Title: Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=4362539&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Travelers enjoy the energetic vibe at this Rio hostel's bar while having easy access to Ipanema Beach and Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon ## Photo gallery for Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema ![Exterior - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/98662ec3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/4df6e65b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/f3301ae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Daily buffet breakfast (BRL 34 per person) - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/00b20ca4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach bar - Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema (Rio de Janeiro)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/aabda15c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema is steps from the lagoon and famous beach shores. The hostel buzzes with social energy, especially at its popular bar. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and multilingual staff assistance. The team arranges local tours for those ready to explore Rio. ## Reviews 8.4 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available - Bar - Housekeeping - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 23 - Jan. 24](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-24&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 24 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-24&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=4362539&PinnedHotelID=4362539&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 30 - 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107 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/4df6e65b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room ### Highlights Air conditioning TV Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Cable channels Daily housekeeping In-room safe - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm ![Blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4370000/4362600/4362539/9e4e1f88.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Air conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Private bathroom Daily housekeeping - 108 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Twin Bunk Bed ## You may also like Ad ![Rooftop terrace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/10600/10590/a4c8de66.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana Copacabana - 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[Visit our Rio de Janeiro travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro.dx178301) [View more Hostels in Rio de Janeiro](https://www.expedia.ca/Rio-De-Janeiro-Hostels.d178301-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-22.98455%2C-43.21431&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jTNKhAKZX8IjyQ_Of9N3BhIBVVc=) Paul Redfern, 41, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22041-080 ### What's nearby - ![Palms and Two Brothers Mountain on Ipanema beach, Rio de Janeiro](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061510/c2675265-905e-43bc-bbbe-ddd9e03a3ec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ipanema Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Aerial View of Ipanema and Leblon Beach in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061516/978be3ef-3f26-4925-871f-d153ff4193c1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Leblon Beach 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - ![Beautiful view of the redeeming Christ! #lagoon #goodfeelings](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2998/9b01ec68-4b57-4b40-a67e-d051daea265c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rodrigo de Freitas Lagoon 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Shopping Leblon 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Rio Design Leblon 5 min walk \- 0.5 km ### Getting around - Jardim de Alah - Leblon Station 4 min walk - Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station 10 min drive - Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) 24 min drive ### Restaurants - Classico Beach Club Ipanema 3 min walk - Nema 3 min walk - Teva 2 min walk - Pizzaria Camelo 2 min walk - Tijolada 2 min walk ## About this property ### Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Hostel near Ipanema Beach Close to Leblon Beach, Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema provides amenities like a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Other perks include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises - Tour/ticket assistance, multilingual staff, and a front-desk safe Room features All guestrooms at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately BRL 34 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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 Cashless transactions are available Long-term renters welcome Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit ### We should mention This property does not have elevators Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he 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. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information. Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property ### Property is also known as Che Lagarto Che Lagarto Hostel Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Che Lagarto Ipanema Hostel Ipanema Che Lagarto Hostel Lagarto Ipanema Che Lagarto Lagarto Lagarto Hostel Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio De Janeiro, Brazil Che Lagarto Hostels Ipanema Hotel Rio De Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio De Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Rio de Janeiro Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Hostel/Backpacker accommodation ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### What time is check-out at Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema? ### Where is Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema Reviews 8.4 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 9.0 Staff & service ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 51 8 - Good 33 6 - Okay 11 4 - Poor 4 2 - Terrible 4 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Brian Oct 1, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff is very friendly, they give free drinks between 6pm to 7pm, there are some bars around not far away, very close to ipanema beach for a walk ##### Brian Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mamadou Hady Oct 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Che lagarto was very good stay for the price and the prime location near the beach and 2 party hostels. I had to change rooms but no big deal.. The bed was comfy, the bathrooms were fairly clean but I think they could be cleaner. Erika was really nice and caring volunteer, she made an amazing breakfast buffet for the morning. I only stayed one night but I would recommend this hostel anytime. ##### Mamadou Hady Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cody Jun 28, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities We only stayed one night but it was very clean and nice. They had people outside in the lobby and sidewalk area having drinks as a social gathering. I would recommend staying there. ##### Cody Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Eddy Feb 27, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very Nice staff ##### Eddy Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ADRIEN