Socialtel Rio Lapa

3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Flamengo Beach

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Balcony view
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Lobby
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Rua Visc. de Maranguape, 9 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, 20021-390
  • Arcos da Lapa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Flamengo Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Rockstar Room

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Unique Room

  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Standard Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Bed in Large Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bed in 8-Bed Dormitory Room

  • 258 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Bed in Female Dorm

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 6
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

Standard Room

  • Sleeps 8
  • 8 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Heart of Rio de Janeiro.With a stay at this Lapa hotel, you'll be steps from Arcos da Lapa and Selarón Steps. Circo Voador and Fundição Progresso are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Arcos da Lapa - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Flamengo Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Museum of Tomorrow - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 2 min drive
  • Portinha Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arcos da Lapa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Ernesto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Selina Lapa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Lapa Irish Pub - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gohan - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Rio Lapa

3-star hotel near Flamengo Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business center on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Socialtel Rio Lapa.

This 3-star Rio de Janeiro hotel is smoke free.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Socialtel Rio Lapa offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately USD 14.00 for adults and USD 14.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 51.909.096/0001-46

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.

Property is also known as

Selina Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio Hotel
Selina Rio Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio
Selina Hotel
Selina

Frequently asked questions

How close is Socialtel Rio Lapa to the airport?

Socialtel Rio Lapa is 1.6 mi (5-min drive) away from the Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

As of May 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Socialtel Rio Lapa on Jun 1, 2025 start from $41.29, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Socialtel Rio Lapa.

How close is Socialtel Rio Lapa to the beach?

This hotel is 5.2 mi (13-min drive) from Copacabana Beach and 7.2 mi (20-min drive) from Ipanema Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Socialtel Rio Lapa, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of USD 14.00 for adults and USD 14.00 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa have a pool?

Socialtel Rio Lapa does not have a pool.

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Socialtel Rio Lapa to downtown Rio de Janeiro?

Socialtel Rio Lapa is 0.5 mi away from Rio de Janeiro.

Socialtel Rio Lapa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 304 out of 496 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 496 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 496 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 496 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 496 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathaniel

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in the vibrant Lapa neighbourhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAEV

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to be with; the food being served is excellent. Staff are always friendly and accomodating
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar, Bakersfield Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a awesome hotel they have a kitchen so you can cook and save money a library my room didn’t have hot water but maybe that’s normal in Brazil the area is kinda scary to walk around at night but in the day time is pretty safe
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier Quintero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jhgh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seline Lapa is the best
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a bar on the rooftop with DJ, magnificent view of Lapa in the night, sometimes they close the bar at 10:30pm, you have a welcome drink from 5:00pm to 5:30pm so don't be late.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis E

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that the staff was very accommodating and it was easy to find but I didn't like that YOU HAD TO LABEL FOOD OR DRINKS OR THEY GET THROWN OUT!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hostels! The dining options were great, the room clean, guard on duty (it's Brazil....). Pretty building. I was able to walk everywhere I needed to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Standard Selina in not the best area. Nice rooftop bar, helpful staff. Small dorm for 8, no towel provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff are wonderfully helpful (and speak English!). They accommodated an early check in for us and allowed us to store our bags after check out due to a late departing flight. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Holly

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

Good location & nice staff

The staff were super lovely and the property is in a good location. The rooms are nice but I think we were just a bit unfortunate to get one without a working extractor fan which made the room a bit damp and smelly... we did let them know but we were only there for a short time! Wifi was good Kitchen could do with a few more spoons!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Liliana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robinson

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They are all the best!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Urssulla

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the stay and the party at the rooftop.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniela paola

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Akanke

Liked: Cleanliness
I like the room. It was thoughtfully decorated and very clean. I didn’t find the staff very helpful or pleasant. It was like I was bothering them whenever I’d ask for information. It was the other guests who helped me when needed. The kitchen only had 2 spoons, no bowls, and 2 cups. I think it’s important to let people know that the Lapa area, at least near the hotel, has a lot of homelessness and people addicted to substances. I think having a Welcome Session to inform guests about the property, location, and public transportation options would be very helpful.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

elwira

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hostel is a disgrace! I chose it specifically for its coworking space, but my experience has been a nightmare. The first night, I couldn't sleep due to loud toilet pipes at 3 AM. The second night, a man repeatedly tried to enter my room from 9 PM to 3 AM, leaving me terrified. Despite the supposed 24/7 reception, they were unresponsive. Now, Selina is refusing to refund me for the remaining stay, despite Expedia advising me to leave early. Avoid Selina at all costs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Maria Paz

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty sheets. Awful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

guillaume

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024