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Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio de Janeiro

Rua Guilhermina Guinle #95 | Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22270=060, Brazil
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London, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 19, 2013

Really helpful guy on reception when we arrived. The room was disappointing. Booked a superior 6 bed dorm and i have to say after 5 months travelling it was one of the worst. We had air con but the temperature was set quite high so made no difference. Plastic on the beds meant they were so uncomfortable and the bunk... More

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Bernardo S, Manager at Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio de Janeiro, responded to this review
February 28, 2013

Dear customer, Thank you for taking time to write your review. We will be checking all the issues you have mentioned on your review and all the necessary measures will be taken to provide all the comfort our guests deserve. Best regards, Beach Backpackers Hostel Management More

Bristol, United Kingdom
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23 reviews 23 reviews
15 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 5, 2013

I arrived in sunny Rio on my own. The hostel was quiet as everyone was out enjoying themselves. The staff were very friendly, spoke good English and the hostel seemed nice. They have a very big dog at the hostel (who I loved!) but if you don't like dogs then he may be a bit over-bearing for you when he... More

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54 reviews 54 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012 via mobile

Despite the hot weather which made the dorm room close to hell, the hostel is fine with great staff, great environment and a nice place to make friends and have a cold beer. I can't imagine a better neighbor than this. Close to everything and just a couple of blocks from the metro. When I come back to Rio, I... More

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11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed July 18, 2012 via mobile

I feel bad writing this review but I think other people should be made aware of what they are offering at this hostel. I can't comment on the dorms, they may be fine. We arrived late at night and were shown the double room we had booked and were completely shocked. Unfortunately it was too late to leave. The room... More

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Bernardo S, Owner at Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio de Janeiro, responded to this review
July 19, 2012

Dear Customer, I was in the Hostel at the moment you arrived and as you know we unfortunately had a problem with our reservations system and you were put by mistake in a twin room. Myself, the owner, offered you this night for free even after changing the twin beds for a Double bed. We were all very polite and... More

Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 17, 2012

I will definitely be back to Beach Backpackers! of all my travels, it was the friendliest and most helpful staff. the accommodations were clean and comfortable. there is a great 24 hour bar, with a happy hour every night, which provides a great way to meet other people. Some of the best people I met in South America were staying... More

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Buenos Aires, Argentina
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5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

The hostel was good. Average. The room for 2 people is small. It has just two "beds", non a table, non a rack. I mean "bed" between quotation marks, b/c it was made with three mattresses one over the other one. The staff is kind. The best is Charlie, the dog. Great location, far from the beach, but near from... More

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beachbackpackers, Manager at Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio de Janeiro, responded to this review
June 1, 2012

Dear Customer, You got a promotional rate (Half of the current price) for a Standard twin room with air conditioning and all the facilities on offer, included in the price. We have bigger rooms with 30 square meters ensuite but this type of room is only available for those willing to spend a little bit more than you did. We... More

Brasilia, Brazil
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20 reviews 20 reviews
8 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 5, 2012

Had an amazing time there! Good, very clean and cheap. Nice breakfast included. The bathroom looks newly redone and it was always really clean. Also, the hostel is between two large streets where you can get a lot of taxis and buses to everywhere in the city. Subway is close too. Just make sure you get the bottom bed in... More

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Cornwall
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 15, 2012

Great stay here!friendly staff! clean,have cleaners clean EVERYDAY. nice tv lounge,met great people we just drank in never went out met new friends to hang out and drink together so cool for meeting new people if travelling on own like me.,cheap beer and cocktails also soft drinks!served after 6pm(happy hour 7-8 2 drinks for 1) soft drinks will be served... More

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London, United Kingdom
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14 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 10, 2011

cheap drinks, nice lounge room, people generally really nice and friend and it is very cheap but there are some downfalls the rooms are tiny with 6 bunkbeds and no lockers for your backpacks (i ended up keeping my backpack on my bed because there was no room) and the bathrooms experienced some issues that didn't get resolved immediately the... More

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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33 reviews 33 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
28 helpful votes 28 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 9, 2011

I had to 'make changes', at short notice, to my travel plans when in Rio de Janeiro and so I had to also, choose this property as I always stay in an hotel. Hostels do not normally interest me because I Only stay in a private room and in a hostel set-up, that can mean paying for 4 people to... More

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Additional Information about Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio de Janeiro

Also Known As:
Beach Backpackers Hostel Rio De Janeiro Brazil
Address: Rua Guilhermina Guinle #95 | Botafogo, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22270=060, Brazil
Region: Brazil > State of Rio de Janeiro > Rio de Janeiro
Amenities:
Business Center Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking Kitchenette Pets Allowed Room Service Suites Wheelchair access
Hotel Style:
Ranked #57 of 180 Specialty lodging in Rio de Janeiro
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Our mission is to provide comfortable, secure and clean accommodation to the budget traveller. We offer competitive prices and extras such as free breakfast, free internet and wifi, free lockers and free bedlinen and towel. Our 24-hour reception is operated by helpful staff who are ready to answer all of your questions and offer the best advice about the local area. Our large social area offers a great place to relax on comfortable couches. You can make use of our flat screen TV with satellite channels for watching sports and movies. We have a DVD selection, a Playstation 2, a book exchange and board games. You will also find free internet stations with skype headphones and free wifi with a strong, fast connection. There is a guest phone for receiving calls from home or for making local or international calls. Our fully equipped kitchen has two large fridges for our guests to store food. We also have a built in water filter to top up your drinking bottles with fresh filtered water. Our private courtyard garden is a peaceful space to chill out and enjoy morning coffee or have an evening drink while listening to music and get to know your fellow travellers. We also have regular BBQ nights here with really excellent food and a fun party atmosphere. Tours and Activities: We have a fantastic night-life guide for travellers keen to party, which includes information for gay and lesbian backpackers. We have loads of ideas for people on a tight budget or for travelers who want to splurge and treat themselves to a great Brazilian meal. We also offer the best tours available to all tourist attractions in Rio, including: Sugar Loaf, Christ Statue, Maracanã Stadium, Botanical Garden, Santa Tereza Stairs, Lapa (the most famous bohemian neighbourhood where a huge street party takes place every Friday). Accommodation Information: We have private and dormitory rooms available with en-suite or shared bathrooms. Our rooms are spacious with modern furnishings and have new, comfortable mattresses. Our wi-fi signal is strong in all our rooms. Location Information: Our hostel is situated in Botafogo - a safe, central location. Within walking distance of our hostel you will find Botafogo Beach (5 mins) where you can see the famous Sugar Loaf. You can also walk to the world renowned Copacobana Beach (18 mins). We are beside many great local amenities including the metro, bus stops to all tourist attractions, trendy bars, restaurants, night clubs, frozen yogurt stores, juice bars, supermarkets, local markets, two large shopping malls (Starbucks!), 24-hour ATM (HSBC), pharmacies and a public hospital. ... more   less 
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