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CabanaCopa Hostel

2.0 star property
Colonial Rio de Janeiro hostel in Copacabana with a 24-hour front desk

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Bar (on property)
Living area
Living area
Mountain view

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Travessa Guimaraes Natal, 10, Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22011-090
  • Rua Barata Ribeiro
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Avenida Atlantica
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Copacabana Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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About the area

Rio de Janeiro

CabanaCopa Hostel places you in the centre of Rio de Janeiro, within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Copacabana Beach and Avenida Atlantica. Highlights at this Colonial hostel include free in-room WiFi. .The hostel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also free parking nearby, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this Copacabana hostel, you'll be 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Ipanema Beach and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Flamengo Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Avenida Atlantica - 8 min walk
  • Copacabana Beach - 11 min walk
  • Rio Sul Shopping Mall - 3 min drive
  • Ipanema Beach - 14 min drive
  • Christ the Redeemer - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Cardeal Arcoverde Station - 4 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 10 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mostarda & Mel - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Koni Store - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Ibis Kitchen - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pão e Companhia Copacabana - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Bob's - ‬4 min walk

About this property

CabanaCopa Hostel

Colonial Rio de Janeiro hostel in Copacabana with a 24-hour front desk
As a guest of CabanaCopa Hostel, you'll find a library, a terrace, and barbecue grills. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An arcade/games room, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at CabanaCopa Hostel.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Colonial Rio de Janeiro hostel.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1950
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Games room or arcade
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
CabanaCopa Hostel offers 12 air-conditioned accommodations with a ceiling fan and blackout curtains. This Rio de Janeiro hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a state park
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: BRL 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: BRL 20
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 27 February 2025 to 9 March 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 14 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: BRL 10 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 100 per vehicle (return)
  • Early check-in fee: BRL 20 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: BRL 20 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 15 years old. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • At check-in, parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with a photo (for example, a passport). For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, the parent must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to travelling for more information.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 14 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

CabanaCopa
CabanaCopa Hostel
CabanaCopa Hostel Rio de Janeiro
CabanaCopa Rio de Janeiro
CabanaCopa Hostel Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Cabanacopa Hotel Rio De Janeiro
CabanaCopa Hostel Rio De Janeiro
Cabanacopa Hostel Rio Janeiro
CabanaCopa Hostel Rio de Janeiro
CabanaCopa Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
CabanaCopa Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to CabanaCopa Hostel?

Yep, CabanaCopa Hostel is a short 11-minute walk from Copacabana Beach.

What makes CabanaCopa Hostel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at CabanaCopa Hostel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at CabanaCopa Hostel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at CabanaCopa Hostel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at CabanaCopa Hostel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

CabanaCopa Hostel Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 88 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sabrinia, Lazo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing! Helpful and friendly. Can arrange airport transfer for you. They all spoke English very well. There is a common area downstairs with a bar and free filtered water and lots of plugs to charge your electronics. The bunk beds were a little scary, very unstable. You only get two sheets and a pillow case so if you get a free blanket on your airline keep it! There is one plug in each bed spot. Rooms are air conditioned. It was a little expensive for a shared room with bunk beds but it is an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Declan

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Central
Perfect if you want a cheap hostel in the centre of town
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Comfortable.
Good stay at this hostel although the staff really should update themselves with information on getting to some of the sights and attractions as it wasn't correct when I explored.

4/10 Poor

Shane, Ireland

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Ryanair of hostels!
Great building with lovely outdoor areas and newly built accommodations and shared bathrooms....could be fantastic if it weren't for the terrible staff and money grabbing managers. Upon arrival was told need to pay extra municipal tax (8% mentioned in email but was charged 20% and staff couldn't explain why!) also wanted R$20 to store our belongings securely while we waited on our room to be prepared. Another R$10 deposit for the key, R$5 for a fresh towel and your not allowed bring in drinks, you must purchase in the hostel at vastly inflated prices. Breakfast was OK although not often topped up, pot luck what you get to eat depending what time you arrive. Hostel is in great location and guests were great fun, such a shame it's ruined by disinterested staff and management. You can get more for your more for your money elsewhere when add in all the extras.

8/10 Good

hannah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Fantastic stay. My only grumble is that check in was chaos. I wasn't informed correctly of anything and then was rushed to the wrong room, then the right room and was told to 'run' as the girl had to get back to another customer who was deemed more important. Not good. Make sure you have cash on you for your key deposit and this isn't stated anywhere and that became a whole issue. Another reception woman was grumpy the whole time and made me feel uncomfortable and as if i was interrupting her. Other than that, it is a great location, very accessible and close to everything.

