Close to Ipanema Beach and Leblon Beach, El Misti Hostel Ipanema provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Located near the beach, El Misti Hostel Ipanema is in Ipanema, a neighbourhood in Rio de Janeiro. Copacabana Fort and Christ the Redeemer are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ipanema Beach and Copacabana Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí or Maracanã Stadium. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like mountain climbing. Visit our Rio de Janeiro travel guide
Rua Joana Angélica, 47, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, 22420-030
What's nearby
Ipanema Beach
2 min walk - 0.1 miles
Rua Farme de Amoedo
7 min walk - 0.4 miles
Leblon Beach
13 min walk - 0.7 miles
Forum Ipanema Shopping Mall
1 min walk - 0.1 miles
Posto 9
3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Getting around
Nossa Senhora da Paz Station
4 min walk
Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station
11 min drive
Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG)
33 min drive
Restaurants
The Coffee
4 min walk
Empório 37
3 min walk
Polis Sucos
5 min walk
Zazá Bistrô Tropical
1 min walk
Pici Trattoria
3 min walk
About this property
El Misti Hostel Ipanema
Hostel near Ipanema Beach
Close to Leblon Beach, El Misti Hostel Ipanema provides a library, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast and dinner. Enjoy on-site activities, such as ecotours and hiking/biking. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hostel include:
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), barbecues and a TV in reception
Tour/ticket information, a 24-hour front desk and multilingual staff
Luggage storage and a front desk safe
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and boast comforts such as air conditioning, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes.
How much does it cost to stay at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?
As of 30 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Misti Hostel Ipanema on 1 Nov 2026 start from £91, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?
This hostel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.
What time is check-out at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Where is El Misti Hostel Ipanema located?
Located in Ipanema, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Ipanema Beach and Leblon Beach. Copacabana Beach and Copacabana Fort are also within 1 mile (2 km). Nossa Senhora da Paz Station is only a 4-minute walk and Ipanema-General Osorio Station is 13 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
El Misti Hostel Ipanema Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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El Misti is wonderful hostel with great staff and amazing activities to do! The staff is wonderful, friendly and super accommodating! The hostel is really close to the beach and to great dining and shopping places. The bar’s staff and drinks are also amazing! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review
8/10 Good
Saad Ed
3 Apr 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff very nice ! Had a wonderful stay and a lot of new friends would go back for sure in carnaval !!!!
I enjoyed my stay here very much. All the staff are very helpful and great at their job. There are so many activities planned by the hostel and if you wish not to do any, staff are more than willing to provide suggestions. The WhatsApp group was super helpful to keep up with activities. The room had everything I needed and it was so close to so many shops and the beach. I would recommend staying at El Misti especially if you’re a solo travel.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent
Michelle
9 Apr 2024
It looks like this place has a great management.
All the staff are happy and very helpful.
The vibe is very positive!
Staff were super friendly and fun. Everyone was welcoming and did a phenomenal job of setting up activities for the days and nights. Will definitely return
Had a great time in Rio, wish I could have stayed longer. Staff overall were very friendly. Lavinia was great at bringing people together, you can tell she loves her job.
We had a great stay at El Misti. Our room was small but very nice, clean, comfortable with bathroom ensuite. The hostel is centrally located with lots of dining, shopping options all around and 1 block from the beach. Perfect location !
The bar had vegetarian options that were delicious. It's a party Hostel. Very fun and stimulating. Not a zen one if you're searching for calm relax stay.
This hostel was amazing. I was traveling alone and I got friends from all over the world. The staff was super friendly and helpful. I will miss them all. This is definitely a place I am coming back to
My stay at El Misti was superb!! I stayed in a private room during 7-13 November. It was my first time in Rio, and this was the perfect place to meet people!! They organise lots of events, and having easy access to the beach with a ticket for a free chair is an addes bonus!
I can definitely recommend El Misti to others, and will likely stay here (or at least visit the amazing bar during happy hour!!) when I return, muito obrigado El Misti!! Tom
The property is in a great location. One block away from the beach. It was really safe. I was a solo traveller and walked around comfortably. The rooms were super clean and well taken care of. There are a lot restaurants, shops, and places for nightlife around the area. It was so easy to meet new people and the hostel has so many activities and also tours that you can book directly from them. The check-in process was super easy and there is a WhatsApp group to keep up to date with activities or get into contact with other travellers staying there. The real MVP here are the staff and volunteers that work very hard, are super outgoing and friendly, and that make sure you’re well taken care of. I found my home away from home. Shout out to Marcela, Rodrigo, Eduardo, Cristal, Eric, Juanjo, Cristal, Jordana, Tiago, Gabriel, Maude, Laura, Youss, and everyone else on the team. You guys have an amazing team. I hope that when I visit again, you’re all still there. I will always welcome seeing your friendly faces.
My wife stayed here for her stay in Rio de Janeiro. She liked the place, but she thought it wasn’t her style. It seemed like a bunch of young people trying to hook up. The staff was trying to charge my wife extra money being that she’s Brazilian and I’m American. I had paid with my card with US dollars, they were saying that she owed the place 65 reals when I had already paid everything in full. I’m not sure if they try to do this with all foreigners, but that’s what happened. The positives are that it’s very close to the beach and you get a free caipirinha for checking in. Another cool thing is that if you don’t have plans for the day they put you into a group that’s constantly putting out events that you can sign up for. But beware my friends they will charge extra because you’re a foreigner and take you to places that are more expensive. All in all she liked it, but it wasn’t her style.
What makes it stand out is the staff and how they try to have everyone be engaged, they have multiple events a day and is very sociable! The location is also great as it’s a 3 minute walk to Ipanema beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Rachel
29 Jul 2025
Liked: Amenities
Best hostel in ipanema
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review
8/10 Good
maria c
3 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed there for 1 night Walking distance to beach shops restaurants
the place is jsut a block of the beach (Ipanema beach) for me this was the best thing!
I had been in a shared room, its was not bad, we had a bathroom in the room this was so comfortable. the cleanliness was good too.
good breakfast and good drinkks! I miss the caipis of the misti!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Aarash
14 Dec 2024
Liked: Staff & service
It's alright.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer
20 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a great stay at El Misti Hostel Ipanema. The location is absolutely perfect—just a short walk to the beach, with plenty of places nearby to rent chairs, grab food, have drinks, or shop.
The hostel itself has security at all times, which made me feel safe during my stay. It also has a very social atmosphere, so it’s super easy to meet new people. One thing that really stood out was how clean everything was. The cleaners come in twice a day to tidy the rooms and bathrooms, so the space is always fresh and well maintained. The reception staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful.
The only downside is that it can get quite loud late at night since the street outside stays busy, and the windows are a bit thin—so definitely bring earplugs. It’s also a bit more expensive than some other hostels, but honestly, the comfort, cleanliness, and convenience make it worth the price.
Overall, highly recommended!
Pros: Amazing staff at this property! Very friendly and always up for some fun! Also they all speak some level of English which was nice. It’s more of a party hostel than a chill and work hostel. Also they have a bar and restaurant attached to the property which is convenient. The area is awesome. Ipanema seems to attract young and friendly folks from all over. Cons: the shower had zero water pressure, the restaurant isn’t always open and some of the other guests don’t respect specific quiet time which they have posted outside the rooms. All in all I would DEFINITELY come back for a party or two.