What is the cost of a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

On average, it’s $73/night for a hostel in Rio de Janeiro, though $22/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for $9/night in Rio de Janeiro. Try to avoid booking your hostel in February (the most expensive month). Booking in February (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

Based on our data, Aquarela do Leme is the best Rio de Janeiro hostel, with a rating of 9.2/10 from 1,575 reviews.

What hostel is closest to Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport?

If you’re looking for hostels in Rio de Janeiro that aren’t far from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport, then the closest one is Discovery Hostel, which is 9.1 mi away.

What area of Rio de Janeiro is most popular to stay in?

While there are other neighborhoods throughout Rio de Janeiro, 3% of HotelsCombined users searched for hostels in Zona Sul in the past 12 months, making it a popular choice. El Misti Hostel Ipanema is our most popular hostel in this area.

What is the most popular hostel in Rio de Janeiro closest to Praça General Osório?

If you’re looking for a hostel near Praça General Osório while in Rio de Janeiro, then opt for the popular Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema with a 7.9/10 review score from 2,854 users. The distance from Praça General Osório to Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema is 1.0 mi.

Should I stay in a Rio de Janeiro hostel?

Staying at a hostel in Rio de Janeiro is a great way to save money, as hostels are often less expensive than hotels and vacation rentals. Hostels are ideal for solo travelers due to their dorm-style sleeping arrangements (though some hostels do offer private rooms).

Does Rio de Janeiro have hostels with “Pool” listed as an amenity?

Yes, Rio de Janeiro has 3 hostels with “Pool” as a featured amenity. Based on our data, Che Lagarto Hostel Copacabana is the most popular Rio de Janeiro hostel with this amenity.

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