Books Hostel

Vibes. Everyone from reception to the bartenders. Pure vibes.

This is a party hostel but there could be more organisation from the team for organised events other than just the football match/beer pong. If you’re looking for a party hostel then you will be fine but if you want any chill time there isn’t really anywhere to be. Unfortunately in the three nights we stayed the water wasn’t working on four occasions. I know this isn’t the hostel’s fault, but it made being in a sweaty dorm room in Rio difficult to feel any ounce of clean.

Books foreverrrr! Andre and Philippe (and the rest of the staff) are incredible. I came back five separate times on my trip. Rooms and bathrooms are always clean, free breakfast is great. Right in the heart of Lapa, 15 minute walk to the cathedral, Saara, Centro, the Portuguese Library, Gloria Market, Selaron Steps etc. The vibes are amazing and I will 100% be back - they really have created a family

Well located and a good atmosphere.

I really like this hostel, the stuff wass amazing 🔥

Die Unterkunft war für ein Hostel sehr in Ordnung und man kann sehr leicht neue Leute kennenlernen. Vor allem ist das Personal sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit.

Super leuk hostel! Ging normaal voor 4 nachten blijven heb verlengd tot bijna 2 weken…🙃 De vrijwilligers zijn super vriendelijk en elke avond is er wel iets te doen!! De activiteiten zijn ook altijd fijn! Ik kom zeker terug!:)

Amazing stay! Was unsure at first how it was a party hostel but it transforms at night. Great vibes and great people to meet. The breakfast was brilliant for the price and the location is good. The dorm rooms could be better as they look a little old.

I had a good time in this hostel, amazing and friendly staff, Andre and all the crew were there all the time to help and always with a smile, this place feels like being home, good party and good vibes.

Books was recommended to me for it's amazing people and it did not disappoint! I feel it could be easy to feel lost in a city like Rio but the team at books make you feel welcome and safe as soon as you enter the door. a real family!

Staff was excellent.

I’ve stayed at Books a few times now and it always feels like coming home. Lovely atmosphere, genuinely friendly people and a proper family vibe. Easily one of my favourite hostels, I’ll definitely be back again. Such a good hostel to get to know Rio de Janeiro.

I can definitely recommend this hostel. The atmosphere was amazing, the staff were super friendly and always helpful, and the location is perfect. Pre drinks at the hostel were a lot of fun, and there were always easy options to head out and keep the night going.

Ambiente agradável e organizado. Pessoas muito receptivas. Com certeza um dos melhores do Rio 🤙🏻

Great hostel, great people!! Only minus is that there are no curtains for the bed.

I would give this hostel a 10/10, great atmosphere and great people. I think it’s a great place to start if you’re getting into the hostels.

If you want a place to stay in Rio where you’ll find everything to do at your doorstep then look no further! Books is an amazing hostel with a real sense of community! Really friendly staff and volunteers, the minute I arrived I was warmly welcomed by André and introduced to everyone there!

originally booked 2 nights and ended up staying for over a month – which says it all. this hostel really has everything: a perfect mix of social, party and chill vibes that somehow feels like home. it’s in the heart of Lapa (nightlife in Rio) and the group chat makes it so easy to find the best events every night, so you can shape your own Rio experience. and the free breakfast is a bonus! if you’re coming to Rio looking for fun, connection and community then this is the spot. 10/10 would...

Un endroit qui restera dans mon cœur. Des amitiés pour la vie. Merci ❤️

Wow what a time. Have been recommending books to everyone I met since I left. Amazing atmosphere. Perfect size to meet people but still enough people for a great vibe every night. I cannot recommend more this place and will defo come back