Pura Vida Hostel
Rua Saint Roman 20, Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22071-060, Brazil
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Rua Saint Roman 20, Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22071-060, Brazil
Hotel Services and Facilities
Free WiFi
Free parking
Free breakfast
Pet friendly
Hotel facilities
- Business Center
- Garden
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Bar
- 24-Hour Front Desk
- Express Check-In/Check-Out
- BBQ facilities
- Nightclub/DJ
- Karaoke
- Darts
- Hiking
- Fax/photocopying
- Diving
- Snack bar
- Shared kitchen
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Beachfront
- Evening entertainment
- 24-hour security
- Designated Smoking Area
- Family Rooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Live entertainment
- Picnic Area
- Restaurant(s)
- Sun Deck
- Daily Housekeeping
- Convenience Store
- Happy Hour
- Non-Smoking Rooms Available
- Board games/puzzles
- Public transport tickets
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Movie nights
- Bingo
- Key access
- Fire extinguishers
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
- Cashless payment available
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Invoices
- Contactless check-in/out
- Electronic room key
- CCTV security in common areas
- Currency exchange service
- Entertainment services
- Luggage storage & lockers
- Tour services
- Protective screen or physical barriers in appropriate areas
Airports Show all on map »
- Aeroporto Santos Dumont Airport - 5.03 mi
- Rio de Janeiro Intl Airport - 11.98 mi
- Aeroclub - 23.58 mi
Museums
- Army Historic Museum and Fort of Copacabana - 0.51 mi
- H. Stern Museum - 1.14 mi
- Indian Museum - 1.98 mi
- International Museum of Naiv Art of Brazil - 2.82 mi
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Andrea (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 5 out of 10
Fair
Location & staff
Unfortunately, the new management has increased all the prices and what was once a lively, multicultural and multiethnic hostel has transformed into a common hostel for Europeans only.
Moreno (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I really liked the atmosphere of the hostel, the friendly staff and how easy it was to meet people. The common areas were nice and the location was very convenient.
Nothing major to complain about. My stay was short, so I didn’t get to experience everything.
Emily (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Great atmosphere and location, loved the dance classes and the free tours with Lari and Emily! Will stay here again for sure
Farhana (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Clean efficient and safe, had all the amenities you would need when traveling abroad and great vibes. Hostel has daily itineraries to make your stay there community oriented which is great if traveling solo.
Thavine (Solo Traveler)
stayed in January, 2026
Guest Score 1 out of 10
Very Poor
I liked the plastic glass system provided by the reception to avoid unwanted interactions with other guests. You receive a glass when checking in and return it at checkout.
The beds are not comfortable. The mattress is covered in a hard, noisy fabric that makes a lot of noise when you move on it. The metal bunk beds are extremely loud, and they squeak and shift throughout the night, even with small movements. It made sleeping very difficult.
The bathroom isn’t very clean. There are only two showers and two toilets for the females, which leads to long waiting times. The maintenance also feels quite poor and unreliable.
If you’re looking for a party hostel, this might be a good option. There is loud music until late at night, so if that’s not your vibe, I wouldn’t recommend staying here.
I could also hear the reception bell all night, which was very disruptive.
Beds aren’t prepared, you need to make your own, which feels unreasonable considering the overpriced value.
Joaquin (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 6 out of 10
Pleasant
Staff are nice. They have a very cool bar outside with good music which is very nice to meet other people. They do activities every day in the hostel and have activities to do in Rio. Despite of the bad experience I had the first night with problems sleeping in the shared room without AC and bad bed, they offered me an upgrade to be on a private room for my last night, which was suuuuper nice and really appreciate as I was a bit sick and dehydrated after a loong and super hot day.
No AC in any shared rooms or even lobby of the hostel (which I think it's a must in hot cities as Rio!), private rooms are the only ones that do have AC. Bathrooms smells bad. Despite location is in a strategic point in between Ipanema and Copacabana, the hostel is located in a street that seems super dangerous (a lot of people sleeping in the street, a lot of motorbikes, "favela" vibe). For the payment, they send you a link through messages, which is weird. Beds are super uncomfortable, specially the ones on top in the shared rooms.
Yoshiaki (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
The hostel offers a bunch of staff activities for free. Although I didn’t have chance to join those events/tours, I enjoyed dance(DJ) night on the patio!!
The music next door was too loud during the night, but I understand it’s Rio(Brazil) and music/dance is a part of their culture. I should have brought ear plugs when I need to go to bed early.
Célia (Group Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The hostel has a great location, the staff is very attentive, and there is genuine care for the guest experience.
The female bathroom could be larger, the sinks were not good, and it was quite hot.
Jarvik (Solo Traveler)
stayed in December, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
I loved the location, close to both Copacabana and Ipanema, surrounded by great restaurants, markets, stores, exchange offices, everything you need. The activities at the hostel were always fun, the bartenders were awesome, and the dance teacher Camilo was amazing. Special shout-out to their tour guide Lari, who organized incredible free tours, always shared great information, took amazing photos, and even taught some Portuguese for free. I highly recommend staying here!
