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

On average, it’s C$ 123/night for a hostel in Rio de Janeiro, though C$ 69/night or less would be considered a good deal. The least expensive hostel our users have found recently was for C$ 21/night in Rio de Janeiro. Try to avoid booking your hostel in December (the most expensive month). Booking in October (the cheapest month) could save you money.

What’s the best hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

Aquarela do Leme boasts a 9.2/10 review rating from 1,876 users, making it the best hostel in Rio de Janeiro.

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

It is 17.9 km to get from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Gaia Confort Hostel (the nearest Rio de Janeiro hostel to the airport).

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

The most popular neighbourhood to stay in Rio de Janeiro is Zona Sul, according to our data. 4% of users who searched for hostels in Rio de Janeiro looked for properties in Zona Sul. If you’re interested in staying in Zona Sul, consider the Bamboo Rio Hostel - the neighbourhood’s most popular hostel.

What is the most popular hostel in Rio de Janeiro closest to Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí?

Gaia Confort Hostel is the most popular hostel in Rio de Janeiro that’s close to Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí (the city’s most popular landmark). There are 4.9 km from Gaia Confort Hostel to Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí. While there may be other hostels near Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí, Gaia Confort Hostel is highly rated (9.0/10) by 1,535 users.

Should I stay in a Rio de Janeiro hostel?

Aside from the fact that Rio de Janeiro hostels tend to be more affordable than other stay types, they also have a more lively social scene. This social environment is perfect for individuals, couples, and even families who are looking to meet fellow travellers in Rio de Janeiro.

Does Rio de Janeiro have hostels with “Air-conditioned” listed as an amenity?

Yes, there are hostels in Rio de Janeiro with “Air-conditioned” as a listed amenity. According to our data, 12 hostels have the “Air-conditioned” amenity in the Rio de Janeiro area. El Misti Hostel Ipanema is a popular hostel among HotelsCombined users who are looking for this particular feature.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro is May (C$ 40). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Rio de Janeiro is February (C$ 109).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest day to stay in Rio de Janeiro is Friday (C$ 39). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 211.

How much is a hostel in Rio de Janeiro tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Rio de Janeiro tonight starting as low as C$ 27, rising to an average cost of C$ 109, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 48 for a 4-star hostel in Rio de Janeiro for tonight.

How much is a Rio de Janeiro hostel room this weekend?

In the past 72 hours, we’ve seen prices for hostels in Rio de Janeiro this weekend for as little as C$ 24/night. If you’re specifically looking for a 3-star hotel this weekend, our users have found prices as low as C$ 27/night. For a 4-star hostel in Rio de Janeiro, the cheapest rate recently found was C$ 34/night for this weekend.

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 87 days before your trip to Rio de Janeiro. The lowest price found when booking 87 days ahead was C$ 30 per night.

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What is the cheapest month to book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest month to book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro is May (C$ 40). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Rio de Janeiro is February (C$ 109).

What is the cheapest day to stay in a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

The cheapest day to stay in Rio de Janeiro is Friday (C$ 39). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Thursday, when the average nightly price is C$ 211.

How much is a hostel in Rio de Janeiro tonight?

Users have found prices for hostels in Rio de Janeiro tonight starting as low as C$ 27, rising to an average cost of C$ 109, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from C$ 48 for a 4-star hostel in Rio de Janeiro for tonight.

How much is a Rio de Janeiro hostel room this weekend?

How far ahead should you book a hostel in Rio de Janeiro?

Save money by booking a hostel at least 87 days before your trip to Rio de Janeiro. The lowest price found when booking 87 days ahead was C$ 30 per night.

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Should I stay in a Rio de Janeiro hostel?

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