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Aquarela do Leme - Hostel

2.5 star property
Beach hostel near Copacabana Beach

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Terrace/patio
Living area
Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing
Reception
Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Breakfast included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

Map
Ladeira Ary Barroso,21, Leme RJ, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22010-060
  • Copacabana Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Avenida Atlantica
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Sugar Loaf Mountain
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Basic shared dormitory (12 beds) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Basic shared dormitory (12 beds)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 12 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory (8 beds)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

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Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds) | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Oceanside stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this Leme hostel, you'll find Copacabana Beach and Avenida Atlantica. Also, Praia do Leme is within half a mile (1 km) and Rua Barata Ribeiro is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Copacabana Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Avenida Atlantica - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Rio Sul Shopping Mall - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sugar Loaf Mountain - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Christ the Redeemer - 16 min drive - 5.3 miles

Getting around

  • Cardeal Arcoverde Station - 3 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 9 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boteco Belmonte - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bar Lobby - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Panificação Confeitaria Duque Caxias - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shirley - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Estrela de Luz - Quiosque - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel

Beach hostel near Copacabana Beach
You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour fitness center, a rooftop terrace, and a library are also featured at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Rio de Janeiro hostel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2016
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
Aquarela do Leme - Hostel offers 12 shared accommodations with air conditioning, safes, and blackout drapes/curtains. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. This Rio de Janeiro hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Shared accommodations
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 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; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent 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. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Aquarela Leme Hostel Rio de Janeiro
Aquarela Leme Hostel
Aquarela Leme Rio de Janeiro
Aquarela Leme
Aquarela do Leme
Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Rio de Janeiro
Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

How close is Aquarela do Leme - Hostel to the airport?

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel is 6 mi (18-min drive) away from the Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Aquarela do Leme - Hostel have an airport shuttle?

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Aquarela do Leme - Hostel to the beach?

This hostel is a short 8-minute walk from Copacabana Beach and 8-minute walk from Praia do Leme. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Aquarela do Leme - Hostel offer free breakfast?

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel offers free buffet breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel?

No, there is no casino at this hostel.

What time is check-in at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does Aquarela do Leme - Hostel have a pool?

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel does not have a pool.

Does Aquarela do Leme - Hostel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is Aquarela do Leme - Hostel to downtown Rio de Janeiro?

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel is 3.8 mi away from Rio de Janeiro.

Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unique, Authentic Rio experience

I really enjoyed my one-week stay at Aquarele do Leme. The staff is great: super helpful and friendly. Even the owner, Thibault, is very nice and accessible. The terrace is the best. I enjoyed my coffee up there every morning. The breakfast included eggs, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers and assorted fruits, plus all of the normal stuff. The coffee is excellent and was a pleasant surprise, given that this is a budget hotel in the middle of a favela. I never felt any danger whatsoever walking up and down the 5 minute hill to Leme and Copacabana. I really appreciated the scrupulous and diligent cleaners and I'd be happy to stay here again. Muito obrigada!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rajat

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hyewoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Strange atmosphere for a hostel!

Breakfast was the highlight each day, great choices. Dorms were okay, but did smell like they were cleaned with dirty water some days. The atmosphere was a bit strange, this is not your usual hostel, it is also a family’s home. Their children would be screaming and shouting and watchingTV in the common area really very loud. Which means hostel guests could not relax there. The children seemed to do what they want. When you first arrive you don’t receive much information, like where is the terrace, there is a gym on the roof, they offer a washing service, what time is breakfast etc. it is also essential to be added to the WhatsApp group so that you don’t miss information. Volunteers were lovely but there is a high turnover rate - this also impacts the atmosphere. The location is great, be prepared it is within a favella at the very top of a very big hill but the environment around the hostel is great and Leme itself is a lovely part of Rio
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Leeds

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ravit

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is the highest quality hostel in Rio de Janeiro. The facilities are brand new. The beds are little cabins with drapes and are thus semi-private. It is kept very clean and the complimentary breakfast is fresh and delicious. Excellent selection drinks at the bar. Beautiful views from the roof. Highly recommended for those who need space from the party hostel environment.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay in Rio de Janeiro