ROBERTO Jul 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Atende as expectativas. ##### ADRIEN ROBERTO Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Verified traveller Apr 23, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities SMALL room dormitory and very different from picture website/ ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### THAIS Oct 18, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Péssima experiência Paguei o café da manhã na hora da reserva e não me deixaram comer 7h30, pois começava 8h, sendo que a mesa já estava servida. Disseram que me serveriam um prato para não estragar a mesa, fiquei esperando até 7h50 e não me trouxeram. Tinha que estar às 8h no trabalho, então fui embora pois iria me atrasar demais. A estrutura do Hostel não é nada parecida com as fotos. Está super deterriorada, a limpeza não é boa, barulho a noite toda pois fazem festa a noite, o quarto uma bagunça, o banheiro sujo e precário, atendente fumando em cima de você enquanto tu tenta fazer a refeição no espaço minúsculo da recepção onde quase todas as mesas ficam na calçada. Foi uma péssima escolha ter ido para um hostel. ##### THAIS Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gabriela Oct 4, 2025 Liked: Staff & service, room comfort Disliked: Property conditions & facilities A equipe do hostel é muito gentil e atenciosa, a localização é boa e a cama confortável. Gostei da opção de cadeira grátis na praia que eles oferecem em dois quiosques! Todo dia também há happy hour com caipirinha e socialização da galera. O café da manhã tem um bom custo benefício, com opções de pães, frios e frutas. Há maleiro para guardar a mala gratuitamente antes ou depois do check in. Os pontos a melhorar são da infraestrutura do prédio, pois há vazamentos de água nos corredores. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/83bf57c5-ce0f-4484-859f-8ebe0ff86f0d-1759579451350.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/c41b9e19-3510-4f32-bcda-308e5bd95e57-1759579482442.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Gabriela Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Pablo Sep 15, 2025 El bar esta bien ubicado, pero esperabamos que las instaciones estuviera en mejores condiciones. Me he hospedado en otros che en Mexico y en Brasil y este es el peor. ##### Pablo Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 4/10 Poor #### Glesdiriana Aug 27, 2025 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ruim Lugar só com localização boa .. ##### Glesdiriana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Jul 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Tive uma estadia muito agradável no hostel e gostaria de destacar a limpeza impecável do local — desde os ambientes comuns até os quartos, tudo sempre muito organizado. As roupas de cama estavam super limpas e cheirosas, o que fez toda a diferença para o meu conforto. Os funcionários também merecem elogios: sempre gentis, atenciosos e de bom humor, o que cria um clima acolhedor e leve. Gostei bastante da estrutura e da proposta do hostel, que tem um astral ótimo. O ambiente é jovem, descontraído e bem cuidado, o que tornou minha experiência ainda melhor. Apenas como sugestão construtiva, notei que, em alguns momentos, a forma de comunicação da (acredito que seja) gerente poderia ser um pouco mais delicada, especialmente com a equipe. Apesar de ser uma pessoa simpática, algumas falas soaram ríspidas, o que destoa um pouco do clima amigável do lugar. No geral, foi uma excelente experiência e voltaria com certeza. Espero que o feedback seja recebido com carinho, pois é um lugar com muito potencial e já acerta em muitos pontos importantes. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pedro Jul 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Sem palavras Foi tudo perfeito. A equipe é maravilhosa, a localização é sensacional numa rua próxima de vários comércios, uma quadra da praia e barzinhos ótimos. Todos muito educados e os colegas de quarto foram incríveis. Pude deixar as coisas no saguão até a hora do check-in e fui super bem recebido. Nota 1000 ##### Pedro Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ROBERTO Jun 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### O alojamento cumpre com o que propõe oferecer O alojamento cumpre com o que propõe oferecer. ##### ROBERTO Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jan 2, 2025 Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Achei o local bem simples e caro pelo o que oferecem. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/2E48BB7FD87A89EF20A483D6C82C3576D944C2551735852252835.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/27B3CBE81CEC9BBFBA8546EF713A84E6486280801735852252556.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Roberto César Oct 21, 2024 Disliked: Room comfort #### Bom para uma estadia rápida Excelente localização, próximo ao metro, mercados, barzinhos e academias. Estrutura razoável. ##### Roberto César Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### FABIO r Aug 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### recomendo Gostei muito do hostel. foi minha primeira vez. otimo cafe da manha. funcionarios exemplares. em especial a roberta que foi muito atenciosa e prestativa. ##### FABIO r Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Jul 25, 2024 Liked: Staff & service #### muito proveitoso localizaçao ótima, atendimento impecavel ##### Verified traveller Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leonardo Feb 5, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Ótima experiência Foi muito bacana, o staff era incrível <3 ##### Leonardo Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Flávia Dec 12, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Espectativa x realidade Fui pensando em apenas um lugar para dormir, mas foi incrível, limpo, profissionais maravilhosos e a localização nem se fala. Voltarei com certeza 😜☺️ ##### Flávia Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### INGRID LARISSA Sep 14, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfeitos, zero defeitos. Viajei sozinha e fiquei no quarto privado. Internet bem boa pra trabalhar. Excelente localização e atendimento incrível. Pessoal super receptivo, deram varias dicas de rolês e ainda tinha caipirinha free todos os dias. Voltarei mais vezes :) ❤️ ##### INGRID LARISSA Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Verified traveller Feb 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Property conditions & facilities E mt bom.maa banheiro principalmente misto tem que dar uma olhada nas travas. Como num quarto misto o banheiro nao tem trava? Falta espelho nos quartos que sao pequenos. Mas em si e um local muito bons.com orimos funcionários. Vibe boa w ótima localização. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Sandro Jan 17, 2022 Disliked: Cleanliness #### Razoável Estava em reforma. Razoável. ##### Sandro Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mayra Sep 10, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Recomendo! Foi muito bom, melhor hostel do rio ❤ ##### Mayra Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pablo Aug 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Good Location Bom hostel pertíssimo da praia. ##### Pablo Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021 ### 4/10 Poor #### Marco Jul 1, 2021 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort I'm sorry to say I did't like the hostel. The check in took 40 minutes and the room not dirty. it looks like the place are not well maintained. 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