Mambembe Hostel
Rua Joaquim Murtinho 251
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10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
10 nights, 2 adults
Includes taxes and charges
Why people book this hotel
“very cool and friendly staff”
“The hosts were outstanding, they all made so much effort with me”
“private rooms on 2nd floor are great”
“Breakfast Clean rooms Nice staff”
“+ absolutely amazing, super friendly staff who speak multiple languages + clean …”
“The room and bathroom were comfortable and clean”
“Great location”
“Nearby Lapa”
“The breakfast is big with everything”
“Breakfast was tasty and filling”
“It's a goof value for money if you want to stay near the city centre”
“Good location in such a lively neighbourhood, satisfying cleanliness and a simpl…”
Overview
Located in Rio de Janeiro, less than 1.5 km from the city centre, Mambembe Hostel features a fully equipped shared kitchen and free Wi-Fi access throughout the hostel. The simple rooms here are equipped with linens, a fan, and a shared bathroom. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge or outside on the terrace. The Lapa neighbourhood, with its many restaurants, bars, and clubs, is a 5-minute walk, the famous Maracanã Stadium is 6 km away and the Museum of Modern Art is a 15-minute walk from the hostel. Mambembe Hostel is a 12-minute walk from Cinelandia Metro Station and Gloria Metro Station, 2 km from Central do Brasil Train Station, and 3 km from Santos Dumont Airport.
Traveller reviews
Fabio
extended_group
May 6, 2026
“praobably my fav latam hostel”
real 24hr reception, whatsapp support for any need. very cool and friendly staff. fun hostel mood, easygoing people. lot of fridges. private rooms on 2nd floor are great. both international mood + Carioca vibes. common spaces are relaxed and great. cutie kitten, art everywhere and guitars
Joshua
couple
May 4, 2026
Great location
Nicholas
solo_traveller
March 18, 2026
Great common area and a good social vibe
Michal
solo_traveller
February 7, 2026
“Good value for money”
+ absolutely amazing, super friendly staff who speak multiple languages + clean + many bathrooms + good atmosphere
Alïce
solo_traveller
January 10, 2026
“Good value for money”
It's an old colonial house with a good vibe and located in Santa Teresa neighborhood downhill. Nearby Lapa. Awesome if you want to experience the samba on the street on the weekend. The breakfast is big with everything. It's a goof value for money if you want to stay near the city centre.
Steph
solo_traveller
December 11, 2025
“A home away from home. Perfect.”
A home away from home and such a cool place in itself. I had a wonderful stay here, it was the highlight of my trip. The room and bathroom were comfortable and clean. The hosts were outstanding, they all made so much effort with me. I can’t wait to come back, thank you so much. Obrigada!
Jack
solo_traveller
November 30, 2025
“Solid”
Breakfast Clean rooms Nice staff
Brent
solo_traveller
October 23, 2025
Very friendly people
Alban
couple
October 16, 2025
A good start place for Rio !
Rebecca
couple
October 3, 2025
Great location, comfortable room. Lovely communal areas and big garden. Breakfast was tasty and filling. The staff were super nice - one of our group had an injury and the staff were so kind and quick to help
Karien
solo_traveller
September 25, 2025
Very social. Met nice people. Very welcoming.
Tali
solo_traveller
March 5, 2025
“home away from home”
it’s a beautiful building in a fantastic location and retains a type of calm that’s very difficult to find in Rio. This place felt like a second home to me for a few weeks, I will definitely be coming back. A special shout out to Andres who made me feel so welcome and who’s amazing energy is infectious!
Daniela
solo_traveller
February 9, 2025
Amazing people, for amazing hostel. The best in Rio, thank you
Julius Georg
solo_traveller
January 6, 2025
“Loved the stay!”
Beautiful setting, lots of little balconies with hammocks to chill.
Ren
solo_traveller
November 24, 2024
“Nice and cool place to stay”
A lot of common areas to hangout with other travelers
Jing
solo_traveller
November 24, 2024
the staff are nice, if you have any questions, just ask. There are four bathrooms, basically you don't need to wait, which is super good.
Carlotta
solo_traveller
November 16, 2024
“Best hostel ever!!”
Highly recommended! The best hostel I've been so far! The position is really good, only 5min away to the famous Escadaria Selaròn and really close to the Lapa neighborhood. The hostel itself is very clean. The kitchen and bathrooms get cleaned everyday and the sheets provided are immaculate and smell really good. The best thing is the garden and generally speaking the common areas. Everyone here is really friendly and the staff courtesy is yet to be found in other places. They will do anything to make you comfortable and accomodate your needs. Special thanks go to Andres, thank you for having made me feel like at home❤️
Sara
solo_traveller
September 3, 2024
“Good value for money hostel in Rio”
Very friendly staff, clean facilities, dormitory beds have curtains and own light and plug, lockers for everyone in the rooms, plus air conditioning. Breakfast is included and for sure a big plus for this hostel: they serve tea, coffee, juice, bread, ham, cheese, jam, margarine, dulce de leche, granola and fruits.
Bruno
solo_traveller
August 16, 2024
Good location in such a lively neighbourhood, satisfying cleanliness and a simple decent breakfast makes Mambembe a nice worthy choice. But nothing of that beats the staff. The staff group is beyond any compliment. Absolutely friendly, respectful and genuinely supportive. These guys are just great! 😌👌
Salome
solo_traveller
July 25, 2024
The staff are absolutely lovely.
Facilities
Activities
Games room, Evening entertainment, Walking tours
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Bicycle parking, WiFi available in all areas, Air conditioning, Designated smoking area, Pets allowed
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Kitchen
Shared kitchen
Outdoors
BBQ facilities, Garden, Terrace, Sun terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Safety & security
CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Services
Lockers, Shared lounge/TV area, Vending machine (drinks), Vending machine (snacks), Tour desk, Fax/photocopying, Luggage storage
Double Room with Shared Bathroom
The double room offers air conditioning, a seating area, a balcony with garden views as well as a shared bathroom boasting a shower. The unit has 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room with Bathroom
This air-conditioned twin/double room is comprised of a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a private bathroom as well as a balcony with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.
Double or Twin Room with City View
The twin/double room offers air conditioning, a seating area, a balcony with city views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower. The unit offers 1 bed.
Twin Room with Shared Bathroom
This simple room features linens, a fan, and a shared bathroom.
Suite
The air-conditioned suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. This suite features a wardrobe, parquet floors, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and city views. The unit has 1 bed.
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