We are located just 100 metres from Catete Metro Station from where you can get to Ipanema, Copacabana and Leblon in 15 minute Starting at
$19 per person
We are only a 15 minute walk from Lapa, known for its street party, bars, live music and clubs; Flamengo beach and park, with its spectacular views of Sugarloaf Mountain and Christ the Redeemer; and 4 Metro stops away from Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon beaches.
With 24 hour reception and English-speaking receptionists, we are happy to help you any way we can with information, tours and events.
The hostel boasts a large, sunny roof terrace with guest kitchen and delicious buffet breakfast including home-made cakes and jams, fresh fruits, cheeses and cold cuts.
Our hostel is a beautiful redeveloped old building from the end of the 19th Century, situated just over the road from the gardens of Catete Palace, Brazili s presidential palace from 1894 to 1960. Home to many consulates and art-deci buildings, nowadays it is mostly a middle-class residential neighborhood.
As the name implies, the Art Hostel Rio frequently has students, artists, and musicians staying here, and our walls and rooms show off some of their works.
We offer dorm rooms, singles, twins and doubles, with either air-conditioning or fans, all with private bathroom. All bedlinen, towels and breakfast are included in the price.
There is free Wifi and cable TV in public areas, and we have 4 computers for guest use.
We also hire out bikes for the best way to get around Rio!
**** NEW YEAR AND CARNAVAL PACKAGES****
NEW YEAR - 4 nights - check in December 29th - check out January 2nd CARNAVAL - 5 nights - check in February 17th - check out February 22nd
Please note that once you have paid the 10% deposit through Hostelworld for our New Year or Carnaval packages the reservation will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment for another 40% of the total. We will contact you once you have made your original reservation with further information. Bookings without the full 50% deposit up front will not be honoured. The remaining 50% is to be paid at check in.
Even if the booking engine allows you to book less nights for the New Year or Carnaval packages, your booking will not be valid if you do not book the whole package (which means you will lose the deposit paid). Extra nights will be charged at normal rates. The dates of the package are flexible. If you need to make changes after the booking please contact us immediately.
Bookings for New Year or Carnival are NON REFUNDABLE.
Directions
*ATTENTION: IN CASE OF NO SHOW THE FIRST NIGHT WILL BE CHARGED IN YOUR CREDIT CARD, NO EXCEPTIONS*
How to Get Here
From International Airport (Galeao) or National Airport (Santos Dumont)
Taxi: From Galeao, yellow taxis usually cost around R$50, depending on traffic. However, radio taxis may cost R$70 (fixed price). From Santos Dumont, cost around R$20 (yellow taxis) and R$45 (special taxis).
By Bus: You can get the airport special bus (REAL 2018). It costs R$8. Either you get off in Santos Dumont airport and get a taxi (costs around R$20 to here) or keep going by bus and get off close at Praia do Flamengo, close to Museu da Repi blica/Hotel Novo Mundo. You walk 5 minutes (1 block) until you get to the hostel!
From the Bus Terminal (Novo Rio):
Get one of the busses 170 or 178 in front of the bus station. It costs only R$2,35 and ask to the driver to stop in the corner of Rua Bento Lisboa with Rua Silveira Martins. Walk 100m to our door.
If you need any further assistance, drop us an email
Facilities
Breakfast Included, Internet Access, Bicycle Hire, Linen Included, Credit Cards Accepted, Towels, Security Lockers, Luggage Storage, 24 hour reception, Travel Desk/Travel Info, Common Room, Bike Parking, Non Smoking, 24 Hour Check In, Air Conditioning
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