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Rio Forest Hostel

2.0 star property
Find your haven on our rooftop oasis with lush garden views. Take advantage of helpful concierge services for an unforgettable stay.

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Staircase
Outdoor pool
Poolside bar
Lobby
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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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Separate dining area
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Air conditioning
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
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Shared/communal kitchen
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
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  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Quarto Misto, 8 camas, banheiro ensuite

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  • 40 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Private Bathroom

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  • 35 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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  • 30 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

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Quarto Misto, 6 camas, banheiro ensuite

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Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
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Minibar
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  • 35 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Balcony
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  • 40 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Joaquim Murtinho, 517, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20241-320

What's nearby

  • Arcos da Lapa - 12 min walk
  • Flamengo Park - 17 min walk
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 19 min walk
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 4 min drive
  • Flamengo Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Portinha Tram Stop - 6 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Vila Galé - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Boteco Carioquinha - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Os Ximenes - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Café e Bar Victor - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Dalapa - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Rio Forest Hostel

Hostel near Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
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 vending machine, multilingual staff, and luggage storage
  • Barbecue grills, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe
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

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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 (surcharge)
  • Airport shuttle on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee daily 8 AM–10 AM
  • 1 poolside bar and 1 bar

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • This property does not have elevators

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dining room
  • Microwave (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • 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

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. Circo Voador and Arcos da Lapa are also within 15 minutes. Portinha Tram Stop is 6 minutes by foot and Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop is 6 minutes.

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Rio Forest Hostel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 39 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Mauricio

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You get what you pay for
The location was good , and conditions acceptable if you had no money to look for a better place . I had 5 day reservation pay for it, and left the next day . Perfect for backpackers or anyone that don’t care about looks .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Place in Lapa
Very unique place, with a quick 5-10 minute walk to Lapa. Loved this hostel!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

8/10 Good

Abel, Macaé

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Diversão na Lapa
Fui muito bem recebido, me trataram com atenção, fiquei num quarto legal apesar de quente. O acesso conta com MUITA escada, não é legal pra quem tenha alguma deficiência motora. É recomendável Sim, volto mais vezes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
PESSIMO HOSTEL!
Me acomodei no hostel no mes de abril de 2018 e debitaram um valor do meu cartão e ate hoje nao estornaram, valor este que foi debitado antes de minha chegada e disseram se tratar de um adiantamento que em momento algum foi abatido de valor total que paguei pela estadia. O hostel nao responde e-mail e nem contato que fiz pelo expedia. No mais, nao recomendo o hostel pois as instalações nao sao confortaveis, os quartos sao apertados e a localização não facilita uma saída noturna sem auxilio de apps de mobilidade. Gostaria de elogiar os funcionários que foram receptivos e simpáticos. Aguardo posicionamento referente a minha devolução de valores.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Rosano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nicely located place, decent breakfast, some interesting travellers, and lots of space to hang out or sit in silence. The neighbourhood is apparently not the safest but I didn't have problems.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Johan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour en famille
2 jour sympa dans cette gesthouse bien situer pour visiter le centre de rio.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Tei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
não vale à pena
Café da manhã fraco. Cama horrível e travesseiros idem. Quarto apertado e sem cortina, ou seja, você é acordado com o sol na cara. Banheiro pequeno e a descarga estava quebrada. Manutenção precária do estabelecimento em geral. De positivo só o ar condicionado que funcionava bem.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Passei o fim de semana no Hostel. A vista é fenomenal, o preço foi bom e o bairro onde o Hostel está localizado, Santa Teresa, é um charme
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

