Favela Hostel

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

About this property

Essential Facilities: Favela Hostel in Rio de Janeiro offers a sun terrace, restaurant, bar, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the lounge, picnic area, or enjoy karaoke and barbecue facilities. The property also features a tour desk and luggage storage. Comfortable Accommodations: The hostel provides air-conditioning, private and shared bathrooms, work desks, and wardrobes. Additional amenities include showers, terraces, and a restaurant ambiance suitable for families. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves lunch and dinner with Japanese, pizza, sushi, and Brazilian cuisines. Guests can enjoy meals in a welcoming environment. Local Attractions: Sao Conrado Beach is 1.2 mi away, while Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens are 4.3 mi distant. Other nearby points include Rodrigo de Freitas Lake (5.6 mi) and Sugarloaf Mountain (8.7 mi). Jacarepaguá Airport is 9.9 mi from the property.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Availability

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Guest reviews

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Mirek
Czech Republic Czech Republic
“We had the absolute best time at the Favela Hostel! Carlos and the guys treat you just like family from day one. It’s such a unique place to stay, and we felt completely safe the entire time. On top of that, everything was clean and nice. The...”
Dan
United States United States
“I liked that it had an amazing rooftop with good views and the beds have curtains and also how it’s right above an amazing restaurant”
Maryjohn
United States United States
“The location is away from the touristy areas of Rio so you can get a different feel of the city. Carlos is super accommodating and makes you feel welcome and safe! Walking distance to beach and great street food, Wednesday Street market right...”
Vaibhav
Nepal Nepal
“You’ve no idea how cool the people are and the place is! Carlos is a heck of a human being! The hostel is new , clean and tidy, there are restaurants nearby, the metro is just 5 minutes walk as well! More important than anything Carlos feels more...”
Hannah
United States United States
“Great hostel the cleanest we have stayed at in Brazil by far it has just been renovated and is very well kept up! The staff is excellent very helpful and knowledgeable about the area and it was a pleasure to stay there!”
Kévin
France France
“I had a great stay at the favela hostel. The place is clean, safe, and has a really friendly atmosphere. The manager Carlos speak English fluently and he’s incredibly attentive and always ready to help, he gives great advice and recommendations...”
Vesta
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Brand new property, hot showers, roof terrace, big lockers. Just off the main road of Rocinha no need to get a moto, easy to get to. Friendly staff”
Marine
France France
“Favela Hostel is incredible... very well located right at the entrance to the favela, next to the metro. The hostel was built by a family, and the quality of the materials is very impressive. The beds are comfortable, and the curtains provide...”
Richard
Uruguay Uruguay
“Somos una pareja uruguaya, la verdad el hospedaje fue maravilloso habitacion perfecta, el dueño muy amable nos sentimos muy seguros tanto de noche como de día... Volveríamos sin pensarlo”
Gabriel
France France
“L’ambiance et l’accueil de cette auberge a été incroyable. Je me suis senti comme chez moi pendant mon mois dans l’auberge. J’ai rencontré de superbes personnes que je n’oublierai jamais donc je recommande fortement.”

Area info

Restaurants

2 Restaurants On Site
La Roma
  • Cuisine
    Brazilian • Pizza
  • Open for
    Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly
Sushi Roma
  • Cuisine
    Japanese • Sushi
  • Ambience
    Family-friendly

Amenities of Favela Hostel

Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free Wifi
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • BBQ facilities
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

House rules

Favela Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 1:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Favela Hostel