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The 10 Best Homestays in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

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Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of sea, Marambaia Mar is a recently renovated homestay situated in Rio de Janeiro, 100 metres from Barra de Guaratiba Beach. Located on the beachfront, this property has a terrace and a bar. There is a restaurant serving Brazilian cuisine, and free private parking is available.

We had an absolutely wonderful stay here. The views are unbelievable, the hotel was incredibly clean and comfortable and the people who work there were very friendly and happy to help with anything. You will not regret staying here. So amazing!!!

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9.2
Superb
314 reviews

Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Hotel Pousada Irmaos Freyhardt offers beachfront accommodation 500 metres from Bica Beach and features various facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool and a bar. Among the facilities at this property are a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available.

The staff were extremely friendly and assisted us with whatever we needed. 😃

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9
Superb
936 reviews
Price from
£32
per night

Located in Rio de Janeiro, 2.4 km from Barra da Tijuca Beach and 15 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens, Pousada OASIS DO BARRAL offers free WiFi and air conditioning. The property is situated 16 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake, 19 km from Tijuca Forest National Park and 22 km from Sugarloaf Mountain. When staying at the guest house, guests can use private entrance.

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9.6
Exceptional
171 reviews

Ideally located in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, Casa Saga - All Suites is set less than 1 km from Copacabana Beach, 2.2 km from Ipanema Beach and 2.3 km from Arpoador Beach. This guest house offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi. Sugarloaf Mountain is 7.4 km away and Tijuca Forest National Park is 10 km from the guest house.

Amazing location, amazing staff.

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9.3
Superb
160 reviews

Offering inner courtyard views, Guest House Copacabana Hostel is an accommodation set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.3 km from Diabo Beach and 2.6 km from Ipanema Beach. It is located 500 metres from Copacabana Beach and offers a shared kitchen. The homestay also provides free WiFi as well as a paid airport shuttle service.

Very different type of hostel... It's just a dorm in someone's apartment. It was a great place to get a good night of sleep after too many Caparinhas. Highly recommend if you're looking for something chill with nice staff.

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9
Superb
266 reviews
Price from
£9
per night

Conveniently situated in the Ipanema district of Rio de Janeiro, Quarto com suíte para mulheres is located 1 km from Arpoador Beach, 1.4 km from Copacabana Beach and 3.3 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake. The air-conditioned accommodation is 400 metres from Ipanema Beach. The homestay features family rooms.

It was quite cheap, so I had my doubts when I booked it, but I don't regret at all. Very well located, safe, AC in the room (only at night, and you cannot control the temperature, but at least it is), bathroom in the room to share with 3 other girls. I loved the fact it's female only place, that made me feel safe during the carnival.

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9
Superb
103 reviews
Price from
£11
per night

Casa Pedra Bonita in Rio de Janeiro provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view and a garden. The property features garden and quiet street views, and is 39 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens. There is free private parking and the property provides paid airport shuttle service.

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9.1
Superb
122 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

Set in Rio de Janeiro, 500 metres from Ipanema Beach and 1.3 km from Leblon Beach, DeROSE Ipanema - quarto no coração de Ipanema offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a shared lounge. It is situated 1.8 km from Arpoador Beach and features a shared kitchen. Tijuca Forest National Park is 8.1 km away and Sugarloaf Mountain is 8.8 km from the homestay.

Everything exactly how I like it. The whole accommodation is super clean. It's super close to restaurants and the beach yet super quiet. The shared bathroom is so modern and comfy. I truly loved my stay! It's super important for me that there is no mold or weird smell in the room and this was definitely not the case. I felt sooo good.

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9.2
Superb
124 reviews
Price from
£54
per night

Located within 800 metres of Copacabana Beach and 2.2 km of Arpoador Beach, Suítes/Studios Privados Copacabana provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Rio de Janeiro. The homestay, set in a building dating from 1978, is 2.2 km from Ipanema Beach and 2.4 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake. Featuring a private entrance, the homestay allows guests to maintain their privacy.

