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Vibe House Arraial in Arraial do Cabo provides adults-only accommodation with a garden, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and luggage storage space, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Anjos Beach, Praia Grande Beach and Forno Beach. The nearest airport is Cabo Frio International Airport, 10 km from Vibe House Arraial.

Staying there by itself was an experience! Good energy, high and positive vibe, super nice and cool people and lovely cats :) Felt like staying and being received by friends.. everyone was authentically nice and kind, the house is super clean with beautiful decoration. Definitely will return and recommend!

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9.2
Wonderful
279 reviews
Price from
$22
per night

Situated in Arraial do Cabo and with Anjos Beach reachable within 100 metres, Enseada Hostel features a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property is close to several well-known attractions, 700 metres from Oceanographic Museum, less than 1 km from Forno's Port and a 9-minute walk from Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium. The accommodation provides karaoke and a shared kitchen.

The area just on the corner from the beach. Hostel completely clean.

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9.1
Wonderful
976 reviews

Set in Arraial do Cabo, 700 metres from Praia Grande Beach, Guest House do Magoo offers beachfront accommodation and various facilities, such as barbecue facilities. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Staff on site can arrange a shuttle service.

Popular points of interest near the hostel include Anjos Beach, Forno Beach and Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium. The nearest airport is Cabo Frio International Airport, 8 km from Guest House do Magoo.

This is a big villa very well located in paradise. You can easily walk to several amazing beaches. There are supermarkets, bars, restaurants, shops. The villa has space, a well equipped kitchen. There is drinking water, hot shower, excellent WiFi, Smart TV. Life there is a havean. The host, Fabiano Magoo, is from there. He knows everyone and everything about the place. He is a very generous person with a golden heart ❤️

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9
Wonderful
151 reviews
Price from
$16
per night

Space Hostel, quartos privativos is situated in Arraial do Cabo, 300 metres from Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium and 400 metres from Arraial do Cabo City Hall. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. The property is non-smoking and is located 700 metres from Anjos Beach.

Super nice, close to the beach, they even allowed us to keep our luggage and shower the last day. Super grateful!

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9.5
Exceptional
32 reviews

Hostel Caminho da Praia is located on the beachfront in Arraial do Cabo, 100 metres from Anjos Beach and 1.4 km from Forno Beach. Located around 2.2 km from Prainha, the hostel with free WiFi is also 800 metres away from Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Church. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

Cafe da mahna, localizao , Arthur!

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9.3
Wonderful
56 reviews
Price from
$14
per night

A Coroa Hostel & Suites features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arraial do Cabo. Featuring barbecue facilities, the hostel is close to several noted attractions, around 500 metres from Anjos Beach, 1.4 km from Praia Grande Beach and 1.8 km from Forno Beach. The accommodation provides a shared kitchen, a 24-hour front desk and currency exchange for guests.

The hostel is designed well to encourage social interaction. The terrace upstairs has a nice view and a hammock. Breakfast is delicious and there's coffee and hot water all day. At night, there's cheap drinks and specialty food like pizza or tacos. The air conditioner in the room is cold, so remember to ask for a free blanket at the reception. The kitchen is well equipped and the wifi is great everywhere in the hostel. There's also a mini market within 2 minutes of the hostel.

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8.7
Excellent
1,109 reviews

Nossa Casa Arraial HOSTEL e SUÍTE provides rooms in Arraial do Cabo near Independence Square and Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium. Among the facilities at this property are a shared kitchen and a shared lounge, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Arraial do Cabo City Hall is 700 metres away and Oceanographic Museum is 1.3 km from the hostel.

Kitchen is pleasant, airy, with a big window so almost feels like being at the terrace. Athmosphere in the hostel was nice, friendly. It is 5 min walk from praia grande. It is a calm street. Beds were comfortable.

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8.5
Very Good
136 reviews
Price from
$7
per night

SANTO MAR HOSTEL provides accommodation with free WiFi in Arraial do Cabo, ideally situated 300 metres from Praia Grande Beach and 1.3 km from Anjos Beach. The property is around 600 metres from Arraial do Cabo City Hall, 1.1 km from Oceanographic Museum and 1.2 km from Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Church. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and a shared lounge for guests.

I loved to stay at Santo Mar Hostel: the location is perfect, super close to Praia Grande where you can see a beautiful sunset every day, and the staff is amazing! The volunteers are great, we became friends and they really made me feel like home. The owner, Rodrigo, was so helpful and kind: he offered me his avocado juice and a looot of support when I had troubles with my phone. Super recommended!

