Pousada Favelinha

Fantastic views, complimentary breakfast was nutritious and filling, amazing value compared to other Rio hostels, favela was very safe and quiet. Laundry service was also very helpful. Difficult to return at night with public transit, WiFi was inconsistent, neighbors occasionally played loud music late into the night.

The views from the accommodation on the main floor, the terrace on the top floor and our room were outstanding. However, be aware that the view comes at a cost no reflected in the price. What I mean by that is the following. As others have noted, it takes about a 5-10min walk from where a taxi/Uber can drop you off to walk to the accommodation. The walk is up and down with steep parts. When it rains the steepness can be challenging on the way down in particular. Also the narrow streets are littered with animal feces, which are easy to see during the day, smell a lot because of the heat, and are very difficult to see when in the dark. The other thing to keep in mind is that, while Santa Teresa is a lovely area to stay in if you are not in Rio for the first time and are wanting to explore all the main attractions, it is very difficult to get an Uber from Santa Teresa to other destinations in the city. Easiest is taxi, which is comparable to Uber rates. Also the same challenge for when you try to return to the accommodation. Last, but not least on more than one occasion there was animal feces in the hallway right outside of our door. Overall this is a budget accommodation offering great views, but I wouldn't recommend it for your first time in Rio and if only staying for a few days. But if you are in Rio and only looking to experience the flavela and the Santa Teresa area than give it a shot. Read above.

Stayed for 2 nights ; The view on the favella, It’s safe. The breakfast was correct and basic. The owner keeps following you wherever you go(in the kitchen, the terrace) as a couple we didn’t feel comfortable staying in the common area of this Pousada. The location is not easy accessible by public transportation, you need a taxi which can be tricky also to get.

More of a one-of-a-kind experience than a mere stay at a pousada: amazing views of Rio and the Sugar Loaf and a chance to "live" in a favela for a few days. Not for the timid and entitled tourist, but a gem for the traveller. A bit tricky to navigate there and back to Central!

I had an amazing time at this hostel for the past week, and am now extending the stay for two more weeks! Néia and her family are so sweet, and the place itself is beautiful, with an incredible view of the city and murals all over the walls. The bed is comfortable and the breakfast yummy. There's a place to wash and dry your clothes on the balcony, and it is nice to get in touch with basic skills like hand-washing clothes. I slept like a baby here and always had very interesting and complex dreams. Honestly, everything about the hostel is amazing! I can't recommend it enough.

The vibe of living in a favela!

Superb

>> Breakfast is so so great in this hostel, coz I love fruits. They provides few kinds of fruit per day, and having coffee, toast, milk, cheese, ham... etc. The staffs are so nice, you feel like you are living in local people's house. >> Sunrise view on the roof top is incredible !!! don't miss it if you planning to stay. >> Neighborhood are so friendly to us too. >> The only thing need to remind is the uber only arrive at the gate, you need to walk 5 mins up hill path to the hostel, if you carry with huge luggage, it might be a bit hard. Other than that, everything is good to me. Especially, after I was robbed in Lapa area, I feel so safe to stay in this Favelinha.

Exceptional

Incredible stay in a favela in Rio. The view of the city is stunning and the staff are very friendly and welcoming. Safe to walk in the favela even at night. Only downside, there is no AC but there are ventilators.

The view was the best and I've been to 46 country before hear More hammok

Great view! Clean rooms and facilities A bit far to reach from main road

The location is great, the house itself is colourful and nice. There are no air conditioners, so it was really hot and hard to sleep.

Localization and the view from the roof and room, hosts are very nice

All good

Couldn’t part with the view but quite happily, after 6 days, was pleased to say goodbye to stairs & hills.

I absolutely loved staying at Pousada Favelinha- it’s safe, the people are incredibly friendly and the location is extra

BEST PLACE EVER.

Amazing view. Very kind family and welcoming atmosphere.

The hostel was pretty clean but I felt the dorm room had seen better days and could use a bit of a spruce up as well as a fresh coat of paint. The son of the manager, Gabriel, was amiable and did his best to keep the guests happy and entertained. The best part of the hostel, as everyone says, is the world class view from the terrace on the top floor of the building. In-Cre-Di-Ble. ? Be aware, especially if one has a heavy pack or suitcase. there is a bit of a walk to the hostel from where the bus/Uber/taxi drops off. Even though it is an under-10 minute walk, keep in mind, there is a steep hill up as well as down, which could be problematic for some. I didn't encounter any issues with anyone living in the favela and it seemed to be just as safe as every other reviewer has said. I recommend staying here (maybe in a private room?) as it really is an experience to "live" in a favela for some time - and Oh, What A View! There was peeling paint in the dorm room and the mattresses and pillows were old and mildewy. Not good. Time for new ones, folks.