We liked everything! the room was super comfortable, clean with everything we needed. The location is just perfect. Close to shops, restaurants, supermarket, pharmacy, the beach and close to a metro station. The host Tatiana and her husband Flavio are very nice. Tatiana is indeed a superhost! she went beyond and above to help us with every question we had and everything else.

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9.7
Exceptional
265 reviews

Located in Rio de Janeiro within 11 km of AquaRio Rio Marine Aquarium and 13 km of Maracanã Stadium, Quarto Privativo em Condominio offers accommodation with free WiFi. A kitchen is provided at the property.

Convenient and clean - very close to the airport

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9.2
Superb
761 reviews
Price from
£18
per night

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  • Marambaia Mar
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 314 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor swimming pool and views of sea, Marambaia Mar is a recently renovated homestay situated in Rio de Janeiro, 100 metres from Barra de Guaratiba Beach.

    Ambiente super limpo e funcionários muito atenciosos

  • Hotel Pousada Irmaos Freyhardt
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 936 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, Hotel Pousada Irmaos Freyhardt offers beachfront accommodation 500 metres from Bica Beach and features various facilities, such as an outdoor swimming pool and a bar.

    Super friendly staff. Excellent breakfast included.

  • Casa Pedra Bonita
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 123 reviews

    Casa Pedra Bonita in Rio de Janeiro provides adults-only accommodation with pool with a view and a garden.

    O lugar é bem aconchegante e a recepção foi perfeita.

  • CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 209 reviews

    Featuring pool views, CLIFFSIDE - Boutique Hotel & Spa provides accommodation with a bar, barbecue facilities and a shared lounge, around 300 metres from Joatinga Beach.

    Tudo. Korá, Paulo, os chefs, quarto ótimo. Tudo maravilhoso.

  • Sweet Rio Residence Taquara
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 149 reviews

    Sweet Rio Residence Taquara is located in Rio de Janeiro. Free WiFi access is available in this homestay. Barra da Tijuca Beach is 13 km away, while Maracanã Stadium is a 15 km distance.

    Fomos muito bem recebidos,tudo limpo e organizado

  • Hotelinho Urca Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 619 reviews

    Morro da Urca Rock stands behind this stylish guest house, located only 500 metres from Praia Vermelha and Praia da Urca beaches. It boasts panoramic sea views from its sun terrace and pool.

    Amazing location, view and staff. Highly recommend!

  • Minas Em Marambaia
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro and only 1.7 km from Barra de Guaratiba Beach, Minas Em Marambaia provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking.

    Cada espaço mt bem planejado, confortável, lindo e aconchegante. Ani e Reuben são um casal de bom coração e bem atenciosos

  • Hospedaria Santa Bárbara
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Set in the charming Paquetá Island, Hospedaria Santa Bárbara features free WiFi throughout the property. The guest house has a barbecue and views of the garden. The rooms include a flat-screen TV.

    Da hospitalidade de Leandro e Ricardo e da torta de macã.

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  • Quarto em Bhakti Ashram Copacabana
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    The recently renovated Quarto em Bhakti Ashram Copacabana is located in Rio de Janeiro, near Copacabana Beach and Leme Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 2.7 km from Botafogo Beach.

  • Copacabana Pedreira
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 3 reviews

    Offering mountain views, Copacabana Pedreira is an accommodation set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.4 km from Diabo Beach and 2.8 km from Ipanema Beach.

  • Quarto Muito confortável em Copacabana
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2 reviews

    Quarto Muito confortável em Copacabana is situated in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, 1.5 km from Arpoador Beach, 1.7 km from Diabo Beach and 2.7 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake.

  • Casa Grande e Confortável
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 5.7 km from Maracanã Stadium and 11 km from Escadaria Selarón, Casa Grande e Confortável features air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi.

  • Quarto privativo em apartamento
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Quarto privativo em apartamento is situated in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, 700 metres from Copacabana Beach, 2.7 km from Red Beach and 3.9 km from Sugarloaf Mountain.

  • Quarto em Copacabana
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Attractively set in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, Quarto em Copacabana is situated 700 metres from Copacabana Beach, 2 km from Leme Beach and 2.8 km from Diabo Beach.

