Discovery Hostel
Rua Benjamin Constant, 26
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Why people book this hotel
“Really lovely staff who made you feel right at home and were super helpful”
“The staff is friendly, the caipis at Happy Hour are really nice and the breakfas…”
“It is quite a good location close to Santa Teresa and the Gloria metro station w…”
“The staff was friendly and the location near the airport”
“A lovely Brazilian breakfast, buffet style so you start the day off right”
“Great breakfast Good location near subway Host Stephanie was friendly I recommen…”
“Kitchen and few bathrooms for sharing rooms”
“The premise are very clean, comfortable beds, great music in the common area in …”
“Great people, very clean and spacious room, bathroom and common spaces”
“Everything is very clean and organized, the service is very good, the receptioni…”
“It is also relatively closer to Christ the redeemer statue, accessible via Uber …”
Overview
Just 50 metres from Glória Subway Station, Discovery Hostel is located 300 metres from Flamengo Beach. Set in a restored colonial building, it offers accommodation with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. With a pleasant touch of colour, 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 5 km 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 25 km from Discovery.
Traveller reviews
Ashanti
solo_traveller
April 19, 2026
“Home from home!”
A lovely Brazilian breakfast, buffet style so you start the day off right! Really lovely staff who made you feel right at home and were super helpful. A nightly bar with caipirinhas and happy hour. A few shower and toilet options so even when the hostel was full, i never found it had an impact. I love the area of Gloria! Easy to get everywhere but has its own vibe and charm and isn't just overran with tourism like the classic Ipanema or Copacabana. Also an azmaing market every Sunday!
Diana I.P.
solo_traveller
April 10, 2026
“Good hostel to spend a few days”
It is quite a good location close to Santa Teresa and the Gloria metro station which can quickly take you to Centro or to the beaches. The staff is friendly, the caipis at Happy Hour are really nice and the breakfast is also lovely.
Bailey
solo_traveller
April 1, 2026
Great staff, Stefhany is the best. I wish I didn’t have to leave.
Stou
solo_traveller
March 30, 2026
Super nice hostel, very social. Close to Napa. The guys at the reception were super nice and helpful. Stefanie is the best.
Gert
couple
March 13, 2026
The staff was friendly and the location near the airport.
Cayan
solo_traveller
February 4, 2026
Cool people, the girl who works at the reception was very nice
Alan
solo_traveller
February 3, 2026
Great breakfast Good location near subway Host Stephanie was friendly I recommend this hostel
Julia
solo_traveller
January 17, 2026
Nice and chill vibe. Kitchen and few bathrooms for sharing rooms.
Dominika
solo_traveller
December 3, 2025
The hostel was amazing. Great people, very clean and spacious room, bathroom and common spaces. Perfect place for meeting new people and to travel around city. Delicious breakfasts and a lot of activities. Definitely would come there again!
Brendan
solo_traveller
November 23, 2025
The area was convenient
Natalie
couple
November 19, 2025
“Great stay!”
Friendly staff and great location with cool people
Uriel
solo_traveller
October 18, 2025
“Excellent”
Great stay, enjoyed everything, special mention to Jose and Erica both are super friendly and fun to hang out with, Thanks the Daniel the owner aswell great guy ! Would definitely come back
Gleice Rejane
solo_traveller
October 17, 2025
Everything is very clean and organized, the service is very good, the receptionist José is very attentive
Maier
solo_traveller
September 28, 2025
really nice hosts!
VENKATA BHASKAR CHAITANYA
solo_traveller
September 21, 2025
Excellent location, lots of shops, restaurants, convenience stores, eateries, street food options, groceries etc right next to the hostel. Some of the main tourist attractions are within walking distance. It is also relatively closer to Christ the redeemer statue, accessible via Uber to Paineiras Corcovado for an affordable fare. Other attractions such as Ipanema beach, Copacabana beach, Sugarloaf mountain are all accessible via Uber for an affordable fare. If you are feeling adventurous Uber motorcycle is a much cheaper option to navigate through Rio. Great staff, the ladies at the reception are very helpful and caring. They are super friendly and very attentive. Alessandra and her colleague helped me find a cheaper option to do the Christ the redeemer and Sugarloaf mountain by myself as I was late for the last minute tours. They assisted me for my late night check-in and also checked out the available tours in the late night, all with a great smile. 5 out of stars for the excellent service! The breakfast was excellent. The ladies in the kitchen and the hosts in general are very friendly and always attentive for special needs. The premise are very clean, comfortable beds, great music in the common area in the morning. Highly recommended !
lorenzo
solo_traveller
September 9, 2025
best staff ever
Melissa
solo_traveller
June 21, 2025
“The best stay”
The staff are amazing. Met so many people. Perfect for solo travellers. Great location
Jhonata
solo_traveller
May 14, 2025
Ambuurngr legal e tranquilo galera educada
Eva
solo_traveller
May 10, 2025
“Do not stay here if you want to sleep”
The breakfast was pretty good. Next to the metro but the area is quite dodgy.
Brianna
couple
April 24, 2025
Nice spacious room with air con Good vibe in the social areas
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Hiking, Evening entertainment, Pub crawls, Movie nights, Walking tours, Bike tours, Themed dinner nights, Happy hour, Tour or class about local culture
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Wine/champagne, Fruits, Snack bar, Bar, Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Delivered food is securely covered, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Non-smoking rooms, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Adult only
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, BBQ facilities
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Security alarm, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, Process in place to check health of guests, First aid kit available, Access to health care professionals, Thermometers for guests provided by property, Face masks for guests available
Self check-in
Passport/ID information collected online before you arrive
Services
Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage, Currency exchange, Ironing service, Airport shuttle, Laundry, 24-hour front desk, Shuttle service, Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Daily housekeeping, Grocery deliveries, Concierge service, Shuttle service (additional charge), Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Airport shuttle (additional charge)
Transport
Airport pick up, Airport drop off
Double Room
The well-fitted kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The double room provides air conditioning, a washing machine, a terrace with an inner courtyard view as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Double Room
With charming décor, this air-conditioned room offers free Wi-Fi, a fan and a shared bathroom. Bed linens are included, and bath towels are available for an additional fee.
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