El Misti Hostel Ipanema

3.0 star property

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Beach nearby, white sand
Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds) | In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes
Bicycling
Breakfast and dinner served
In-room safe, individually decorated, blackout drapes

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Rua Joana Angélica, 47, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, 22420-030
  • Place, Ipanema Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Posto 9
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Rua Farme de Amoedo
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (8 beds)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm (6 beds)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only (8 beds)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Double Room, 1 Double Bed (Private Ensuite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room (Private Ensuite)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Triple Room (Private Ensuite)

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Suite (9 beds)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Suite (12 beds)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm Suite (4 beds)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Shared Dormitory, Female Dorm Suite (4 beds)

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Double Room Private Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

2 Bed Room Private Ensuite

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

3 Bed Room Private Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

4 Bed Room Private Ensuite

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

Budget Double Room Private Ensuite

  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Private Bathroom

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Located in Ipanema, El Misti Hostel Ipanema is adjacent to Ipanema Beach and within a 15-minute walk of popular sights like Leblon Beach. This 28-room, 3-star hostel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ipanema Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Posto 9 - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Rua Farme de Amoedo - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Leblon Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nossa Senhora da Paz Station - 4 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 11 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Empório 37 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zazá Bistrô Tropical - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pici Trattoria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garota de Ipanema - ‬3 min walk

About this property

El Misti Hostel Ipanema

Guests staying at El Misti Hostel Ipanema enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and barbecue grills. Airport transportation is made easy with an airport shuttle for a fee. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with luggage storage, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. This adults-only hostel also has a TV in a common area.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Microwaves, hair dryers, and safes are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: BRL 20 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2016
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately BRL 20 per person

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 18 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example). For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, the parent must present—in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo—a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to traveling for more information.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

El Misti Hostel Ipanema
El Misti Hostel
El Misti Ipanema
Misti Hostel Ipanema Janeiro
El Misti Hostel Ipanema Rio de Janeiro
El Misti Hostel Ipanema Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

El Misti Hostel Ipanema provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What is there to do within easy reach of El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

This hostel is situated in Ipanema within a short 2-minute walk of Ipanema Beach and also 15 minutes on foot from Leblon Beach. You'll also find Copacabana Beach and Avenida Atlantica within a short drive.

Is there parking available at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

No, there isn't parking available at the hostel.

Does El Misti Hostel Ipanema feature a casino on the premises?

No, El Misti Hostel Ipanema doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this adults-only hostel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a library.

Does El Misti Hostel Ipanema have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does El Misti Hostel Ipanema have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, El Misti Hostel Ipanema serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Will El Misti Hostel Ipanema allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at El Misti Hostel Ipanema.

Does El Misti Hostel Ipanema have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hostel.

How close is the airport from El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

The closest major airport to El Misti Hostel Ipanema is Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont), which is 8.1 mi away (22 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho), which is located 13.8 mi away (33-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at El Misti Hostel Ipanema?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at El Misti Hostel Ipanema.

El Misti Hostel Ipanema Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 197 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 197 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 197 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 197 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 197 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I had a great stay at El Misti Hostel Ipanema. The location is absolutely perfect—just a short walk to the beach, with plenty of places nearby to rent chairs, grab food, have drinks, or shop. The hostel itself has security at all times, which made me feel safe during my stay. It also has a very social atmosphere, so it’s super easy to meet new people. One thing that really stood out was how clean everything was. The cleaners come in twice a day to tidy the rooms and bathrooms, so the space is always fresh and well maintained. The reception staff were also incredibly friendly and helpful. The only downside is that it can get quite loud late at night since the street outside stays busy, and the windows are a bit thin—so definitely bring earplugs. It’s also a bit more expensive than some other hostels, but honestly, the comfort, cleanliness, and convenience make it worth the price. Overall, highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Forrest M Roy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a great stay at El Misti. Our room was small but very nice, clean, comfortable with bathroom ensuite. The hostel is centrally located with lots of dining, shopping options all around and 1 block from the beach. Perfect location ! The bar had vegetarian options that were delicious. It's a party Hostel. Very fun and stimulating. Not a zen one if you're searching for calm relax stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Avinash, Couva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Amenities
Best hostel in ipanema
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic David

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aarash

Liked: Staff & service
It's alright.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at El Misti was superb!! I stayed in a private room during 7-13 November. It was my first time in Rio, and this was the perfect place to meet people!! They organise lots of events, and having easy access to the beach with a ticket for a free chair is an addes bonus! I can definitely recommend El Misti to others, and will likely stay here (or at least visit the amazing bar during happy hour!!) when I return, muito obrigado El Misti!! Tom
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were super friendly and fun. Everyone was welcoming and did a phenomenal job of setting up activities for the days and nights. Will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time in Rio, wish I could have stayed longer. Staff overall were very friendly. Lavinia was great at bringing people together, you can tell she loves her job.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin, Applegate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people. Helpful. Good food.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

It looks like this place has a great management. All the staff are happy and very helpful. The vibe is very positive!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caden

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was all super friendly and they helped us with everything we wanted
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: Amazing staff at this property! Very friendly and always up for some fun! Also they all speak some level of English which was nice. It’s more of a party hostel than a chill and work hostel. Also they have a bar and restaurant attached to the property which is convenient. The area is awesome. Ipanema seems to attract young and friendly folks from all over. Cons: the shower had zero water pressure, the restaurant isn’t always open and some of the other guests don’t respect specific quiet time which they have posted outside the rooms. All in all I would DEFINITELY come back for a party or two.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

maria c

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed there for 1 night Walking distance to beach shops restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel

This is a great location in Ipanema,i will return as soon as I can!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good location, clean with reasonable price.

Overall, stay was good. The hostel is easy to find, a few minutes away from Ipanema beach. It is near to a lot of shops, restaurants and a market. There were cleaning ladies almost everyday yo clean the room. I liked the big drawers under the bed that can actually fit a check-in size luggage of 23kg, and you can lock it. The only downside is that the all-female room is next to the street so expect noise from vehicles and people who party all night. Also, there is no switch for the AC and you have to call reception to turn it on which is annoying because it gets really hot and humid in the middle of the night.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muy bueno

Muy bueno, personas muy amigables y tienen noches agendadas para diversión! :) 🙌🙌
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

4/10 Poor

John C

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort

not what we understood when we booked

This listing is misleading because it said private bathroom. There was nothing about the listing that said it was one set of bunk beds in a room of lots of bunk beds. Please know that you may book thinking you have your own private room and bathroom, even though it says "private bathroom," but really it is private for 12 people/12 bunk beds. We needed a quick shower post-beach and before our flight, and there was a dude in the bathroom. Also, there are no towels. And you have to keep pushing the water on and there is only one temperature...it times out. Good for the environment for sure. Staff was pretty snarky and unhelpful. Make sure you have a lot of time on your hands. The lady at the counter said someone would show us our room after she helped a bunch of people...we didn't have this kind of time to wait around...especially since we would shortly discover there was someone in our "private" bathroom already using the shower.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay in ipanema! I’ve stayed there twice and enjoyed it thoroughly both times
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019