Aquarela do Leme

“This is really a magical place in the busy Rio. I first came for 2 nights as i was amazed by all comments here. I ofcourse validate all the positive comments and add my personal feedback. This difficult period of covid has changed few things, and having all the owner family around has a great value to this place and might not have satisfied some guests, as kids are playing around... however, I was very pleased. I came back a second time for a weekend and stayed 10 days. Marielle and Thibault, plus all the employees are so nice and very concern about their guests. They always tried to help me, and do all they can to make feel better than home. They also speak many languages and share their experiences of Rio and Brazil. I was in a private cute rooms both times...with a stunning sea view, very confortable bed and great decoration..bath room is modern and great....the plus for me was the hamac in the balcony to chill if you don't want to be in the common areas...the rooftop is so cool and the reception/tv living room is full of love. Dancing evening on Saturdays were great too. I would say, I travel a lot and tried different places...and this one make me really feel home and secure. I discovered a hostel and left with friends. Merci/tack/obrigadooo amigos!!”

“Nice breakfast, safe location, nice staff”

“I loved everything. First, l loved the owners. They were welcoming, open, and it is obvious they love what they do. I felt welcomed and at home. I was able to relax when I needed and party hard as well. I loved that the hostel is in a favela where I was able to safely experience living in a favela. I met great people at the hostel. The view is out of this world. I've come to learn that favelas have some of the best vies in Rio.”

“One of the best experiences I had in hostels. The crew is amazing, the place is outstandingly beautiful, very light, and clean. The energy of the place is really overwhelming with the Pipoca (the dog) and the children. So close to everything, I really liked my stay and indicate this place to everybody that wants to enjoy Rio :)”

“I have stayed in many, many hostels over the years, and Aquarela is right up near the top. Truly a world class hostel. The owner Thibeaut and his partner Marielle are gems. They built the hostel from the ground up a few years ago, so the building was designed to be a hostel rather than repurposed like many other hostels. The beds are clean and comfortable (a rarity in Brazil), there are privacy curtains, the view from each room is stunning, and the breakfast is excellent. The owners have a beautiful chocolate labrador and three cute kids. During non-covid times, I suspect the hostel is lively and many events are organized on the amazing rooftop. Even during covid, I couldn’t have asked for a better stay. I can’t wait to return.”