Hostel in Rio de Janeiro
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About this hostel
Located in Rio de Janeiro and with Selarón Steps reachable within 1.4 miles, Central Hostel provides a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is around 1.6 miles from Municipal Theater, 1.
Amenities at Central Hostel
Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Air conditioning
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Spa
Kitchen
WiFi/Internet
Shared living spaces
Garden
Accessible Parking
Outdoor Cooking
Family friendly
Smoking allowed
Contactless check-in/out
Fire extinguisher
Cleaning products
Map of Rio de Janeiro
Available Rooms
Ratings and reviews
100% verified reviews10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Apr 2026
I had an amazing stay at Central Hostel! For one, the staff was so patient and welcoming with me. I don’t speak Portuguese at all, so they patiently worked with me to understand what I was saying as I fumbled through Google Translate. Then I got my own plans wrong (totally my fault) and showed up a day early, unexpectedly. They had availability and graciously changed my reservation to allow me to stay the unexpected night I arrived. I also had some confusion on the front end because something on booking.com said not to transfer any money, but thus property requires a deposit. I reached out to booking.com and they confirmed it was fine, so I sent the deposit. The owners were gracious and understanding about all of that process too (and just as an FYI, for future bookers that it’s totally legit and safe to send the deposit… These guys are great!!). The whole family was super kind and accommodating, and willing to help with any needs. Then I can’t say enough about the location itself. If you are there for Carnaval, there is literally no better location as it is not only within walking distance, but right around the corner from a lot of the food trucks and festivities. It was a perfect location to hit blocos and walk to the Sambadrome. Awesome location!!
I can’t think of anything I didn’t like, but just to be helpful for future bookers, be sure to bring a lock for a locker because the door to the room with beds does not lock. You’ll definitely want to lock your things up in the lockers, but they’re nice and spacious. I didn’t have any issues with my stuff. :) Fellow guests were very friendly and helpful as well.
9.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jan 2026
Gostei da sensação de se sentir a vontade
Não gostei de ir embora 😄
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Jul 2025
Segunda vez que me hospedei no Central. Custo benefício ótimo, além dessa família maravilhosa que administra o hostel. Walter é um querido, Roberta também é uma hostess maravilhosa.
Senti falta de uma resenha, mas o tempo limitado devido ao show da Lady Gaga impossibilitou.
6.0 / 10.0Average·Mar 2026
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"I had an amazing stay at Central Hostel! For one, the staff was so patient and welcoming with me. I don’t speak Portuguese at all, so they patiently worked with me to understand what I was saying as I..."
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