Title: Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Travelers soak up the sun at Copacabana Beach just steps away, then return to choose between two lively bars or productive coworking spaces at this vibrant hostel ## Photo gallery for Aquarela do Leme - Hostel ![Terrace/patio - Aquarela do Leme - Hostel (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/c634ab82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior detail - Aquarela do Leme - Hostel (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/ebd364b6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Aquarela do Leme - Hostel (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/4bca5e54.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Suite | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi - Aquarela do Leme - Hostel (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/db46801f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bars/lounges - Aquarela do Leme - Hostel (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/642d2a09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Aquarela do Leme Hostel, near Copacabana Beach, offers a rooftop terrace and library. Guests enjoy convenient cabanas, loungers, and in-room WiFi. Previous visitors praise the attentive staff. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Gym - Bar - Laundry room £69 includes taxes & fees 22 Dec - 23 Dec ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec 20 - Dec 21](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec 21 - Dec 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-21&endDate=2025-12-22&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec 26 - Dec 28](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan 2 - Jan 4](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-02&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=16487381&PinnedHotelID=16487381&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/0fc823eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite 8.0 Very good 1 review ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Separate bedroom Blackout curtains Private bathroom In-room safe - 215 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory (8 beds) ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/9a8b6d8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory (8 beds) 9.4 Exceptional 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Blackout curtains In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 8 Single Beds ### View all photos for Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds) ![In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/9a8b6d8e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Shared Dormitory, Women only (10 beds) 10.0 Exceptional 2 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Blackout curtains In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 10 Single Beds ### View all photos for Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds) ![Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds) | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/a6b254f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Patio (8 beds) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Blackout curtains Daily housekeeping In-room safe Located on the top floor - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 8 Single Beds ### View all photos for Basic shared dormitory (12 beds) ![Basic shared dormitory (12 beds) | In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16490000/16487400/16487381/7a1907f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Basic shared dormitory (12 beds) ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Air conditioning Blackout curtains In-room safe Daily housekeeping - 323 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 12 Single Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15470000/15469000/15468933/bb67cc46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Novotel RJ Praia de Botafogo Hotel Botafogo - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 546 reviews £83 includes taxes & fees 9 Jan - 10 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hotels-Novotel-RJ-Praia-De-Botafogo-Hotel.h15468933.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-9&chkout=2026-1-10&rm1=a2®ionId=178301&destination=Rio de Janeiro (and vicinity)&destType=MARKET&latLong=-22.9065,-43.1786&searchId=11c38a9b-fa72-4770-8c7c-b8c261e36f35&top_cur=GBP) Ad ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/60000/53300/53295/6d345f77_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Novotel Rio de Janeiro Leme Leme - 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With amenities such as beach cabanas and sunloungers, this hostel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. In addition to dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), multilingual staff and a 24-hour front desk - A front desk safe, barbecues and beach umbrellas - A TV in reception, coworking spaces and luggage storage Room features All guest rooms at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel include perks, such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes. 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Hostel Copacabana - Pool - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 7.4 Good 179 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-03&endDate=2026-01-04&selected=4533238&PinnedHotelID=4533238&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Return airport shuttle (surcharge) - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM - 2 bars/lounges ### Things to do - 24-hour gym - Library - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - Coworking space ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Beach cabanas (surcharge) - Beach loungers - Beach umbrellas - Rooftop terrace ### Accessibility - No lift - Smooth flooring in room ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Built in 2016 - Designated smoking areas ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Food and drink - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Safe - Separate sitting area - Shared accommodation - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available. Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he 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. