Rio de Janeiro hotellit Recreio dos Bandeirantes

Plussat: Breakfast was great, the facilities, pool, surfing spot just in front.

Miinukset: Really, it was great

Miinukset: breakfast was not anything special

Plussat: I had a problem with the manager as I checked out five days earlier and she said I had to pay for the nights I did not stay at the hostel. As travelllers know, those precioUs nights where you stay in a friends sofa, absent of pay are very valuable. I was disgusted to find, that I was not honoured those vacant nights, and in all honesty, I felt as if I was taken for all the money I was worth. Brasil can be quite unpredictable, and I felt that this hostel was one of the few that took advantage.

Miinukset: Customer service

Plussat: Breakfast was above expectation. Lots of fresh fruit, cereals, excellent coffee etc

Plussat: The location directly at the beach, really good breakfast for a hostel, several hammocks around

Plussat: Amazing location and good breakfast. Great splash pool

Miinukset: Facilities need some more upkeep and attention

Miinukset: Bathroom size

Plussat: The breakfast was good, I'd like a better orange juice!

Miinukset: Ventilator at the living room of the apart

Plussat: It was very near the Ironman start point . That was determinant.

Miinukset: Pity the staff did not know a word of Spanish or English, just Brazilian Portuguese. It was very difficult to coordinate the simplest things. I've seen that's all over Brazil. The tourism chamber or ministry should intervene and finance courses.

Plussat: Nice view on ocean and Petra Pontal, 200 m to the beach and market.

Miinukset: If you have ap. with ocean view you have to receive noise from the street.

Plussat: Views,spacious,balcony pool staff and breakfast

Miinukset: No cleaning products in kitchen

Plussat: Location

Miinukset: Towels and street noises.

Plussat: Best place to be. Perfect location. Amazing staff.

Miinukset: Noisy street (just close windows). Little company of ants and roaches. :-) Ask room service to spray them out, if you'll see some.

Plussat: large suite with stove and fridge, parking garage

Miinukset: street noise

Plussat: Staff was kind and attentive, breakfast was good, also good location close to the beaches and various restaurants and supermarket. In the building there is a pharmacy, a laundry-mat and a pet-shop.

Miinukset: The room on the first floor facing the street not really ideal because of the noise coming from the main street, the A/C very noisy (because old) and the bed totally uncomfortable because 2 single mattress were put together so that they were slippery.

Plussat: Good breakfast, very omfy bed and spacious apartment. The location is great if you want to spend time on the beach, there is easy access to both family-friendly shallow waters on the south as well as the more lively surf-beach on the norhtern side of the Pontal stone. Local area is calmer than Rio centro (and far away) with less hustle and bustle, and seeminlgy safer. Within 30 mins walk, you'll find shopping centers and a good selection of restaurants/bars.

Miinukset: The staff have little to no knowledge of English (or other languages besides Portuguese) which could mean complications for some, but the staff are friendly and don't shy away form trying to help even across the language barrier. Our friend who speaks some Spanish fared better, as it's somewhat related, but he also met with some funny misunderstandings along the way. The noise level from the surrounding area can get very intense though, if your room is facing the road as ours did. The insulation is not great, and Brazilians seemingly never sleep! ;)

Miinukset: Everything. The way they dealt with me was awful.

Plussat: Right on the beach!

Miinukset: Staff spoke no English at all

Plussat: Nothing

Miinukset: Everything

Plussat: The distance from the hotel to the beach

Miinukset: - The description of the hotel was very incorrect. - The hotel is located next to a fish market, which obviously has a horrible smell. - The air conditioning was very noisy.

Plussat: Super helpful receptionist - very kind. Supported us with organizing doctor visit. Additionally as I am vegan organized special breakfast - which was not a standard for all guests. Super helpful tips on places to visit. Additionally wonderful the most beautiful location ever seen. In front of amazing beach, not very crowded. Heaven for surfers. I would recommend this hotel to everyone - Copacabana is too crowded for me. If you prefer more silent place - this is for you! At the beach you can have fresh fish and seafood.

Miinukset: Quite far from main attractions and the airport - however this was not a big deal - you just need good planning of activities :-)

Plussat: Location is perfect, right on the beach, with various accompanying beaches within walking distance. Many local vendors as well as restaurants nearby to eat well and have drinks. As a 'gringo' who is engaged to a Carioca, I felt at ease around this non-touristy area, most likely because we were always together. Hotel is very secure and is very prompt when entering / exiting property through its electronic gate. Most to all surrounding places take Credit Card. And the best part of course, the view! Had the penthouse, and the sunrise and sunset views were simply amazing!!!

Miinukset: Beach can get quite crowded, but there is room to spread out to neighboring beaches with only a 5-10 minute walk along the beach side trail. I do wish the hotel had more of a 'kitchen' with some variety of food (only for late night or quick bite convenience), but with so many local spots who likewise offer free delivery, it is only a minor inconvenience.

