Just 50 metres from Glória Subway Station, Discovery Hostel is located 300 metres from Flamengo Beach. Set in a restored colonial building, it offers accommodation with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.
With a pleasant touch of colour, the charming rooms and dormitories provide a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. Bed linens are included, and bath towels are available for an additional fee.
Downtown Rio de Janeiro and Santos Dumont International Airport are 5 km away. Ipanema Beach and the Sugarloaf mount are 10 minutes away by bus or subway. Novo Rio Bus Station and Galeão Airport are both within 25 km from Discovery.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
“The hostel was amazing. Great people, very clean and spacious room, bathroom and common spaces. Perfect place for meeting new people and to travel around city. Delicious breakfasts and a lot of activities. Definitely would come there again!”
Natalie
United Kingdom
“Friendly staff and great location with cool people”
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Uriel
France
“Great stay, enjoyed everything, special mention to Jose and Erica both are super friendly and fun to hang out with, Thanks the Daniel the owner aswell great guy ! Would definitely come back”
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Gleice
Brazil
“Everything is very clean and organized, the service is very good, the receptionist José is very attentive”
Melissa
United Kingdom
“The staff are amazing. Met so many people. Perfect for solo travellers. Great location”
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Gina
South Korea
“The staff was very kind and helpful, very chill and responsible. I did like the vibe of the hostel, the different spaces that it offers (indoors and terrace), it also has a space where folks can work (and internet does allow for calls with camera...”
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Max
United Kingdom
“It's a really comfortable hostel in a decent area, close to Lapa, Santa Teresa and Flamengo. Staff are kind and helpful. Nice little cocktail bar on site and the breakfast was a welcome bonus..My favourite of the hostels I stayed in, in RdJ”
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Moritz
Germany
“When ever you‘ll go there you‘ll always find an amazing community. The staff and the guests are all the same friendly and helpful and are looking forward to welcome you! The community area is great. The kitchen is well equipped. The rooms offer...”
Janainasmt
Brazil
“The place is absolutely pleasant! The staff are very friendly, welcoming and helpful. Just loved it!”
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Grace
United Kingdom
“I loved this hostel, it’s one of my favourite from 6 months in South America. The staff are so friendly and the vibe is like you’re joining a little family. The breakfast is great and so are the evening caipirinhas. The location is great, right...”
Property surroundings
Food & Drink
Breakfast
Good breakfast included with select options or available at the property for US$2.16 per person.
Served daily
08:30 to 10:30
Food
Bread • Pastries • Pancakes • Butter • Cheese • Cold meat • Fruit • Local specialities • Jam
Drinks
Coffee • Tea • Fruit juice
More food and drink
Meals • Facilities
House rules
Discovery Hostel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 00:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
A deposit is required to secure your reservation via credit card or PayPal. Discovery Hostel will contact you after booking to provide further details.
Please note that the property accepts cash only upon check-in.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
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