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8.3
Very Good
101 reviews

Boasting a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Chamos Hostel Cultural is situated in Arraial do Cabo, 400 metres from Anjos Beach and 800 metres from Forno Beach. The property is around 400 metres from Forno's Port, 600 metres from Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium and 600 metres from Arraial do Cabo City Hall. The accommodation features karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Nice hostel with good location and friendly staff.

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8.8
Excellent
458 reviews
Price from
$30
per night

Located in Arraial do Cabo and with Praia Grande Beach reachable within 200 metres, Massambaba Hostel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar. The property is close to Oceanographic Museum, Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Church and Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium. The accommodation offers karaoke and a shared kitchen.

Property is very close to the beach. Host was really friendly and welcoming. He was always eager to help. Thank you so much !!!!

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8.8
Excellent
345 reviews
Price from
$21
per night

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Budget travelers know there's no better way to make the most of their trip than by staying at a hostel: Save money for exploring during the day, and swap stories with fellow backpackers in the shared kitchen or bar in the evening. Dorm-style bedrooms with shared bathrooms are standard hostel fare, but private rooms are also available for those willing to pay a little more.
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  • Guest House do Magoo
    Budget options available
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 152 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo, Guest House do Magoo offers beachfront accommodations a 8-minute walk from Praia Grande Beach and facilities like barbecue facilities.

    Top demais ,fui muito bem recebido por todos.Vale a pena.Voltarei em breve😁🙏

  • A Coroa Hostel & Suites
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,109 reviews

    A Coroa Hostel & Suites features a garden, shared lounge, a terrace and bar in Arraial do Cabo.

    Das instalações do hostel, do quarto, do banheiro.

  • Chamos Hostel Cultural
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 458 reviews

    Featuring a garden, shared lounge, bar and free WiFi, Chamos Hostel Cultural is located in Arraial do Cabo, a 4-minute walk from Anjos Beach and half a mile from Forno Beach.

    Nice hostel with good location and friendly staff.

  • Canto da Praia Suítes
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 377 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo, a few steps from Praia Grande Beach, Canto da Praia Suítes provides air-conditioned rooms and a shared lounge.

    Localização excelente. Hostel confortável e limpo. Recomendo!

  • Pé na Areia
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1 review

    Located in Arraial do Cabo and with Praia Grande Beach reachable within a few steps, Pé na Areia has a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a bar.

  • Pousada econômica bon vivant arraial do cabo
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1 review

    Featuring a shared lounge, Pousada econômica bon vivant arraial do cabo is located in Arraial do Cabo in the Estado do Rio de Janeiro region, a 4-minute walk from Anjos Beach and 0.9 miles from Forno...

  • Space Hostel , quartos privativos
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 32 reviews

    Space Hostel, quartos privativos is located in Arraial do Cabo, a 14-minute walk from Forno Beach and 300 yards from Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium.

    Perto de tudo, bem no centro. Local tranquilo e organizado.

  • SANTO MAR HOSTEL
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 101 reviews

    SANTO MAR HOSTEL provides accommodations with free WiFi in Arraial do Cabo, ideally set a 3-minute walk from Praia Grande Beach and 0.8 miles from Anjos Beach.

    Todo, la gente del hostel re servicial, recomiendo

Great access to the city center! Check these hostels in Arraial do Cabo

  • Hostel Caminho da Praia
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 56 reviews

    Hostel Caminho da Praia is located on the beachfront in Arraial do Cabo, a few steps from Anjos Beach and a 16-minute walk from Forno Beach.

    Atenção e cuidado do Arthur e da esposa com os hóspedes

  • Vibe House Arraial
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 279 reviews

    Vibe House Arraial in Arraial do Cabo provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and barbecue facilities.

    Nice rooms with lots of space and comfortable beds.

  • Casarão hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 33 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo within a few steps of Anjos Beach and a 16-minute walk of Forno Beach, Casarão hostel provides rooms with free WiFi.

    Tudo perfeito,amei e pretendo voltar outras vezes.

  • La Casa Hostel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 380 reviews

    La Casa Hostel in Arraial do Cabo provides adults only accommodations with a garden, a shared lounge and a bar.

    The common area Garden with amaca Location Staff

  • Massambaba Hostel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 346 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo and with Praia Grande Beach reachable within a 2-minute walk, Massambaba Hostel provides a tour desk, non-smoking rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi throughout the property...

