Pousada Favelinha
Rua Almirante Alexandrino 2023 (fundos), Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22221-140, Brazil
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Rua Almirante Alexandrino 2023 (fundos), Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22221-140, Brazil
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Garden
- Room Service
- Safety Deposit Box
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- BBQ facilities
- Hiking
- Snack bar
- Private check-in/check-out
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Evening entertainment
- vending machine
- 24-hour security
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Game Room
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Live entertainment
- Off-Site parking
- Picnic Area
- Restaurant(s)
- Sun Deck
- Daily Housekeeping
- Convenience Store
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Board games/puzzles
- Indoor play area
- Fruits
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor fireplace
- Pub crawls
- Key access
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Process in place to check health of guests
- First aid kit available
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Invoices
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Access to health care professionals
- Free face masks
- Grocery delivery
- Contactless check-in/out
- Food delivery
- balcony/terrace
- Daily disinfection
- Ironing amenities
- Laundry services
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Tour services
- Physical/social distancing guidelines
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
- Airport shuttle (charges may apply)
- Shuttle service (charges may apply)
- Kid-friendly dining
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- Aeroporto Santos Dumont Airport - 2.05 mi
- Rio de Janeiro Intl Airport - 8.59 mi
- Aeroclub - 21.21 mi
Museums
- International Museum of Naiv Art of Brazil - 0.86 mi
- Samba Museum - 1.06 mi
- Republic Museum Palacio do Catete - 1.09 mi
- Indian Museum - 1.60 mi
- Modern Art Museum - 1.72 mi
- National Museum of Fine Arts - 1.73 mi
- Museu Nacional de Belas Artes - 1.75 mi
- Image and Sound Museum - 2.13 mi
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Abdel (Couple)
stayed in April, 2025
Guest Score 4 out of 10
Disappointing
Stayed for 2 nights ; The view on the favella,
It’s safe.
The breakfast was correct and basic.
The owner keeps following you wherever you go(in the kitchen, the terrace) as a couple we didn’t feel comfortable staying in the common area of this Pousada.
The location is not easy accessible by public transportation, you need a taxi which can be tricky also to get.
Dan (Couple)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
More of a one-of-a-kind experience than a mere stay at a pousada: amazing views of Rio and the Sugar Loaf and a chance to "live" in a favela for a few days. Not for the timid and entitled tourist, but a gem for the traveller.
A bit tricky to navigate there and back to Central!
Lucas (Solo Traveler)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I had an amazing time at this hostel for the past week, and am now extending the stay for two more weeks! Néia and her family are so sweet, and the place itself is beautiful, with an incredible view of the city and murals all over the walls. The bed is comfortable and the breakfast yummy. There's a place to wash and dry your clothes on the balcony, and it is nice to get in touch with basic skills like hand-washing clothes. I slept like a baby here and always had very interesting and complex dreams. Honestly, everything about the hostel is amazing! I can't recommend it enough.
Iremana (Solo Traveler)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The vibe of living in a favela!
Helena (Solo Traveler)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Mex (Solo Traveler)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
>> Breakfast is so so great in this hostel, coz I love fruits. They provides few kinds of fruit per day, and having coffee, toast, milk, cheese, ham... etc. The staffs are so nice, you feel like you are living in local people's house.
>> Sunrise view on the roof top is incredible !!! don't miss it if you planning to stay.
>> Neighborhood are so friendly to us too.
>> The only thing need to remind is the uber only arrive at the gate, you need to walk 5 mins up hill path to the hostel, if you carry with huge luggage, it might be a bit hard. Other than that, everything is good to me. Especially, after I was robbed in Lapa area, I feel so safe to stay in this Favelinha.
Gitano (Solo Traveler)
stayed in March, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Vlad (Solo Traveler)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Incredible stay in a favela in Rio. The view of the city is stunning and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Safe to walk in the favela even at night. Only downside, there is no AC but there are ventilators.
Noddy (Solo Traveler)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The view was the best and I've been to 46 country before hear
More hammok
Ignas (Couple)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location is great, the house itself is colourful and nice.
There are no air conditioners, so it was really hot and hard to sleep.
Alicia (Family with young children)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great view! Clean rooms and facilities
A bit far to reach from main road
Rafal (Solo Traveler)
stayed in February, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
Localization and the view from the roof and room, hosts are very nice
Parag (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
One of the best experiences I ever had staying with a Brazilian family in a favela. Locals are very friendly. great restaurant in the hood called ABCD and there is a small gym area with weights you can workout with the residents. Incredible views and very peaceful.
