 reviews
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Jose (Novice Nomad from Spain), December 2009:

A very good place to have a rest and get fun...

amitandmel (Avid Traveller from Australia), December 2009:

Great hostel, close to the beach and subway. Nice bar that isn´t seedy and good breakfast! Some rooms can get hot as not all have... more

Description:

Located 3 blocks from the beach and next to a beautiful natural park, More Info... »

CabanaCopa Hostel

92% Customer Rating

56 reviews
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damianharvey3210 (Novice Nomad from New Zealand), December 2009:

Fantastic place. The nicest staff and the friendliest people.

Emily (Avid Traveller from Australia), November 2009:

Great location, staff were the absolute highlight- best hostel staff I have ever experienced! It is such a small hostel, so you re... more

Description:

A cute, quiet hostel owned and run by a New Zealander and a Brazilian. Located within Ipanema, one of the most beautiful and wel.. More Info... »

The LightHouse Hostel

91% Customer Rating

63 reviews
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sallysthomson5484 (Novice Nomad from Scotland), December 2009:

We had a double room which was nice, but for the money i would have expected our own bathroom. Good location and safety which is ... more

elle_mak668 (Novice Nomad from Australia), November 2009:

lovely hostel, but room 5 is a bit awkward with room 4 being behind it and having to walk through 5 to get there. other than that,... more

Description:

Located in one of the best spots in Rio, The Mango Tree is a newly renovated 1930's colonial style house in a quiet residential .. More Info... »

The Mango Tree

89% Customer Rating

38 reviews
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James (Avid Traveller from England), November 2009:

A really friendly hostel, I would thoroughly recommend this to anyone who isn't looking for an all out party hostel.

Josafa (Novice Nomad from Brazil), November 2009:

Book it now and get ready for a great time! It really gives you a sense of intimacy. And if your are having any difficulty, just s... more

Description:

Enjoy a comfortable and spacious stay in style with us. We have everything you need to make your visit to More Info... »

Overnativa Green Hostel

89% Customer Rating

66 reviews
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Sebastian (Avid Traveller from Germany), November 2009:

three story bed Bunks arent ok! You`ll feel like an animal. Rest is ok. Staff is nice.

TanjaS (Novice Nomad from England), November 2009:

The staff is brilliant and will do anything for you. Clean and close to the beach. Very cool bar! Would definitely recommend it.

Description:

Looking for the best hostel in Rio? You just found it! Great atmosphere, best location near the beach and the best internation.. More Info... »

Walk On The Beach Hostel

88% Customer Rating

14 reviews
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megajda252 (Novice Nomad from USA), November 2009:

Incredibly nice staff that likes to have fun and also helps and visitors have fun as well. The location is perfect as I felt very... more

Ivan (Novice Nomad from USA), September 2009:

The best! Can\'t wait to go back!

Description:

We are located just one block from the best beach in Rio, walking distance of great bars and clubs... and of course A/C in every.. More Info... »

Lemon Spirit Hostel

88% Customer Rating

37 reviews
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Kim (Novice Nomad from England), December 2009:

This is a fantastic hostel. I loved my stay here. The staff are lovely and very helpful. The hostel is in the heart of Lapa where ... more

Flavio (Avid Traveller from Brazil), September 2009:

The staff of this hostel made me feel very safe in a crazy city like Rio! thanks to you all!!

Description:

Brazil hostel of Santa Teresa / Lapa, the liveliest meeting point of Rio. Come and verify why our guests have the best comments .. More Info... »

Brazil Hostel

87% Customer Rating

14 reviews
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tommyrehn9781 (Novice Nomad from Sweden), October 2009:

A great little hostel in an alley in Ipanema. Terrific staff and location.

Juhana (Novice Nomad from Finland), October 2009:

An awesome option is you are looking for a place with nice atmosphere, helpful and friendly staff and good location including even... more

Description:

Located just 200 meters from Ipanema beach in a safe and quiet village, Harmonia is close to some of the best bars and nightclub.. More Info... »

Harmonia

86% Customer Rating

31 reviews
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danoba311822 (Novice Nomad from Ireland), December 2009:

I read some bad reviews recently but I have to say its not true - they dont force things on you with loads of tours, they just off... more

Paulo (Novice Nomad from Brazil), December 2009:

The hostel is on the gay spot of Rio de Janeiro.Not that´s a problem, but it´s nice to know where you´re staying. The Hostel ha... more

Description:

“From backpacker to backpacker.” This is the spirit of the Ipanema Wave Hostel... More Info... »

Ipanema Wave Hostel

85% Customer Rating

30 reviews
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perroazull2230 (Novice Nomad from Ecuador), November 2009:

the facilities are quite bad, but that is compensated with the friendliness and the staff's eagerness to help. one thing I have t... more

jodienitschke17021 (Novice Nomad from Australia), November 2009:

My stay here has been outstanding! Very clean, felt very secure & the staff are awesome. So helpful with everything!! Please p... more

Description:

We keep our place in a easy, fun and mellow atmosphere & excellent vibration, that's why everybody call us ' The Easiers ' ready.. More Info... »

Botafogo Easy Hostel

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