Plussat: Perfect location just next to the beaches and "Pedra do Pontal" hill. Not many tourists in this area. English speaking and kind frontdesk staff.

Miinukset: It is more 2* than 3* with very loud and bad working air-condition and very small rooms (we had budget room) so if you dont feel good in tiny places go for a penthouse if its available. Surroudings are noisy and full of homeless people and trash everywhere. Breakfast is ok but same everyday. Could be cheaper but you pay for the location. At that price range they should have at least a swimming pool!

Plussat: Stuff is really friendly and nice

Miinukset: The aircondition is really loud

Plussat: Breakfast very good and close to sea.

Miinukset: People on the reception very nice and helpful.

Plussat: Everything! Staff here a so lovely-full of good energy The hostel is so chilled-it has a great relaxing vibe Breakfast is a good selection Kitchen facilities to cook own meals etc Location-close to beach/esplanade-lots to do/going on-fitness, running walking cycling hiking surfing swimming Local shops and amenities-everything you need-food places, supermarkets, shops etc Easy transport links-bus/uber etc We were so sad to leave here! Our favourite hostel in 9 months travelling. Hope to be back one day

Miinukset: NOTHING!

Plussat: Great value for money. Close to the beach. Friendly and helpful staff.

Miinukset: N/A

Plussat: Lovely staff, great breakfast, awesome area, very cozy hostel. Definitely coming back

Plussat: Very nice chill out area, amazing hosting, surfing in nearby

Plussat: I arrived late due to a delayed flight and the guy on reception was a legend about it!

Miinukset: rooms were dirty. i was in a room that was next to a big dorm and everyone had to go through my room. I wasnt explained about what time breakfast was. there is only 2 toilets which in a hostel of this sizr is ridiculous. One female staff member didn't have a clue about anything so when I was trying to get advice she was useless. Theres no photos of the rooms anf bathrooms on here for a reason

Plussat: Excellent taff and place, really close to the beach. Awesome vibe from the hostel and the people ! I ll go back if I can

Plussat: Very laid back atmosphere. Dorms and bathrooms were clean. Even though the staff barely speaks English, they were extremely friendly and helpful all the time. Really cute place.

Miinukset: Maybe we just got unlucky but for some reason this place attracts mosquitoes. I know it’s not the hostel‘s fault but this made our stay very uncomfortable. Breakfast times depend on whenever the staff decides to wake up.

Plussat: Friendly staff. Good value for money Comfortable bed

Miinukset: Difficult to get a hold of someone at reception. Having to wait for breakfast. Could be cleaner

Plussat: Location - enough close for good surfers - 4min to beach spot. For beginners 15min to beach spot. Staff friendly. good breakfast

Miinukset: Dirty. Sands and other dirt in rooms. Staff too lazy to clean that. Very old and owner not cares about investments to improve bathrooms, kitchen etc. Very loud and old ACC. Can’t sleep because of that. Kitchen equipments also very used, and kitchen not clean! When having breakfast alongside 1m from table full garbage bin with empty beer cans from yesterday party. How sweet is that?

Plussat: Surfing lessons!

Miinukset: Poor hygiene, dishes for breakfast was not cleaned, and dirty from previous use. The rooms and particularly the bathrooms was dirty and not cleaned properly for a long time, and smelled badly. The owner got herself a tattoo in the living room, and did not pay attention to any of the guests. The next day the employees got acupuncture, and did not serve the guests when asked simple questions. Two of the employees had a loud discussion in front of the guests while breakfast, both got upset. Seems to be lacking by poor management, could have been a nice place otherwise, the location and the surfing lessons was good.

Plussat: Nice breakfast

Miinukset: The price doesnt worth the value

Plussat: The owner does a great job in creating a wonderful atmosphere with very good vibes and energy. It is super welcoming and everyone is friendly.

Miinukset: During our stay the hostel had issues with their water system and we didn't have water for flushing the toilet nor showering. The staff tried really hard to fix it but I would have expected some sort of discount to compensate for the major inconvenience.

Plussat: Really nice atmosphere at all.

Miinukset: Beds are uncomfortable and there was a unpleasant smell in the room. Showers could be better too

Plussat: I loved the vibe from the staff.

Miinukset: The beds were really really bad. Especially for the price what you paid. It is basically a sponge with a plastic case. I really thin that a surfhostel cannot provide it like this. Quite dissapointed. The hostel itself was a bit old. Some things really needed to be renewed and painted to make it more attractive

Plussat: Very friendly staff and perfect for surfing

Plussat: Location is good, nearby the beach

Miinukset: The room was very bad, lack of cleanliness in room/ bathroom/ shower/ kitchen. Looks like the place is very old, surfers don’t care and like living in dirty places, which isn’t true

Plussat: You can take lessons from Hostel including ride to the beach