Discovery Hostel
Discovery Hostel
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Just 164 feet from Glória Subway Station, Discovery Hostel is located 984 feet from Flamengo Beach. Set in a restored colonial building, it offers accommodations with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. With a pleasant touch of color, the charming rooms and dormitories provide a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. Bed linens are included, and bath towels are available for an additional fee. Downtown Rio de Janeiro and Santos Dumont International Airport are 3.1 mi away. Ipanema Beach and the Sugarloaf mount are 10 minutes away by bus or subway. Novo Rio Bus Station and Galeão Airport are both within 16 mi from Discovery.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.
Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- BBQ facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Laundry
- Daily housekeeping
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Guests who stayed here loved
Eloise
the United Kingdom“Very social, staff were awesome and very helpful, decent enough breakfast and an insane price. They had no problem with us booking a room for the night before we arrived so we had a bed and breakfast after a very long flight. The cocktails were...”
Mostafa
the United States“Great vibe, helpful staff and excellent location near the metro. Would stay again.”
Burak
Turkey“Everything is nice, the people, the atmosphere, the kitchen equipment…”- Bonnie
Spain“1 block from the metro, lots of travelers to do things with, super comfortable bed, security lockers, good showers with warm water, great breakfast, cool old house, definitely one of the best hostels in Rio” - Matthew
Canada“The people and the happy hour. I made a ton of great friends.” - Morales the United States“There were plenty of different spaces to accommodate your vibe. Ex: work space, socializing space, outdoor space, cozy couch space.”
- Maureen
New Zealand“The breakfast really exceeded my expectation and is a great opportunities to meet other guests. The staff is very friendly and makes you feel like a big family.” - AAzael the United States“Friendly host and metro nearby. Pharmacy and bank across the street.”
- Lenka
Brazil“This hostel is amazing. I met nice people...I cooked, I shared the food, I tried the breakfast which was very good. Calm during the day, party during the night...and there is even a calm place upstairs, kinda private office, which can be used to...” 
Clark Brazil“The volunteers, staff and friends are awesome. Location to party is awesome, I recommend "baile do Santo Amaro", every Saturday at the favela Santo Amaro, you will see a real favela baile funk”
Area info
Amenities of Discovery HostelGreat facilities! Review score, 8.4
Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Airport shuttle
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24-hour front desk
- BBQ facilities
- Air conditioning
- Bar
- Laundry
- Daily housekeeping
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
View
- Inner courtyard view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Terrace
- BBQ facilitiesAdditional charge
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
Activities
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Happy hourAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking tours
- Movie nights
- Bar crawlsAdditional charge
- Evening entertainmentAdditional charge
- HikingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Game room
Living Area
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Sitting area
Food & Drink
- Fruit
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Snack bar
- Bar
InternetWifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
ParkingNo parking available.
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
- Lockers
- Concierge
- Baggage storage
- Tour desk
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
- Board games/Puzzles
- Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing service
- LaundryAdditional charge
Business Facilities
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Security alarm
- 24-hour security
- Safe
General
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Grocery deliveries
- Adults only
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Vending machine (snacks)
- Vending machine (drinks)
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Wake-up service
- Fan
- Ironing facilities
- Suit press
- Airport shuttleAdditional charge
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Hebrew
- Portuguese
House rulesDiscovery Hostel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine printMust-know information for guests at this property
A deposit is required to secure your reservation via credit card or PayPal. Discovery Hostel will contact you after booking to provide further details.
Please note that the property accepts cash only upon check-in.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
FAQs about Discovery Hostel
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The prices at Discovery Hostel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Discovery Hostel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
- Game room
- Evening entertainment
- Bike tours
- Happy hour
- Movie nights
- Tour or class about local culture
- Themed dinners
- Bar crawls
- Walking tours
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Discovery Hostel is 1.4 miles from the center of Rio de Janeiro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
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Guests staying at Discovery Hostel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
- Buffet
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Check-in at Discovery Hostel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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The nearest beach is 3,100 feet from Discovery Hostel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
