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Our top choices for Zona Central hostels

A historic building with a large tree in the front yard, a staircase leading to a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.

1. Hostel Casa Aprazível

Hostel Casa Aprazível
2.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great property but a little bit far from all the tourist attractions"
United States
dennis
The price is P4,732
P4,968 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hostel Casa Aprazível
A covered outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, a TV mounted on a wooden panel, and a small table with a vase.

2. Colinna Hostel

Colinna Hostel
1.0 star property
São Cristóvão
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Exatamente isso quarto muito bom tudo limpo e a equipe ótima "
Brazil
Patricia
The price is P2,035
P3,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Colinna Hostel
A terrace with a view of a cityscape, a building with columns, and potted plants.

3. Hostel Casa das Luzes

Hostel Casa das Luzes
2.0 star property
Santa Teresa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"This was a great first stop in Brazil! There is nothing like starting your journey out in prayer and greatfulness on top of their private mountain with sugarloaf Christ the Redemeer and the other side of the city all within a turn. There are many reading nooks across the property to calm down after all your adventures. The entire was clean and the sheets even had a faint smell of bleach meaning you know you are in a good place. Even the matresses were clean. They have frozen meals for purchase...
United States
Liberty
The price is P5,184
P5,444 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hostel Casa das Luzes
Hiking

4. Hostel Sunrise

Hostel Sunrise
1.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"El ambiente en este hostel me encanto. Bonita piscina y vistas, pero más que nada me encanto el Sentido de comunidad porque no es demasiado grande. "
Spain
Melanie
The price is P2,897
P3,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hostel Sunrise
A building with a sign reading "Sangha Urena".

5. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation
1.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Incrível!"
Brazil
Gabriel
The price is P2,750
P2,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation
A historic building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a decorative balcony.

6. Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário

Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário
3.0 star property
Cosme Velho
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (715 reviews)
"It was a great stay just beware of mosquitoes being everywhere"
United States
Ana Sofia
The price is P3,076
P3,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário
A modern dining area with a wooden ceiling, wicker furniture, and a kitchen with open shelving.

7. Leblon Design Hotel

Leblon Design Hotel
2.0 star property
Leblon
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (202 reviews)
"Great location and the staff are friendly. Staff also speak English."
United States
Efrain
The price is P7,123
P7,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Leblon Design Hotel
An indoor pool area with artificial grass, yellow and black seating, and hanging lights.

8. Maraca Hostel

Maraca Hostel
2.0 star property
Vila Isabel
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (45 reviews)
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Canada
Nicholas
The price is P2,137
P2,244 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Maraca Hostel
A multi-story building with balconies, large windows, and a covered outdoor seating area.

9. Villa 25 - Hostel

Villa 25 - Hostel
3.0 star property
Laranjeiras
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (384 reviews)
"good for cheap stay"
Brazil
Henrique
The price is P3,549
P3,726 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Villa 25 - Hostel
A rustic building with a wooden slatted wall, a metal door, and various potted plants.

10. Hostel Casa 8

Hostel Casa 8
1.0 star property
Laranjeiras
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (12 reviews)
"Lorenzo was very friendly and helpful"
Taiwan
An-ting
The price is P1,215
P1,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Hostel Casa 8
A beach with people enjoying the sunset and waves, with mountains in the background.

11. El Misti Hostel Ipanema

El Misti Hostel Ipanema
3.0 star property
Ipanema
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (225 reviews)
"El Misti is wonderful hostel with great staff and amazing activities to do! The staff is wonderful, friendly and super accommodating! The hostel is really close to the beach and to great dining and shopping places. The bar’s staff and drinks are also amazing! Thank you!"
United States
Martin
The price is P7,122
P7,478 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
El Misti Hostel Ipanema
A swimming pool surrounded by a wooden deck with people relaxing and socializing.

12. Beach House Ipanema - Hostel

Beach House Ipanema - Hostel
2.0 star property
Ipanema
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (113 reviews)
"Wonderful staff. The place itself is very well located, but the bunkers are not very solid and are made from light wood (I was on the top one and all night waking up because every time the guest underneath me moved, the whole bed moved too). The communal shower is also very tight. Overall, budget friendly for backpackers who don't mind a certain degree of discomfort "
Canada
Anonymous traveler
The price is P4,179
P4,806 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Beach House Ipanema - Hostel
A rooftop terrace with green cushioned seating, a white table, and a potted plant.

13. Aquarela do Leme - Hostel

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel
2.5 star property
Leme
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (96 reviews)
"Excelente "
Brazil
Danylo
The price is P4,034
P4,236 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Aquarela do Leme - Hostel
A wooden-framed doorway leading to a room with a brick wall, a ceiling fan, and a visible staircase.

14. Palace Beach Hostel

Palace Beach Hostel
2.0 star property
Copacabana
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (31 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff and great location."
United States
Ruthann
The price is P3,537
P3,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Palace Beach Hostel
Exterior

15. Cocos Hostel Rio

Cocos Hostel Rio
2.0 star property
Copacabana
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Super clean, friendly, and well-maintained hostel in the heart of Copacabana. The staff is very warm and easy-going, I became friends with everyone quickly :). I liked how they updated the activities board daily and invited me to events going on that day. I even joined the Caipirinha-making class run by one of the staff, it was so much fun! This is the cleanest hostel I have stayed at, from the bathrooms to the beds to the kitchen, which made my stay extra comfortable. I also really liked how...
United States
Karel
The price is P5,199
P5,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Cocos Hostel Rio
A modern room with a bed, a desk, two chairs, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

16. Ipanema Beach Hostel

Ipanema Beach Hostel
2.0 star property
Ipanema
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (105 reviews)
"Excellent location and share beach chair free! Very lind and good breakfast!"
Canada
Mario
The price is P7,041
P7,393 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Ipanema Beach Hostel
A modern interior with a seating area, a blue accent wall, and a plant in the foreground.

17. Injoy Design Hostel

Injoy Design Hostel
2.0 star property
Botafogo
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (42 reviews)
"Friendly Service, very clean place. Good for a short stay in Rio. "
Germany
Frank Anatol
The price is P3,708
P3,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Injoy Design Hostel
A multi-story building with large windows and a wooden facade.

18. Arena Maracanã - Hostel

Arena Maracanã - Hostel
1.0 star property
Maracanã
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (76 reviews)
"Staff was great and attentive "
United States
LuisJoel
The price is P2,141
P2,462 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Arena Maracanã - Hostel
A hostel entrance with a tiled pathway leading to a gated area.

19. Hostel Residential Inn

Hostel Residential Inn
1.5 star property
Rocha
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16 reviews)
"The owner is really nice and helpful. Bed was comfortable. I stayed in the private room and it is nice and spacious for 1 or 2 people. Train, stores and pharmacy are all nearby. Great place to stay during carnaval as it is away from all the party, so you can rest well for the next day. "
United States
Ferdynnan
The price is P1,829
P3,744 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Hostel Residential Inn
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a hammock, and a view of the outdoors.

20. Bamboo Rio Hostel

Bamboo Rio Hostel
2.0 star property
Copacabana
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (83 reviews)
"Staff was super accommodating and maintained the good vibes 24/7. Super close to the beach and could get everywhere I needed barefoot no problem. Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Brian
The price is P3,297
P3,791 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Bamboo Rio Hostel
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Top Zona Central Hotel Reviews

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

10/10 Excellent
"Clean great staff property keep excellent i would stay again"
Shannon 4-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

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Zona Central Hostels information

Number of reviews
1,290
Accommodation
18 Hostels
Lowest Price
P1,276
Highest Price
P7,479

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