Cheap Hotels Rio de Janeiro

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1. Official Tourism Site: Rio de Janeiro Hotels
2. Kayak: Find and Compare Hotel Room Rates in Rio de Janeiro
3. Frommer's: Rio de Janeiro Hotels
4. Fodor's: Rio de Janeiro Hotels  
5. Lonely Planet: Rio de Janeiro Where to Sleep
6. TripAdvisor: Rio de Janeiro Hotel Reviews Under $100  
7. WCities: Inexpensive Rio de Janeiro Hotels

Affordable Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

•   Prices posted reflect those of the cheapest rates for the cheapest room type with 1-2 person occupancy. Prices are likely to increase during holidays and weekends. All prices are in Brazilian reals.

• Arpoador Inn (Ipanema, R$162-R$180) Phone: 55-21-2523-0060 Google Map
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "The only budget-priced oceanfront hotel in Ipanema, the Arpoador Inn enjoys a privileged location on a quiet stretch of beach popular with the surf crowd..."

• • Fodor's Review   : "Built in the '70s, the hotel has since been renovated and has a well-known seafood restaurant on the ground floor overlooking the beach."

• • Lonely Planet Selection: "The Arpoador has the best location of any hotel in the city; it's the only place that doesn't have a busy street running between it and the beach."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Hotel Vermont (Ipanema, R$140-R$160) Phone: 55-21-2522-0057 Google Map
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "The Vermont sits smack in the middle of Ipanema's swankiest shopping district, and thanks to the rates at this small budget hotel, you'll have plenty of cash left for conspicuous consumption."

• • Lonely Planet Selection: "[I]f you're looking for an affordable place to crash in Ipanema, and can't be bothered with the hostels, the Vermont is a fair option."

• • TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Ipanema Inn (R$162-R$180) Phone: 55-21-2523-609 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review   : "If you want to stay in Ipanema and avoid the high prices of beachfront accommodations, this no-frills hotel with great service fits the bill."

• • Lonely Planet Selection: "[Ipanema Inn] is a decent option for those seeking comfortable but simple accommodation in an excellent neighbourhood - and at a price that won't erode the vacation budget."

• • TripAdvisor 3.0 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Martinique Copa (Copacabana, R$112-R$122) Phone: 55-21-2195-5200 Google Map
  • Frommer's Highly Recommended: "[All rooms] are pleasantly furnished in bright colors and have comfortable beds."

• • TripAdvisor 4.5 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Hotel Vilamar Copacabana (Copacabana} Phone: 55-21-3461-5601 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review   : "[Vilamar Copacabana] is only 200 meters (about 660 feet) from the beach..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

Hostels in Rio de Janeiro

• Lonely Planet: Rio de Janeiro Travel Hostels
• Yahoo! Travel: Hostels in Rio de Janeiro
• Hostelz.com: Rio de Janeiro Hostel Reviews

• Rio Hostel (Santa Teresa) Phone: 55-21-3852-0827 Google Map
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "One of Santa Teresa's hidden gems, Rio Hostel is one of the city's most atmospheric places to stay."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• El Misti Hostel (Botafogo) Phone: 55-21-2226-0991 Map
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "[El Misti] is a popular budget spot among Brazilian and foreign travelers for its cheap dorm rooms (with triple bunk beds) and lively atmosphere."

• • TripAdvisor 4.0 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Mellow Yellow Hostel (Copacabana) Phone: 55-21-2547-1993 Google Map
  • Lonely Planet Selection: "Copacabana's biggest hostel, Mellow Yellow attracts young travelers, who are willing to endure rustic accommodations in exchange for party atmosphere..."

• • TripAdvisor 3.5 Rating   (Note: Community rating; may change)

• Adventure Hostel (Ipanema) Phone: 55-21-3813-2726 Google Map
  • Fodor's Review   : "The bedrooms, shared bathrooms and public areas are all sparkling clean, and there is security on site all night."

Hotel Chains in Rio de Janeiro

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