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms ### Property is also known as Aquarela Leme Hostel Rio de Janeiro Aquarela Leme Hostel Aquarela Leme Rio de Janeiro Aquarela Leme Aquarela do Leme Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Rio de Janeiro Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Aquarela do Leme - Hostel pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel? ### How much is parking at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel? ### What time is check-in at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel? ### What time is check-out at Aquarela do Leme - Hostel? ### Does Aquarela do Leme - Hostel provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Aquarela do Leme - Hostel located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Aquarela do Leme - Hostel Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ### 9.6 Staff & service ### 9.2 Eco-friendliness ### 9.6 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 72 8 - Good 13 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 3 2 - Terrible 1 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Kamala 26 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent breakfast, huge showers, cozy beds with lots of space. The social scene is mixed with mostly French guests who tend to stay amongst themselves. Overall the property itself is so comfortable and provides everything you could ask for both short and long term stays. ##### Kamala Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evan 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great hostel with a wonderful staff. Views are great, activities are numerous, breakfast is tasty… I suppose my only complaint would be that the area can get noisy. There was music all night long … bring earplugs or headphones to drown out the noise. ##### Evan Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Robert 15 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities No towel inc. R$10 extra ##### Robert Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie 15 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Unique, Authentic Rio experience I really enjoyed my one-week stay at Aquarele do Leme. The staff is great: super helpful and friendly. Even the owner, Thibault, is very nice and accessible. The terrace is the best. I enjoyed my coffee up there every morning. The breakfast included eggs, fresh tomatoes and cucumbers and assorted fruits, plus all of the normal stuff. The coffee is excellent and was a pleasant surprise, given that this is a budget hotel in the middle of a favela. I never felt any danger whatsoever walking up and down the 5 minute hill to Leme and Copacabana. I really appreciated the scrupulous and diligent cleaners and I'd be happy to stay here again. Muito obrigada! ##### Laurie Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Evan 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I really love the Aquarela do Leme hostel and plan to stay there again in the future; however, people should understand that it does get noisy in the neighborhood. On my final evening, the music from the neighborhood went - literally - all night long. Be sure to bring earplugs or headphones that will drown out the noise so that you can get quality sleep. ##### Evan Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 22 Oct 2023 Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort Disliked: Staff & service #### Strange atmosphere for a hostel! Breakfast was the highlight each day, great choices. Dorms were okay, but did smell like they were cleaned with dirty water some days. The atmosphere was a bit strange, this is not your usual hostel, it is also a family’s home. Their children would be screaming and shouting and watchingTV in the common area really very loud. Which means hostel guests could not relax there. The children seemed to do what they want. When you first arrive you don’t receive much information, like where is the terrace, there is a gym on the roof, they offer a washing service, what time is breakfast etc. it is also essential to be added to the WhatsApp group so that you don’t miss information. Volunteers were lovely but there is a high turnover rate - this also impacts the atmosphere. The location is great, be prepared it is within a favella at the very top of a very big hill but the environment around the hostel is great and Leme itself is a lovely part of Rio ##### Verified traveller Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruno 16 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Experiência boa para shows Segunda vez que fico lá e acho que tem um custo benefício muito bom. O ambiente é legal, limpinho e gosto da localização. Os quartos tem uma vista bonita. ##### Bruno Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marly Cristina da Silva 12 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort O lugar é ótimo , um bom atendimento, a limpeza é ótima , o único ponto negativo é que é em um morro , não é fácil acesso pra Uber ##### Marly Cristina da Silva Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 27 Sept 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service Privada entupida. Chuveiro entupido e caiam 2 gotas de água. Café da manhã sujo e quase sem variedade. Funcionárias da limpeza maravilhosas, os demais não davam nem bom dia… ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruno 24 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fui bem recebido e gostei do ambiente. ##### Bruno Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laura 17 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Otima escolha Lugar incrível. A limpeza do quarto é diária, a cabine super reservada, o que aumenta ainda mais o conforto. Todos os atendentes são muito gentis, tive mais contato com estrangeiro do que com brasileiro no hostel. Praticamente um intercambio dentro do Brasil. Amei amei amei. Ambiente super limpo, organizado, café da manhã caprichado. ##### Laura Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### claude 21 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Agréable séjour à Rio Avons passé deux nuits dans la posada. L’accueil fut très chaleureux, l’enregistrement rapide et étant venu très tôt le matin nous avons pu laisser nos bagages.la Posada est très propre et située sur une colline offrant une belle vue. La chambre double est très agréable,le petit déjeuner est correct.nous avons été très bien conseillé par Thibaut, un français propriétaire de l’auberge et qui nous a procuré des billets pour aller au Maracana. Nous recommandons cette Posada. ##### claude Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### JOSEILSON RICARDO 15 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Bom hostel É um hostel , fica na ladeira duque dá acesso ao morro da Babilônia. Hostel tem 4 andares e não tem elevador. Então se tu tem dificuldade com escada e não gosta de andar/ subir e descer ladeira não recomendo. A cama é confortável, ar condicionado é ligado TDS os dias as 22hs e desligado as 10hs. Tem uma cozinha coletiva com fogão, geladeira, microondas, panelas...etc...assim você hospede tem a facilidade de comprar sua comida em algum mercado e preparar. Equipe atenciosa. Na cobertura tem uma bela vista da praia do leme, morro da urca, e Copacabana. Bastante estrangeiros frequentam a acomodação. Hostel oferece café da manhã ( Basico , porém, suficiente) para o desjejum. Diariamente tem passeios oferecidos $$$ para os hóspedes e também possui um bar. O ambiente interno é tranquilo . Banheiro é compartilhado. Quartos com 8 camas. Cada cama tem sua tomada de energia e ponto\* de luz. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/66E429CA027EB535C6F751AC0AECB4B3330815121710467139500.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/C69825926B8D980B4C68FFE98FB1F6414F1980501710467139172.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/990C9098FD7460348CC435E2E91465DEB0E7C8EB1710467139601.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6108CF42F467A508AED13363E183B42F4D2BB08A1710467139571.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### JOSEILSON RICARDO Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ricardo 9 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Excelente! O melhor hostel em Copacabana Excelente como sempre. Minha terceira vez e tudo continua incrível. Parabéns aos colaboradores, voluntários e proprietários! ##### Ricardo Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel 7 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfeito Minha estadia no Hostel Aquarela do Leme, foi maravilhosa um lugar excelente, limpo ótimo atendimento boa localização perto da praia camas confortáveis. Recomendo o lugar com certeza ##### Rachel Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fabiano 24 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excelente para partilhar cultura ##### Fabiano Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 4/10 Poor #### Verified traveller 30 Jul 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Staff & service #### Não indico! Longe, sem ar e difícil acesso O hostel fica numa ladeira super íngrime, próximo ao morro da babilônia! O banheiro não é privativo (dentro do quarto compartilhado) conforme parece ser anunciado, mas é bem limpo! Cheguei as 22h pra passar a noite e estava bem limpo. Os quartos estão em ótima condições, tem cortinas em todas as camas e tomada também, mal possui lâmpada nas camas. Tem um compartilhamento para guardar as malas com você dentro das camas também. Na recepção do falavam inglês(bem mal) e francês, ninguém falava português como está anunciado aqui, o ar condicionado não foi ligado, estava muito quente e tinham mosquitos, nem consegui dormir direito, perdi o sono e levantei logo 6h da manhã e fiz check-out. Enfim, o hostel é limpo, tem bons quartos e uma vista ótima, mas o serviço de atendimento e ar falharam muito. Não acho a localização apropriada também, muito longe, de difícil acesso com carros pois as ruas são curtas, e o morro muito íngrime. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/7BFB3B63583EF65D150566CBCFFA444C3B831CEA1659193806572.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/F5EB103A6E238FF510EE95D2FAA17747752E62AD1659193806128.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ADILSON 25 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort maravilhosa ##### ADILSON Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leandro 18 Oct 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ótima estadia O hostel é aconchegante, tem à disposição espaços agradáveis para compartilhamento, destaque para o terraço, que tem uma vista linda. O Mauro é uma pessoa maravilhosa e está sempre disposto a ajudar. Apesar de ser bem próximo da praia, um motorista do Uber não quis subir a ladeira, pois o hostel fica dentro de uma comunidade. Tudo no hotel é de qualidade. Como pontos a melhorar, os itens do café da manhã poderiam ser repostos mais rápido, além disso a TV poderia ficar um pouco no jornal, mostrando as notícias, só vi futebol passando, ou senão disponibilizar outra TV em um outro espaço comum, mas com uma programação diversa. ##### Leandro Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tenzin 30 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Among quite some countries which I’ve travelled across the globe, Aquarela will be my top Hostel to have stayed in so far. I’ve stayed in Rio for approximately three weeks. Aquarela has their highest standards for hygiene, guest-friendliness, knowledgeable staff, organized activities, breakfast variety, common area, great bar with traditional appetizers cooked occasionally, great Internet, rooftop workout-area, safe lockers and very understanding volunteers working there. You get the best tips on how to travel around the city from the locals in their very own personalized experience. I would come to stay here again and again rather than any 5 star hotels in Rio. The breakfast is great, the place is ideal for travellers/weekend tripper or digital nomads. Thank you Aquarela for all the help and tips! ##### Tenzin Stayed 25 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis Renato 27 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Ótimo ambiente! Limpo Staff educado! Recomendo! ##### Alexis Renato Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victor Hugo 1 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Equipe super simpática e profissional Excelente, a equipe é amigável, prestativa, atenciosa, profissionais competentes. Hotel limpo, agradável, bom, a equipe de limpeza super simpática. Muito legal e fiquei satisfeito em me hospedar no hotel. ##### Victor Hugo Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicolle 23 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Maravilhoso! Incrível maravilhoso perfeito. Quero morar nesse lugar. Recomendo pra todos! As acomodações são impecáveis, excelente localização, e os anfitriões são amáveis como uma família. ##### Nicolle Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 12 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Alle wunderbar!!! Die Atmosphäre ist sehr cool!!! Die Leute sind sehr höflich!!! Ich kann nur empfehle!!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### DESIREE 23 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### RECOMENDO SUPER!! O lugar é incrível, aconchegante e com detalhes bem pensados pra você se sentir em casa. O atendimento da equipe toda é maravilhoso. Fomos bem recebidos desde o check-in e tivemos dúvidas e solicitações atendidas com excelência. É uma experiência única para quem gosta de lugares mais alternativos e menos tradicionais. 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