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Rio Forest Hostel

2.0 star property
Hostel with a rooftop terrace, near Flamengo Beach

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Staircase
Poolside bar
Interior detail
Outdoor pool
Front of property
Rio Forest Hostel blends natural surroundings with urban energy in Santa Teresa. Guests relax on the rooftop terrace, cool off in the pool, and appreciate practical amenities like dry cleaning and laundry services. The multilingual staff helps visitors navigate the vibrant city.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry

Room options

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Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (9 Camas ) | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Room, Mixed Dorm, Shared Bathroom (9 Camas )

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quarto Misto, 8 camas, banheiro ensuite | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Quarto Misto, 8 camas, banheiro ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Minibar
  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quarto Misto, 6 camas, banheiro ensuite | View from room

Quarto Misto, 6 camas, banheiro ensuite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Minibar
  • 35 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Balcony | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 40 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Suite, Private Bathroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • 35 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Minibar
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Dormitorio Feminino 6 Camas | Minibar, in-room safe, free WiFi

Dormitorio Feminino 6 Camas

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Hair dryer
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Minibar
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Large Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Teresa, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Rio Forest Hostel is near a metro station and near the beach. Shoppers can check out Shopping Tijuca, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Flamengo Beach and Copacabana Beach. Museum of Tomorrow and AquaRio are also worth visiting.
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Map
Rua Joaquim Murtinho, 517, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20241-320

What's nearby

  • Arcos da Lapa - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Flamengo Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Christ the Redeemer - 15 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Portinha Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar do Serginho - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Boteco Carioquinha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mandala Residência Gastronômica - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boteco do Gomes - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Dalapa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Rio Forest Hostel

Hostel near Maracanã Stadium
You can look forward to a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a garden at Rio Forest Hostel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and concierge services
  • A computer station, a TV in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Multilingual staff, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Rio Forest Hostel have perks such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • Separate sitting areas, separate dining areas, and communal kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private or shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Separate dining area
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
Pool access available from 8 AM to 11 PM
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Forest Hostel Rio
Rio Forest Hostel
Rio Forest Hostel Rio De Janeiro
Rio Forest Rio De Janeiro
Rio Forest
Rio Forest Hostel Rio Janeiro
Rio Forest Hostel Rio de Janeiro
Rio Forest Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Rio Forest Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Forest Hostel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8 AM–11 PM.

Is Rio Forest Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rio Forest Hostel?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Rio Forest Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

What time is check-out at Rio Forest Hostel?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Rio Forest Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A per vehicle, roundtrip fee applies.

Where is Rio Forest Hostel located?

Located in Santa Teresa, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Selarón Steps and Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro. Flamengo Beach is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away. Portinha Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

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