    Tadeu e Gabi super atenciosos e solícitos, ótima localização

  • Hostel Paraíso
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 118 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo, Hostel Paraíso features an outdoor swimming pool, garden, shared lounge, and free WiFi throughout the property.

    Sinta-se em casa, no paraíso! Galera muito gente boa.

  • Suítes Apoena
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 11 reviews

    Located in Arraial do Cabo, Suítes Apoena provides air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi. The property is close to Hermenegildo Barcellos Stadium, Oceanographic Museum and Arraial do Cabo City Hall.

    A localização é excelente , lugar é confortável e atendimento muito bom.

  • Pousada Shalom
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 48 reviews

    Pousada Shalom provides rooms in Arraial do Cabo near Forno's Port and Oceanographic Museum.

    Café da manhã incrível, feito com carinho e dedicação.

  • Suite Proximo a Praia
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 41 reviews

    Suite Proximo a Praia has accommodations in Arraial do Cabo near Forno's Port and Arraial do Cabo City Hall.

    Acomodação boa, localização excelente e simpatia de todos.

  • Suite quero mais arraial
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 66 reviews

    Suite quero mais arraial is located in Arraial do Cabo, within a 11-minute walk of Oceanographic Museum and 0.7 miles of Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Church.

    Adorei tudo, desde a recepção até há acomodação. Tudo incrivel.

  • SANTO MAR HOSTEL

    SANTO MAR HOSTEL is located in Arraial do Cabo, within a 13-minute walk of Oceanographic Museum and 0.8 miles of Nossa Senhora dos Remedios Church.

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Hostels that guests love in Arraial do Cabo

  • Avg. price/night: $23.76
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 279 reviews
    The house is beautiful and very comfortable. Rafael is a very accommodating host and it felt more like home than a hostel. I ended up staying 5 nights instead of the 2 I originally booked.
    Vivienne
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $51.64
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 1,109 reviews
    The hostel is designed well to encourage social interaction. The terrace upstairs has a nice view and a hammock. Breakfast is delicious and there's coffee and hot water all day. At night, there's cheap drinks and specialty food like pizza or tacos. The air conditioner in the room is cold, so remember to ask for a free blanket at the reception. The kitchen is well equipped and the wifi is great everywhere in the hostel. There's also a mini market within 2 minutes of the hostel.
    The TMax
    Solo traveler
  • 8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 101 reviews
    The owner aswell as the volunteers are incredible people. They‘re so nice and down to earth and you just really like to hang out there in the evenings. I made a lot of friends there. Arraial Do Cabo is very safe and you don‘t have to worry about anything.
    Micaela Cristina
    Solo traveler
  • 8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 136 reviews
    Kitchen is pleasant, airy, with a big window so almost feels like being at the terrace. Athmosphere in the hostel was nice, friendly. It is 5 min walk from praia grande. It is a calm street. Beds were comfortable.
    Katja
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $28.69
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 380 reviews
    ●Air-conditioning room ●Well equipped kitchen ●comfy bed and dorm room has plenty of space ●This hostel provides nice breakfast to the guests ●Chill garden and common area ●Good price if it's not in peak season ●Location is in the center, 7mins walk to the Grande Beach, the best place to see the sunset, bus stop to Cabo Frio just 2 mins walk, Supermarket, restaurants nearby
    Daisy Cheng Nga Yin
    Solo traveler
  • 8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 334 reviews
    The staff was nice and helpful. All staff was great and I would like to mention Douglas because he is extremely friendly, je is also the best tour guide. The location is perfect, The best hostel to have an unforgettable time in Arraial do Cabo.
    Anis
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.19
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 582 reviews
    everyone and everything! beautiful hostel
    Agustina
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $23.76
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Wonderful
    Rated wonderful
     · 279 reviews
    I had an amazing time there. It was a great experience at this hostel. Rafael was very attentive, and the house itself is lovely. You feel like home. It was the best hostel I've stayed at. I would definitely come back.
    Cristina
    Solo traveler
  • 8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Excellent
    Rated excellent
     · 31 reviews
    Arthur was friendly and helpful. Good location. Very cheap so total value for money. Even though very old property it was spotlessly clean. shower was warm and good
    Laura
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $79.19
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 582 reviews
    The best hostel ever in my experience. The manager Aline makes everyone happy and comfortable. All staff members are very friendly and helpful. I know it’s difficult to do like this but that made me perfect stay at Arraial do Cabo. Miss them already. Thank you very much!!!
    Akihiko
    Solo traveler
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