Rio Forest Hostel — Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Rio Forest Hostel is a budget hostel with dorms and private rooms on Santa Teresa’s hillside in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

Address: Rua Joaquim Murtinho, 517, Rio de Janeiro. Property ID: 1230721.

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Axel's take: 7.8/10

Come for the views and friendly staff, but pack light for the stairs. A budget hostel with dorms and private rooms on Santa Teresa’s hillside, scored for what it is.

Rio Forest is a budget hostel in a leafy old house above Lapa, with dorms, private rooms and more character than polish. It’s a good pick for independent travelers who value city views and sociable outdoor space over hotel-style comfort. Tripadvisor and Booking.com guests repeatedly praise the helpful staff, while the small pool and terrace bar give you reasons to linger between outings.

The biggest catch is access: a steep approach and extensive stairs make heavy luggage awkward and rule it out for travelers needing step-free access. Cleanliness gets broadly positive marks on Booking.com, but recent Hostelworld feedback flags less consistent dorm and bathroom upkeep. Breakfast is basic, and the hostel’s listing limits air-conditioning to nighttime hours. We’d choose it for atmosphere and exploring Santa Teresa, not spotless dorms or round-the-clock cooling.

Axel's opinion of Rio Forest Hostel, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Booking.com · hostelworld.com · Tripadvisor · Expedia. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.

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