fabrissio, chile

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice view
You wont find a better hostel in Lapa. The staff is kind and helpful, they have the better información about almost everything in Río. There are pool parties all sundays.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cuidar mais da limpeza e trocar colchões.
O hostel precisa de um pouco mais de cuidado com a limpeza e com os colchões que são desconfortáveis. A localização é muito boa, principalmente para quem vai usar o aeroporto Santos Dumont, é o pessoal do hostel é bastante prestativo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lilian , guarulhos- sp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Agradável, ótima localização, ambiente agradável
Nunca havia ficado em hotel antes, este foi o primeiro! Eu gostei de cara pelo preço! E depois que cheguei lá fui super bem recebida o lugar super bom de localização, a vista linda dos arcos da lapa :) A recepção super atenciosa! Acomodação muito boa sempre limpa e café da manhã também muito bom! Recomendo!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Remi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon hostel, proche de Lapa
Bon hostel, dans le quartier des artistes Sanata Teresa, proche du bruyant quartier de Lapa pour les soirées, mais assez oloin pour ne pas etre dérangé par le bruit pour dormir, cadre de l'hotel agréable, tout comme l'équipe
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
jovem, que quer pagar um preço honesto e quer ter uma experiencia incrível nessa cidade mais incrível ainda.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christian, Itapema/SC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Albergue aconchegante, honesto e divertido.
Excelente albergue para quem visita a cidade do Rio de Janeiro-RJ. As acomodações são agradáveis e limpas, o café da manhã é pontual e especial, a equipe humana é diversificada, compreensível, divertida e informativa. A casa está localizada no bairro Santa Tereza, muito perto do Centro histórico, do Morro Curvelo, dos arcos da Lapa, dos Museus, dos teatros, dos bancos e da panificadora oficial dos biscoitos globo... A locomoção do turista pode ser feita a pé e ou com transporte público para qualquer praia e ou ponto turístico da cidade maravilhosa.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg, Plano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place
Great staff
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gustavo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo Hostel
Muito boa. Ótima localização, bem frequentado, ótimo atendimento. E Hostel muito legal. Vários ambientes, mirantes com lindas vistas. Não tive problemas, mas acho que poderia ter mais banheiros e chuveiros.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deborah, McDonough, GA.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Rio Forest Hotel.. delightful stay!! !!!
Rio Forest Hostel was like a villa on the cliffs of Rio. Scenery beautiful accommodations wonderful staff very helpful and delightful. All you could wish for in a community that was nostalgic and gorgeous. The staff was wonderful and catered to your every need. I give this hostel 5 stars and would definitely return here whenever in Rio de Janeiro.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nelson, São Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Vista linda e muito próximo da Lapa, arcos e bares
Muito agradável, equipe muito atenciosa e um bar incrível!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Vitinho, Sao Paulo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hostel legal porém muito afastado.
Funcionários legais e prestativos, tudo ótimo, tirando a ladeira que temos que subir e descer pra acessar o Hostel. Tem Bondinho que passa em frente mas ele para de funcionar cedo, tem onibus também mas nao tem ponto perto. Café da manhã regrado demais, horrivel mas tudo bem é o único detalhe negativo.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lucas, Curitiba, Paraná

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muito bom
Hostel perto do centro e da vida noturna do Rio, muito limpo, bom atendimento, com uma vista incrível e todas as áreas do hostel são muito confortáveis. Só deixou a desejar no café da manhã, pois, diz ser incluso mas só pode pegar uma vez sem nem poder pegar mais um copo de suco.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mathieu, Poitiers

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambre Forest
Très bon séjour de cinq nuits au Rio Forest dans la chambre avec balcon, vraiment agréable! Le quartier est central et pratique pour toutes les visites de la ville (plages, centre...) mais un peu difficile d'accès en montée, ne pas hésiter a prendre des taxis qui sont à des tarifs vraiment abordables. Le point négatif c'est l'implication du bar et petit déjeuner, ne parlant pas anglais donc sans effort supplémentaire en plus du service de base. Les réceptionnistes, eux, sont tous eux très sympas et serviables! Un très bon hôtel dans l'ensemble avec la piscine trop agréable en fin de journée.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Bart, Holland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Prima verblijf voor 3 nachten
Toen we met de taxi de rit naar het hostel namen schrokken we in eerste instantie een beetje van de buurt waar we doorheen gingen, maar al snel kwamen we in een andere buurt terecht en zag het er redelijk veilig uit. Eenmaal bij het hostel belden we aan en moesten we een redelijk lange trap omhoog lopen met de bagage, gelukkig kwam er na de eerste trap een klein gondeltje naar beneden om de bagage op te halen, want om bij het hostel te komen moet je nog een stukje klimmen (en in de hitte is dat best zwaar!) eenmaal boven werd onze bagage uit de gondel gehaald de de receptioniste en naar de receptie gesleept (het was een klein vrouwtje, maar ze wilde heel graag helpen!) inchecken verliep vlot en ik kon het resterende bedrag met mijn creditcard betalen (bleek ook nog eens 10 euro goedkoper te zijn vanwege de koerswisseling!) vervolgens moesten we weer een trap op om bij onze privé kamer te komen (santa Teresa) en de receptioniste bood weer aan om de tas de tillen, uiteindelijk hebben we het met z'n tweetjes gedaan ;-). De kamer was erg hoog, er was airco en een aparte badkamer, maar alles oogde een beetje oud, is ook wel de stijl van het hostel. beddengoed wordt niet verschoond, maar je bed wordt wel opgemaakt iedere dag! Geluidsoverlast hadden we ook nauwelijks. metro stations liggen op loopafstand, maar je moet niet slecht ter been zijn. Hostel is zeker een aanrader, vooral dankzij de staff!!