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Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte

3.0 star property
Colonial bed & breakfast with a coffee shop and a restaurant

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Property amenity
Coffee and/or coffee maker
Interior
Minibar, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Rua Paschoal Carlos Magno,39, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20240-290
  • Arcos da Lapa
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Maracanã Stadium
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Christ the Redeemer
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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Room options

Design Double Room Single Use, 1 Queen Bed

  • 322 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Single Room | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Twin Room | Minibar, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Balcony | Minibar, individually decorated, desk, free WiFi

Double Room, Balcony

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

Located in Santa Teresa within a mile (2 km) of Arcos da Lapa, Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Catedral Metropolitana de São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro. This 5-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
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What's nearby

  • Arcos da Lapa - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Flamengo Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Maracanã Stadium - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Christ the Redeemer - 15 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

  • Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop - 3 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar do Mineiro - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Armazém São Thiago - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Mo Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Armazém e Pousada São Joaquim - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar da Fatinha - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte

Colonial bed & breakfast with a coffee shop and a restaurant
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte features free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and laundry facilities. There's free offsite parking, and an airport shuttle for BRL 240 per vehicle roundtrip. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours/tickets and luggage storage.
Guests can expect free WiFi and TVs with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Minibars and desks are also standard.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM for a fee: BRL 55 to 55 for adults and BRL 15 to 55 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Art gallery

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Built in 1928
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: BRL 50 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from February 12 2026 to February 20 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Select guestrooms
During renovations, the bed & breakfast will make every effort to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 5 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

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 55 to 55 for adults, and BRL 15 to 55 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: BRL 240 per vehicle (roundtrip)
  • Late check-in fee: BRL 50 for check-in between 8:00 PM and 11:30 PM

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

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.

Property is also known as

Modernistas Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Modernistas Rio de Janeiro
Bed & breakfast Modernistas Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Modernistas Hotel Bed & breakfast
Modernistas
Bed & breakfast Modernistas Hotel
Modernistas Rio De Janeiro
Modernistas Hotel
Modernistas Hospedagem E Arte
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte Rio de Janeiro
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte Bed & breakfast
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte Bed & breakfast Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

This bed & breakfast is situated in Santa Teresa within a short 15-minute walk of Selarón Steps and also 18 minutes on foot from Praca da Cruz Vermelha. You'll also find Flamengo Beach and Maracanã Stadium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

No, there isn't parking at the bed & breakfast but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte feature a casino?

No, Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a minibar as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte serves a cooked-to-order breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte though service animals are welcome.

Does Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

The closest major airport to Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte is Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont), which is 2.8 mi away (14 minutes by car). Another top airport is Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG), which is located 11.5 mi away (19-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte?

Yes, some guestrooms at Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte offer a balcony and may feature city views.

Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 72 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

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

Always a great experience

Great accommodations and exceptional service.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very unique accommodations that's part of an art gallery. The proprietor (Thelma) and staff (Mateo) were both amazing and friendly and we chatted (via google translate). Thelma also made a beautiful breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

A true gem in a perfect area. Loved our stay!

The Modernistas hotel is a true gem. We're an American couple who were staying in Rio for one evening. The hotel is small, adorable, unique, and in a terrific area, with plenty of bars, restaurants, and clubs within walking distance. It's also only a short cab ride to famous Rio destinations, including Ipanema, Christ the Redeemer, Sugar Loaf, etc. Do keep in mind that this is a very unique establishment and won't be a good fit for some travelers. The rooms are bizarre (but in a good way!) and it's all old-school. For example, you get a set of keys for getting in and out of the place, with no keycards or other fancy systems. There's no room service, no full restaurant, no pool, etc. If you are looking for those types of things, this isn't the place for you. If what you're looking for is a unique establishment to spend a nite or two at, this is a terrific fit. This is perfect for travelers like us who spend as little time as possible at the hotel and enjoy something different. One more thing to note: the rooms have very, very high cielings and are cooled by a mini-split. With Rio's temps easily getting up to 100F, the little machine needs to work pretty hard to keep the room cool. We were comfortable, but if you want your room to be an icebox, you won't be happy. Finally, the woman who owns/runs the place is incredibly sweet. We speak very little Portuguese and she speaks very little English, but she was patient and friendly while showing us the ropes. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