  • suite deluxe vista mar Copacabana - entrada independente
    9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Suite deluxe vista mar Copacabana - entrada independente is a beachfront property situated in Rio de Janeiro, 300 metres from Leme Beach and 600 metres from Copacabana Beach.

    Gostei de tudo muito bem organizado,,muito b recepcionada pela Alessandra parabéns nota 10

  • Quartos em Laranjeiras
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 26 reviews

    Situated 1.5 km from Botafogo Beach, Quartos em Laranjeiras offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a spa bath.

    Do início ao fim tudo perfeito, grato ao Guilherme!!

  • Cantinho familiar-Humaitá - somente mulheres - just women
    9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 37 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, 1.7 km from Rodrigo de Freitas Lake and 2.7 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens, Cantinho familiar-Humaitá - somente mulheres - just women features air-conditioned...

    A anfitriã é muito simpática e solícita, foi tudo ótimo.

  • Casa Geranio
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 258 reviews

    Boasting an outdoor pool, free breakfast and free WiFi, Casa Geranio is a charming B&B located in a unique area of Rio, just 500 metres from Lapa's Arches and 1 km from Cinelandia metro station.

    it was absolutely perfect, couldn’t recommend more

  • Refúgio Aconchegante
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 13 reviews

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.6 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 3.4 km from Modern Art Museum, Refúgio Aconchegante offers air conditioning.

    it’s peaceful and quietness, beautiful decor great hospitality.

  • Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 196 reviews

    Located in the quiet Santa Teresa district and overlooking the Guanabara Bay, the Mama Ruisa Boutique Hotel offers elegance and tranquility in a perfect setting for a romantic stay.

    Amazing stylish villa! Amazing team! Just a dream…

  • Pousada OASIS DO BARRAL
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 171 reviews

    Located in Rio de Janeiro, 2.4 km from Barra da Tijuca Beach and 15 km from Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens, Pousada OASIS DO BARRAL offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

    Bem aconchegante! Ficamos muito confortáveis e fomos bem recebidos!

  • Estúdios Deluxe São Manuel
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 61 reviews

    Located in the Botafogo quarter, Estúdios Deluxe São Manuel offers simple rooms in an antique style house in Rio de Janeiro. The property is 800 m from Botafogo Beach and Botafogo Metro.

    Ricardo is a wonderful host and he makes us feel at home.

  • Quarto Aconchegante
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 14 reviews

    Located within the Zona Norte district in Rio de Janeiro, Quarto Aconchegante has air conditioning, a balcony, and mountain views.

    Da hospitalidade, do carinho e cortesia comigo e meu marido.

  • Sonia's Homestay
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews

    Set 800 metres from Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beach, Sonia's Homestay offers free WiFi access. Sonia's Homestay offers different room categories. Each includes a wardrobe, fan and shared bathroom.

    Adorei o atendimento e a cordialidade da proprietária.

  • Rio Boutique Suites
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 99 reviews

    Rio Boutique Suites is located in Cosme Velho, only 3 blocks from Corcovado. Offering a swimming pool, this homestay is also fitted with a barbecue area and features free WiFi.

    Excellent place in a beautiful location with stylish rooms.

  • Quarto Triplo 1
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 8 reviews

    Offering a garden and mountain view, Quarto Triplo 1 is set in Rio de Janeiro, 1.5 km from Red Beach and 1.7 km from Urca Beach. The air-conditioned accommodation is 700 metres from Botafogo Beach.

    Excelente atención y predisposición! Mas que recomendable lugar para estar en Río !

  • Lapa Chêca Guest House
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 4 reviews

    We are back!! We were a 9.8 at Booking.com before closing due to the pandemics.

  • Casa da Carmen e do Fernando
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews

    Excellently located close to some of Rio’s most popular tourist attractions and boasting an outdoor pool deck with gorgeous city views, Casa da Carmen e do Fernando offers free Wi-Fi in all areas.

    boa infraestrutura em geral, ótima recepção! vista maravilhosa.

  • Casa Por do Sol
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 2 reviews

    Boasting mountain views, Casa Por do Sol provides accommodation with a bar and a balcony, around 1.7 km from Escadaria Selarón.

