Best Hostels for Solo Travellers, Couples, & Groups in Rio de Janeiro

Discovery Hostel is a popular place to stay in Rio de Janeiro. It's housed in a former vacation home of Rio Negro's baroness, Eufrasia Teixeira Leite. The hostel was established by travelers for travelers. It's the perfect place to stay for backpackers or budget travelers who want a comfortable boutique style hostel that feels a bit like a home stay. The hostel is clean and friendly with a social environment.

There are some great amenities available for guests including a fully equipped kitchen, a computer lounge, and a tourist information desk. There's also a television area, a bar, and a patio outside where many guests like to hang out. The staff at the reception area are friendly and helpful as well.

The hostel has both private rooms and dorms available. Private rooms are all doubles with shared bathrooms. The dorms sleep either six or nine people and there are female only or co-ed rooms available.

Lemon Spirit Hostel is a favorite place to stay for backpackers in Rio de Janeiro. If you want to have an authentic experience in a great location, then this is the perfect hostel. It's located just one block from the best beach in Rio and is walking distance from Lagoa, which has many shopping malls and street shops. There are also many restaurants, bars, and clubs nearby. Public transportation is also readily available. It's located in the Leblon area, which is one of the most beautiful parts of Rio.

The hostel is located in a beautiful old heritage building and the rooms are well decorated and comfortable. There are no private rooms available but the dorms have air conditioning, individual lockers, and large bunks. There's a first-floor common area with a bar and there's a breakfast area, kitchen, and lounge where guests can hang out. If you want to take advantage of the beautiful weather, there's also an outdoor area where you can sip a drink and relax.

Dorms sleep four or six people and female only rooms are available.

As the name says, Walk On the Beach Hostel is near the beach in Copacabana. It's in a quiet and safe part of the neighborhood and it's just a short walk from many shops, restaurants, cafes, and public transportation. The hostel has a wonderful atmosphere where it's fun to relax on the comfortable sofas and chat with other guests. There's a living room where many guests enjoy hanging out. There's also a patio where you can enjoy the beautiful weather. A shared kitchen is the perfect place to prepare your own meals and there's an on-site bar where you can grab a drink before heading out on the town.

The hostel is run by backpackers so they know how to keep the atmosphere light and fun. They can also help with any questions you might have and they know the area well, whether you're looking for restaurant recommendations or directions to the best nightlife.

The hostel has dorms that sleep three, six, nine or twelve people.

Mambembe Hostel is located in the cultural neighborhood of Santa Teresa right beside the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa. It's a local hostel that has three different nine bed dorms and three private rooms. The hostel also has a full kitchen which guests can use, free wi-fi, public computers, and a tourist information desk. There's a living room with a smart tv where many guests enjoy relaxing. There's also an on-site bar and several areas outside where you can hang out.

The hostel is just a five minute walk from Lapa, which is known for its street parties. There is also public transportation nearby which makes most of Rio accessible, including the city's top beaches.

The hostel was created by travelers and they've managed to give it the atmosphere of a home stay. It's a fun place to hang out, swap travel stories, and enjoy music and fun.