Search Cheap Zona Sul Hostels

Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out. We’ve heard good things about this destination’s natural setting, including its beaches and sea views.

No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), budget-friendly prices and a social setting.

Ready to book a hostel? These options have the highest reviews from our customers and might be a good place to start: More Ipanema - Located within a 5-minute walk of Ipanema Beach. Property features include free WiFi, a bar and a rooftop terrace. You’ll find towels, showers and lockers in all rooms. Jo&Joe Largo do Boticario - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cosme Velho Station. Property features include free WiFi, an outdoor pool and a restaurant. Rooms come with towels, showers and linens. Adonai Copacabana Inn - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Estação 1 Tram Station and Ipanema-General Osorio Station. Property features include free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and laundry facilities. Rooms come with showers, lockers and linens. Che Lagarto Copacabana - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Cardeal Arcoverde Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and an outdoor pool, as well as a restaurant. Solar Hostel Beach Copacabana - Close to public transport, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Estação 1 Tram Station and Cantagalo Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a shared/communal kitchen and a 24-hour front desk. You’ll find showers in all rooms.

If you’re looking for somewhere affordable to stay in Zona Sul, one of Expedia’s 72 hostels could be a great choice.

Generally, Zona Sul is known for its beaches, flowers and wildlife. Major attractions include Copacabana Beach, Christ the Redeemer and Ipanema Beach. Get out into nature with places such as Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon, Parque Henrique Lage and Praca General Osorio. Cultural attractions include Copacabana Fort, Municipal Theater and H. Stern Museum.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Zona Sul on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), located 11.2 mi (18 km) away. An alternative is Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont), which is 4.6 mi (7.5 km) away. After you’ve arrived, you may want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Cantagalo Station, Siqueira Campos Station and Estação 1 Tram Station.