  • Chez Laurel
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 11 reviews

    Chez Laurel is set in the Santa Teresa district of Rio de Janeiro, 1.3 km from Escadaria Selarón, 3.2 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro and 3.8 km from Modern Art Museum.

    Ambiente aconchegante e muito espaçoso! Recepção excelente!

  • Julia e Pablo
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 68 reviews

    Julia e Pablo is located on the seafront in Rio de Janeiro, 500 metres from Copacabana Beach and 1.1 km from Leme Beach.

    Excelente localização, acolhimento e custo benefício.

  • apartamento compartilhado e quarto privativo
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 14 reviews

    Situated in Rio de Janeiro, near Copacabana Beach, Diabo Beach and Arpoador Beach, apartamento compartilhado e quarto privativo has a bar.

    Apartamento em uma ótima localização, anfitriã muito simpática, ótimo custo benefício, tudo organizado e limpo

  • Quarto Individual em Apartamento
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Offering a private beach area and city view, Quarto Individual em Apartamento is located in Rio de Janeiro, 6 km from Maracanã Stadium and 11 km from Escadaria Selarón.

  • Guest house with stunning view
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 4 reviews

    Boasting a patio with mountain views, a garden and a terrace, Guest house with stunning view can be found in Rio de Janeiro, close to Flamengo Beach and 2.8 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro...

  • Hostel Pluto
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 3 reviews

    Set in Rio de Janeiro, 2.6 km from Leme Beach and 2.8 km from Copacabana Beach, Hostel Pluto offers air conditioning.

  • Apartamento Masculino Compartilhado em Santa Teresa
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 9 reviews

    Apartamento Masculino Compartilhado em Santa Teresa, a property with a shared lounge, is set in Rio de Janeiro, 1.3 km from Escadaria Selarón, 2.5 km from Municipal Theatre of Rio de Janeiro, as well...

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Homestays that guests love in Rio de Janeiro

  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 25 reviews
    This place is a true gem. The house is amazing and inspiring filled with beautiful art. The room is like a hidden space that you enter through a tiny staircase. Very romantic with spectacular views of Rio. Carmen and Fernando were the most lovely hosts. We felt at home and they even took us to a samba party during the carnaval. The area is very charming with beautiful old mansions and hip places
    N
    Nanna
    Young couple
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 23 reviews
    Very good host, accommodating, helpful and making sure my stay way was great. Good facilities, clean, comfortable bed and a small kitchen and lots of small details that is great for a traveller.
    Mr Leo
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £132.59
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 11,413 reviews
    Comfortable hotel in a good location in Copacabana. The huge windows gave us a full view of the beach, so much so that we didn't feel like going to the beach itself. The gym is a proper one, and open to the locals, which we liked. The breakfast was very good too.
    Nelson
    Young couple
  • 9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,199 reviews
    Great hostel with fantastic staff. The location is very nice with a fantastic view of the ocean from the balcony. It appears to be near a favella but I didn't have a bad experience. It's a close community and the locals were friendly.
    Yannick
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £26.48
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,421 reviews
    Great hostel, very helpful staff (special thanks to Rob !), delicious breakfast, perfect location !
    Julia
    Solo traveller
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 53 reviews
    Great location, safe, claen, great host
    Jelena
    Solo traveller
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 47 reviews
    Main plus of this Studio is its location - you can go to Copacabana beach in your slippers and swimming costume and enjoy dive without worrying about your personal belongings. And Pedro is a great host. He provide me with additional blankets (it was chili in the couple of nights), suggest best routes when in the first day I was an unclear about safe zones in Rio, and in the day of check out (at 10.00) had store my luggage in his apartment till 22.00 Thanks, Pedro!
    Sergei
    Solo traveller
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 20 reviews
    Great location. Lovely hosts. Spacious and good value.
    Bonita
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £39.21
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 370 reviews
    Great hostel. Clean rooms.
    Sergio Macarro
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 235 reviews
    This was a really nice homestay/hostel! Michel is a great host, and there was fresh fruit, coffee and everything you needed for breaksfast every morning!
    Genevieve
    Solo traveller

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