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

Great hotel

Always a great stay here. Home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My room was accessible in the foyer-like lobby adjacent to the art gallery. The door appears to be an extension and people may try to walk-in so best to look your door with a little turn-key in a key hole. My room was large and fit a king bed with room for a night stand a a desk. The bathroom was sizable also. There's a door covered in small mirrors that open to a very cute private patio. Also there are literary quotes printed on the walls from a popular author.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Breakfast is incredible

The breakfast is incredible. The room we had was very big and the area was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Humberto

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden fees if check in late. Not only that while it is eritter R$50 for late check in, owner is not shy to charge $100 or more depending on customer. No one is available after 6pm and so you are on your own. Own claims to cancel my pre paid reservation eithout proper refund. Even Expedia still showed reservation to bevthere and that means that it is not acserious business or basically a scam depending n who you are. Nightmare, just avoid it at all costs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Go there

Great location for Santa Teresa, very friendly owners and staff, wonderful breakfasts served in the garden. Excellent value for money, great art gallery as part of the building.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Talbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

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

My home when I visit Santa Teresa

This is my second time staying here, and it has become a home away from home. Wonderful quaint hotel in the perfect location, with a great staff and management.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for two nights during carnaval. The hotel is beautiful and in a perfect location in Santa Teresa. The hosts are so warm and friendly, they really looked after us and it was so nice to meet them! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Infested with mosquitos!

The hotel is cute as it's located inside a gallery, but it's infested with mosquitos. We woke up every morning covered in bug bites. It was the only terrible hotel experience of our three-week trip. We got bitten nowhere else in the country except in this hotel so going back to our room was repeatedly unpleasant. Told the owners about it and they accused us of making it up. We would never stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chuck

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

A charming hotel in the perfect location in Santa

A perfect hotel for me. Wonderful breakfasts. I'll return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mallory

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a small hotel with comfy beds and cool style. We loved being in the Santa Teresa neighbourhood! We missed having a common room in the hotel, but the cafe and gallery are lovely.

10/10 Excellent

willie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Willie

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apart from being centrally located in a historic neighborhood with a lot of artistic flare, the staff are very welcoming here. I thankfully arrived to the hotel when there was an art walk. It was great to be there and visit all of the galleries, that the Modernistas Hotel participated in as well. I highly also suggest having the breakfast. It is really good! The staff were also really nice to provide us with clean towels every day and recommendations for what to visit in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Artistic boutique hotel

Beautiful boutique hotel in the artistic area of Santa Teresa. Friendly and accommodating hosts and delicious breakfast in an art gallery. Street-side rooms have street noises but nothing earplugs wouldn’t fix. We hope to get the chance to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ari, Los Angeles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place in town. Friendly, beautiful, perfect location. Couldn’t be better.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great hotel and breakfast was the best in Brazil.

I stay at many hotels. This is one of my new favorites. Small hotel. Bed and pillows were great. Stayed in room with balcony. Nice size room. Had bathtub. Water was hot. Very clean. Pay for the breakfast. It was great. Gourmet. Felt safe in the area. Police station is right up the road. Try Explorer Bar. Good food good price.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

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

Art in the heart of Santa Teresa

If you are looking for a cute and practical small venue with amazing food and hospitality, look no further than Modernistas. Our hostess was helpful and gracious. The room was unique but clean and comfortable. It is walking distance to restaurants and cafes, as well as several tourist spots. It is in a neighborhood and we felt safe. The art gallery and art from local artists in rooms and common areas was a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robyn, Perth Australia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a great location, staff are smaxing rooms are beautiful and very uniwue. You will be amazed at the breakfast . This would be the only place I would stsy in Rio. The area is very safe. We were there during csrnival as Santa Terese was fantastic location for this. You can walk to most areas of interest.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ilias

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

Beautiful bohemian hotel

I had an amazing stay, would recommend it to anyone. Loved the room (with small balcony), the hosts and the environment. The neighborhood Santa Teresa is also one of the most interesting and artsy in Rio.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Y, Sydney

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a fantastic hotel/gallery! This was an awesome base for our trip to Rio! It was our first time in Brazil and the people at this hotel were helpful in terms of where to go (and where not to go), experiences and highlights only locals would know about, recommendations! The breakfast (optional) was a three course event every morning that was the perfect start to the stay! Also this is a safe and nice and quiet area which is also another reason I would strongly recommend this place! Santa Teresa is a very pretty neighbourhood and if you like art/culture you cannot pass up the opportunity to stay at this hotel!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020