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Review Score

Based on 129 hostel reviews

8.9

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.4

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.5

  • Staff

    9.4

  • Value for money

    8.9

  • Free Wifi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: March 27, 2025

    10
    One of my favourite hostels, so cosy & homely, and a fantastic breakfast
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Really enjoyed my stay here, easily one of my favourite hostels I’ve visited. There was a lovely, relaxed atmosphere here and easy to meet people. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and it is a very homely hostel. I wished I could have stayed longer! The included breakfast is so good. There’s so much choice and the best part is they home-make a couple of delicious cakes each day for the breakfast - super tasty. Perfect location as is centred right on the river where it is so relaxing to sit, and a short walk to the historical centre. Free towels that get changed daily and clean spaces.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2025

    10
    Perfect
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The hostel was very clean, they clean the rooms every day so everything is super clean. The breakfast is really good it had a variety of different kinds of foods which were all amazing. I definitely would recommend to stay at this hostel

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 19, 2025

    10
    Just amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights

    nothing it was amazing

    From the moment we got there the staff were very helpful. Eric who was at the desk when we got there gave us the good news that our room had been upgraded as they try to do this where possible for every guest. He offered to help us with our luggage and gave a brief tour of the pousada and also helped us to book tours while we stayed there. It was a very relaxed atmosphere next to the river and it was a short walk to the nearby beach. The boat tour that they organise is a must it's great value for money and you get to go to some amazing places around paraty.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: March 16, 2025

    9.0
    Excellent location next to the river and a short walk to the historic centre. Nice little pool as well. Helpful friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Suite
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Excellent location next to the river and a short walk to the historic centre. Nice little pool as well. Helpful friendly staff.

    Stayed in March 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    It is in a wonderful location and the staff are so lovely and helpful! Especially Erik who helped me with my bags !

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 22, 2025

    9.0
    Great value for the money!
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 4-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Swimming pool was not as appealing as on the photos. But all in all, good value for money.

    Great hostel, beautifully located. Simple but nice and clean rooms/bathrooms. Breakfast was really good for the price! I highly recommend doing the boat tour from the hostel.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 21, 2025

    9.0
    Really great time overall. Would recommend as a nice, social spot in Paraty
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds/bedding were slightly outdated and a bit dusty

    The location was fantastic, the breakfast great and the price very reasonable. The staff were also great, especially Eric who gave lots of sage advice and was always willing to help. The other people at the hostel were also very friendly and there was a social vibe

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: February 20, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It got quite crowded at breakfast, some things were still missing at around 8:20, so if you have an early tour take that into account. We would have loved a few more utensils like as a toaster for breakfast and few things in the kitchen (deep plates or bowls, another chopping board, spoons). Overall it's not a complaint, just a tiny room for improvement :)

    The staff was exceptionally friendly and attentive. The place itself is a beautiful house on the river. We liked that there was a small kitchen to prepare a meal. The AC worked well and we could rest sooo good despite the heat of Paraty.

    Stayed in February 2025

  • Reviewed: January 27, 2025

    8.0
    Fantastic place with good atmosphere, great location and great breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The room was basic, kind of small, but good. The AC in our room was very noisy.

    The staff was really nice and helpful. The place has a warm and welcoming feel and very nicely decorated. The location by river and the company's own boat.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 25, 2025

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The beds and most importantly, the pillows were so uncomfortable. Rock hard and huge pillows. Bedroom also very small, loved the rest of it but this was a bit of a let down.

    Lovely staff who let us drop bags and check in early. Central location. Really nice outdoor area. Very good breakfast.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 19, 2025

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    I really enjoyed the the stay...would book it again in the future ❤️

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 12, 2025

    8.0
    Excellent for a short stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Suite
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Very small room and bathroom a bit tatty.

    Really friendly welcome and local advice. Lovely outdoor area with seating, small pool and deck over the river.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 7, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Might not be the best place to meet people but it's great if you want a quiet and nice place.

    The staff is great. They gave me a lot of tips and we're really welcoming. Free breakfast is good.

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: January 6, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Superior Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    They where very nice and the hotel is wonderful I will go again for sure And the have programs which the guys in it are great ❤️

    Stayed in January 2025

  • Reviewed: December 31, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A little more space for the breakfast buffet and a separate beverage section would reduce lines. Not a big deal.

    Beautiful location on the river, near downtown, but quieter.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 21, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely stay at this Pousada
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The mattress was quite thin and not the most comfortable

    The breakfast was one of the best I've had on my trip. It was a buffet of delicious fruits, breads with cheese and ham, eggs, sausages, cakes, and cereals. The staff were nice. They provide a towel and soap even in the dorms. 10 minute walk to the old town, 15 minutes to the beach, 5 minutes to the bus station.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 14, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bunk Bed in Male Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Adequate property with decent value close to the old center. The breakfast and super staff took it over the top, with Eric going above and beyond.

    Stayed in December 2024

  • Reviewed: December 1, 2024

    9.0
    Good breakfast, clean facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    It’s not inside the city centre but still close

    Everything is very clean with very high standards

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: November 4, 2024

    8.0
    Very nice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    convenient location to bus terminal and historic center | warm shower | solid WiFi | functional (outdoor) kitchen | comfortable common area | friendly and helpful staff | very clean | appreciated AirCon in dorm room | thank you!

    Stayed in November 2024

  • Reviewed: October 21, 2024

    8.0
    Very Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 8-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Although everything was very clean, they didn't change the bathroom garbage bin often. There was one bathroom for 8 people, so it would get full and smelly very fast. Same with the toilet paper, it would run out fast, and I had to ask for a new one. The soap was about to finish, too, before my departure.

    Staff was amazing, very helpful and eager to assist. Breakfast was very good, with a variety of products. Beds were comfortable and sheets smelled very clean. The location next to the river was amazing, you could have your breakfast or just hang around there.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Junior Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Colored sheets and pillow cases. I'm an avid fan of white sheets, cases and towels. This is minor in the big picture..

    Location! Breakfast! Tour arrangements were very convenient. Historical area and restaurants are walking distance

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: October 10, 2024

    9.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Single Bed in Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Maybe the bunkers need to be upgraded since the bed irons make some noise and could be quite annoying for the other roommates, too.

    First of all, the welcoming was very kind; even if I booked the accommodation the same night, the owner-Erick-was very charm, showed me the property, and introduced me with the other travelers who happen to be my friends now. Second, the hostel is located very close to downtown Paraty along with a beautiful river view. I had breakfast, at the hostel's deck by the river, that was also included on the bill. The atmosphere was lovely, very quiet and relaxing. The breakfast was delicious, especially the homemade cakes. Appreciate all the kindness and hospitality.

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: September 30, 2024

    8.0
    A good choice
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The van tour didn't take us to the most famous waterfall on the day I did it but another guest went a few days later so I guess it's dependant on the driver on the day. The bedsheets didn't seem to fit the mattresses properly and come undone but I've seen this in a few hostels in Brazil.

    Nice hostel in a decent location. Comfortable beds and big selection for breakfast, including eggs. The hostel has it's own van and boat so you can go on tours directly with them. There is a shared kitchen available also.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: September 23, 2024

    10
    Perfect stay in Paraty
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveler
    • Bed in 6-Bed Female Dormitory Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great general space, amazing breakfast and truly careful staff.

    Stayed in September 2024

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