I traveled throughout South America and found that Rio de Janeiro was one of the most expensive cities to visit. Considering that, I stayed at Brazuca's Hostel for one week to see Rio de Janeiro and had a wonderful experience! The hostel is of great value for money and the staff were incredibly helpful during my stay, organizing all kinds... More

This was such a great experience for me. This place is not for the snobby. It's not too fancy, but it's a truly wonderful place to stay. Brazuca's was in the perfect location for a Rio de Janiero vacation. Walk to the beach or walk to the metro station and you can get anywhere you want to be. There were... More

We looked through some hostels and we didn't like them until we luckyly found BRAZUCA, they made us feel like we were home, they are great people and now great friends. The place was very clean, very home like. They help us plan our ittinerary while we were there and took us to see diferent places from Rio. I Highly... More

I can definitely recommend Brazuca` s Hostel since I have stayed there twice already. The first time I stayed at their old address during carnival in 2008. Actually I got there, because I left another hostel where the service was less than nothing. At Brazuca` s I felt extremely welcome. I arrived there with another friend. Especially during that season... More

Hi ! I'm French studying here in Rio de Janeiro as an exchange student. I lived two weeks at the new - they've moved - Brazuca's place, Rua Santa Clara, just two blocks from the beach. I'm posting now because the former comments I'm reading here are just too differents compared to my experience - less than 2months ago !!... More

My husband and I stayed here during our 1 week visit to Rio for Carnival 2008. We booked a special carnival package that included dorm beds and free breakfast (consisting of bread, cheese and fresh fruit). The price was severly inflated for what you get BUT it is Carnival and Rio during this time is incredibly pricey. Originally their website... More