All good
Boyd (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Roland (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Paul (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
BEST PLACE EVER.
Kathrin (Couple)
stayed in November, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing view. Very kind family and welcoming atmosphere.
ladylee (Solo Traveler)
stayed in November, 2024
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The hostel was pretty clean but I felt the dorm room had seen better days and could use a bit of a spruce up as well as a fresh coat of paint. The son of the manager, Gabriel, was amiable and did his best to keep the guests happy and entertained. The best part of the hostel, as everyone says, is the world class view from the terrace on the top floor of the building. In-Cre-Di-Ble. ? Be aware, especially if one has a heavy pack or suitcase. there is a bit of a walk to the hostel from where the bus/Uber/taxi drops off. Even though it is an under-10 minute walk, keep in mind, there is a steep hill up as well as down, which could be problematic for some. I didn't encounter any issues with anyone living in the favela and it seemed to be just as safe as every other reviewer has said. I recommend staying here (maybe in a private room?) as it really is an experience to "live" in a favela for some time - and Oh, What A View!
There was peeling paint in the dorm room and the mattresses and pillows were old and mildewy. Not good. Time for new ones, folks.
Ignacio (Solo Traveler)
stayed in October, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Everything was wonderful, very spacious room.
A bit difficult to find at first, but you get used to it.
Eldho (Couple)
stayed in September, 2024
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Charming pousada with private rooms. Great views of the bay and sunrise. Quiet, safe neighborhood. Store and restaurant nearby.
A bit isolated. Walk up the hill could be hard for some.
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Area information
- Aeroporto Santos Dumont Airport - 2.05 mi
- Rio de Janeiro Intl Airport - 8.59 mi
- Aeroclub - 21.21 mi
- International Museum of Naiv Art of Brazil - 0.86 mi
- Samba Museum - 1.06 mi
- Republic Museum Palacio do Catete - 1.09 mi
- Indian Museum - 1.60 mi
- Modern Art Museum - 1.72 mi
- National Museum of Fine Arts - 1.73 mi
- Museu Nacional de Belas Artes - 1.75 mi
- Image and Sound Museum - 2.13 mi
- Estacao Barao de Maua - 0.95 mi
- Estacao Dom Pedro II - 1.06 mi
- Estacao Alfredo Maia - 1.71 mi
- Estacao D Pedro II Central Station - 1.77 mi
- BOPE - Battalion of Special Operations - 0.59 mi
- Municipal Theatre - 1.58 mi
- Guinle Park - 0.66 mi
- Complex of Sports of Fluminense Football Club - Soccer Field - 0.78 mi
- SulAmerica Convention Center - 1.54 mi
- Church Sao Judas Tadeu - 0.83 mi
- Largo do Boticario - 0.97 mi
- Cathedral of Rio de Janeiro - 1.50 mi
- Candelaria Church - 2.12 mi
- Corcovado - 0.87 mi
- Monument to the Brazilian Soldiers in the World War II - 1.58 mi
- Cristo Redentor Statue - 1.94 mi
- Botafogo Beach - 1.43 mi
- Flamengo Beach - 1.45 mi
- Botafogo Praia Shopping - 1.52 mi
- Iate Clube do Rio de Janeiro - 1.94 mi
- LOB - Tenis Academy - 0.87 mi
- Largo do Boticario - 0.90 mi
- General Consulate of Germany - 0.93 mi
- D. Marta Belvedere - 1.12 mi
- Escadaria Selaron - 1.26 mi
- Sambadrome - 1.31 mi
- Arcos da Lapa - Carioca Acqueduct - 1.41 mi
- Aterro do Flamengo - 1.42 mi
- Santa Teresa neighbourhood - 1.44 mi
- Santa Teresa Tram - 1.48 mi
- Passeio Publico - 1.51 mi
- Marina da Gloria - 1.52 mi
- Cinelandia Square - 1.62 mi
- Tiradentes Square - 1.66 mi
- Lauro Muller - 1.71 mi
- General Consulate of the United States - 1.71 mi
- Saara Rio - 1.74 mi
- National Library - 1.74 mi
- Confeitaria Colombo - 1.82 mi
- Light Cultural Center - 1.98 mi
- Pasmado Belvedere - 2.07 mi
- Paco Imperial - 2.13 mi
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Pousada Favelinha
Rua Almirante Alexandrino 2023 (fundos), Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22221-140, Brazil