6/10 Okay

april

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nothing fancy but chill
The staff was friendly and helpful. The hostel itself is a little dated but tidy for the most part. The rooms and common areas were cleaned daily. I think some rooms are new and renovated but the room I was in wasn't. The beds were most uncomfortable. I had a hard time sleeping. It's in a good area close to the beach and metro but the downside is the steep hill you have to climb to get to the hostal which is difficult when you have heavy load and the wifi was hit or miss buut it was fine for the few nights I was there. The atmosphere is great for meeting ppl.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Group of 4 friends stay @ Cabanacopa
Stayed in a 4 dorm room and we were very pleased with the bed comfort and cleanliness of the hostel. Daily housekeeping kept the rooms and toilets clean. Friendly, helpful staff made the stay much more pleasant. Would highly recommend if travelling on a budget and wanting a clean comfortable hostel.

4/10 Poor

Felipe, Colombia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Not staying there again
The hotel was not clean at all. Smells really bad.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like this hostel because the staff Reception in
I like this hostel because the staff Reception in the night the girl staff were very helpful and friendly

8/10 Good

NIck, Seattle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very reasonable place, I'd stay there again
Very reasonable hostel, clean, great location. Good atmosphere in the lobby. Very friendly and social staff. They organize going out to clubs and etc... The place is very safe and there is a guard 24/7.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Near to the metro station
Near to the metro station

6/10 Okay

Theodore, South Africa

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No early check in at this hostel.
Please be aware that this hostel does not do early check in as indicated. I arrived in Rio at 5am in the morning, only to be told that reception only opens at 9am. When reception opened at 9am I was told that I could only be accommodated at 2pm which is the check in time. I only booked the hostel because it indicated early check in could be arranged at 20BRL and I made sure I sent a note in the special requests regarding my early arrival. So I would advise the management to ammend the early check in note under CabanaCopa Hostel’s small print. Other than that though its a great hostel with a good vibe and great staff. The location is excellent, close to copacabana beach and the metro station.

6/10 Okay

Kate, New Zealand

Good for the price
Basic accomodation but has everything you need. Next door to a day care so very noisy in the mornings. Close to metro station which is excellent.

10/10 Excellent

John, DC

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is great
Great location. Great staff all around from front desk to housekeeping. Closest u will get to metro. Copacabana 3 very short blocks away and Impanema 2 metro stops away. And Rio is great and safe. Don't believe the bad reviews. Be smart and careful but it's safe. I'm gay and traveled alone so if I felt safe you certainly should. Oh the hostel is a GREAT way to meet new friends!!!

8/10 Good

Andreas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good experience
Overall a nice hostel and a good experience while in Rio. It's rather quiet, so I could get solid sleep while there

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
take it or leave it
take it or leave it

6/10 Okay

Carlos, US

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location
Best thing about this place is peoximity to the beach.

8/10 Good

Marcel Moura, Oslo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good location, steep street!
This is a nice hostel quite close to Copacabana beach (5 minutes walk) so the location is really great. The street is quite steep (30 degrees or so) so if you have heavy luggage it may be good to get a cab. Otherwise, everything went fine.

8/10 Good

Bianca, Australia

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
The place was a great way to meet people and find social events happening around the area, however staff, particularly the women, were not very helpful. They were horrible in giving directions and the bus and metro times dates and numbers had not been updated. I suggest doing your own research before asking them anything.

10/10 Excellent

Ben, San Francicso

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fun People, Fun Hostel
Great group of people from all walks, Brazilian and international. Fun atmosphere and easy subway access to Lapa for night life and is a close walk to the beach

6/10 Okay

Jorge, Mexico

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel close to the beach
In general, good. I just want to say, a night didn't respect the rules. People was drinking and made too much noise.

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Not for real backpackers, basically a frat house
So I'm no stranger to backpacking or hostels, but I would never recommend this place to anybody. Honestly, if you're a backpacker and you're looking for a cheap place to stay in Rio while touring around and such, this is definitely not the place. This place only exists to party, basically it's a cestpool of drunken teens, drug selling travelers and sexually active foreigners. So if you fit that criteria honestly you'll probably love it, but definitely not a place I would ever return to

6/10 Okay

naldo

Liked: Staff & service