Very nice and spacious hostel a bit uphill from beach and main street. Great views for watching fireworks on New Year’s eve. At the edge of pacified favela, so not a very scary place, but you need to watch out for your belongings (like everywhere in Rio). Hostel is in superb condition, staff is very friendly and breakfast options are more than good (much wider choices than standard).
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

CanadaTraveller

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great safe local experience with outstanding staff whonare in sabatrical from law, engineers, human resources, finance, wow. And thebcustomers are respectful, open and collaborative. Whatban enjoyable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

TeenTeen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

CanadaVisitor

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service and care 👍😊 Very clean, quality and private.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

David

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

July 2019 Rio de Janeiro

My wife and I both agree, we made a great choice to stay at Aquarela do Leme. Thibault is the best host and is very accommodating to the needs of all guests. Don’t hesitate to book your room because this place is in high demand. It is literallty just five minutes from the beach, we could see it from our room, and the short walk up the hill is actually one of the things that we will treasure the most! Enjoy a comfortable and genuine experience at the Aquarela do Leme.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best Hostels I have ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pepe Jr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

110% recommended!

My first ever hostel stay was the best travel accomodation I had. My friends would also tell me that I am an expensive traveler as I travel a lot but always stay in luxurious hotels. This time I wanted to make a difference so I tried to stay at Aquarela. The roof deck view was amazing, 1 side facing the beautiful Copacabana beach and the otherside facing the Babilonia favela. Many would probably think that it is dangerous because it is located at the entrance of Favela but definitely no. The neighboorhood were very friendly, there were police presence, free breakfast 110% friendlt staff (the owner even asked me if I want to stay in the room as long as I want as my flight leaves at 11:45PM. Family friendly hostel, 2 cute and friendly kids were there during my stay. Animal friendly hostel (i love dogs heavenly). The guests were very nice and disciplined (we wash our own plates/utensils after use which I find really cool). The cleanliness was superb. The room was excellent with each bed has its own privacy curtain (feels like rooms in a cruise ship). Hostel lobby staffed 24 hours. There is a bar if you want to grab some drinks. Oh yes, definitely recommendable place! Very safe!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an amazing stay here. The staff are very friendly and helpful and the vibe is great. Will recommend this place to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

L

Clean and welcoming hostel with a great family running it in a great location with an amazing roof terrace.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Phenomenal hostel. All the other reviews are right. Hope nothing ruins this in future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Exceptional!!

This is THE best experience I've ever had in a hostel! The owners Thibault and Marielle went above and beyond what I expected to welcome me and help me have a wonderful stay, and they truly care about their guests. They are kind, warm, approachable - I cannot say enough good things. The place itself is a beautiful space, with high ceilings, open feel, spotless, and a rooftop patio where I enjoyed one of the best BBQs I think Rio can offer ;) The breakfast was also completely beyond expectations - a huge spread with fruits, homemade yogourt, different granolas, waffles, homemade cakes, homemade bread, and gourmet teas with ingredients I absolutely wouldn't expect in a hostel like rose petals. The bathrooms were spotless and the showers always hot and excellent pressure. The rooms are also fabulous and were thoughtfully designed, with pod capsule like beds offering privacy in the dorm rooms, lockers and individual outlets. It was a place where I was able to get a quiet night's rest if I wanted, but when wanting to go out, it was a very social crowd to explore the nightlight of Rio. The other travellers I met were all great - this seems to be a place that attracts wonderful people :) The location is great, walking distance to Leme beach and a fun party scene at the edge of Leme. Marielle and Thibault have created a haven in Rio!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Aidan, Belfast, Ireland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hostel in a favela like area

Fantastic hostel all round, probably the best I've stayed in. The area is part of the experience but can feel a bit dodgy - maybe get a taxi or uber straight to the hostel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marly Cristina da Silva

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
O lugar é ótimo , um bom atendimento, a limpeza é ótima , o único ponto negativo é que é em um morro , não é fácil acesso pra Uber
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025