Emily (Solo Traveler)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing atmosphere, friendly and fun staff and always something going on! The location is perfect, a block from Copacabana and a short walk from Ipanema. Highly recommend!
lee (Solo Traveler)
stayed in November, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Hostal has everything you could need, nice chill out area and comfortable rooms. Location is not far from beach, easy walking distance to everything you could need.
Can't be helped - but so many stairs! Love that they put little words of encouragement along the way for you
nery (Solo Traveler)
stayed in October, 2025
Guest Score 2 out of 10
Poor
The location
The room wasn't clean
A lot of noise, in the night very loud music and from the morning maintenance working in the hostel
Very disappointing
García. (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Is a really nice hostel, common areas are comfortable and clean, people around are very friendly and the staff open and kind! I enjoyed my stayed here.
Antony (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
The location is amazing, very close by the beach, the reception guys assisted with everything very quickly and knew to give information about city tours.
There were free daily activities in the hostels, like dance lessons, parties and concerts.
The city tours with Larissa who was really professional and interesting guide were very good,
I had few tours with her and It was great expreriance.
Valentin (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 8 out of 10
Very Good
Dharma (Solo Traveler)
stayed in September, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
The staff was great, especially
Leo and Daniel
Taha (Solo Traveler)
stayed in August, 2025
Guest Score 9 out of 10
Wonderful
I stayed here for 2 days. It was a great experience. I got my own personal room and if i were you I would do the same. It just made the experience so much better. You get your own bathroom and a nice sized bed and a good amount of space. I met a lot of cool people in this hostel of all ages. Dont come here expecting a quiet calm retreat. There are events every night and the music goes till midnight. They have events and guides everyday. Very informative staff, calm and friendly.
There are a LOT of stairs to get up there.
William (Solo Traveler)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
LARISSE (Couple)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
location was great, facilities were nice and clean, staff was wonderful specially matt who helped us with the bags and always made sure we had all the info we needed.
Cassine (Solo Traveler)
stayed in July, 2025
Guest Score 10 out of 10
Exceptional
Amazing location!
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Area information
- Aeroporto Santos Dumont Airport - 5.03 mi
- Rio de Janeiro Intl Airport - 11.98 mi
- Aeroclub - 23.58 mi
- Army Historic Museum and Fort of Copacabana - 0.51 mi
- H. Stern Museum - 1.14 mi
- Indian Museum - 1.98 mi
- International Museum of Naiv Art of Brazil - 2.82 mi
- Rio de Janeiro Botanical Gardens - 2.22 mi
- Peter Pan Park - 974 f
- Catacumba Park - 984 f
- Girl of Ipanema Park - 0.53 mi
- Chacrinha Park - 1.31 mi
- Lage Park - 1.88 mi
- Dorival Caymmi Statue - 0.41 mi
- Lagoa Rodrigo de Freitas - 1.53 mi
- Joquei Clube (Hipodromo da Gavea) - 2.24 mi
- Cristo Redentor Statue - 2.33 mi
- Corcovado - 2.80 mi
- Devil's Beach - 0.54 mi
- Arpoador Beach - 0.58 mi
- Arpoador Beach & Devil`s Beach - 0.66 mi
- Copacabana Beach - 0.74 mi
- Ipanema Beach - 1.06 mi
- Leblon Beach - 1.92 mi
- Leme Beach - 2.03 mi
- Urca Beach - 2.47 mi
- Botafogo Beach - 2.54 mi
- Rodrigo de Freitas Lake - 1.23 mi
- Country Club - RJ - 1.35 mi
- Rio Sul Shopping Center - 1.97 mi
- Botafogo Praia Shopping - 2.22 mi
- Iate Clube do Rio de Janeiro - 2.26 mi
- Pontifical Catholic University of Rio de Janeiro - 2.47 mi
- Le Boy Disco - 0.28 mi
- General Osorio Square - 0.45 mi
- Copacabana Fort - 0.49 mi
- Post 7 - Arpoador - 0.60 mi
- Mariuzinn Disco - 1.08 mi
- Post 10 - Ipanema - 1.30 mi
- Spain Square - 1.38 mi
- Post 2 - Copacabana - 1.43 mi
- Post 11 - Leblon - 1.75 mi
- Flamengo Soccer Club - 1.80 mi
- Pasmado Belvedere - 1.85 mi
- Post 1 - Leme - 1.89 mi
- Hipodromo da Gavea - 1.95 mi
- Duque de Caxias Fort - 2.15 mi
- Pista Claudio Coutinho - 2.22 mi
- Cable Car Pao de Acucar - 2.34 mi
- Atahualpa Square - 2.34 mi
- D. Marta Belvedere - 2.48 mi
- Praia Vermelha - 2.50 mi
- LOB - Tenis Academy - 2.71 mi
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Pura Vida Hostel
Rua Saint Roman 20, Rio de Janeiro, Rio De Janeiro, 22071-060, Brazil