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Our top choices for Rio de Janeiro cheap hotels

A pool area with lounge chairs and an umbrella, surrounded by lush greenery and a view of a mountain and cityscape.

1. Chez Georges

Chez Georges
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with the nicest people in charge of guests!!"
United States
Paola
The price is ₩521,192
₩547,252 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Chez Georges
A balcony with a view of a cityscape, a swimming pool, and a tiled floor.

2. Hostel Sunrise

Hostel Sunrise
1.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Muito bom só gostaria de está ficando mais uma estadia e não conseguir "
Brazil
luana
The price is ₩59,743
₩62,730 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Hostel Sunrise
A historic building with a large tree in the front yard, a staircase leading to a balcony, and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Hostel Casa Aprazível

Hostel Casa Aprazível
2.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Great property but a little bit far from all the tourist attractions"
United States
dennis
The price is ₩96,729
₩101,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Hostel Casa Aprazível
An art gallery with a staircase, paintings, and sculptures.

4. Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte

Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (78 reviews)
"A great and charming place! Lovely owner, great location, amazing bed, tasteful breakfast!"
Netherlands
Barbara
The price is ₩84,110
₩88,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Modernistas Hospedagem e Arte
A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by tropical foliage.

5. Boutique Hotel Castelinho

Boutique Hotel Castelinho
3.5 star property
Santa Teresa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Great place and laid back. Highly recommend eating the appetizers!"
United States
Frank
The price is ₩123,013
₩129,164 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Boutique Hotel Castelinho
A hotel reception area with a curved counter, a staircase, and a decorative iron gate.

6. B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont

B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,155 reviews)
"Perfect for those traveling solo on business trips or for consulate interviews. The staff are very helpful. Juliana was there during my stay, and she was amazing helping me and my husband printing a lot of paperwork we needed for our consulate interview! We did everything by foot. 10min from the airport, mall and 8min from consulate. All walking distance. Highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Edimar T
The price is ₩79,287
₩83,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 6 - Nov 7
B&B HOTEL Santos Dumont
A poolside area with lounge chairs and a small table, surrounded by lush greenery and palm trees.

7. Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro - MGallery Collection

Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro - MGallery Collection
5.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (461 reviews)
"Great place and amazing breakfast"
United States
Pia
The price is ₩532,356
₩558,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Santa Teresa Hotel Rio de Janeiro - MGallery Collection
A building with a sign reading "Sangha Urena".

8. Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation

Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation
1.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Incrível!"
Brazil
Gabriel
The price is ₩70,543
₩74,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Sangha Urbana - hostel, yoga & meditation
A building with a tiled roof, a wooden door, and a small outdoor seating area with a white planter and palm tree.

9. casaJOMO

casaJOMO
4.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very nice house, lovely family business and a cute neighborhood. Really enjoyed staying there."
France
christophe
The price is ₩142,841
₩149,983 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3
casaJOMO
A multi-level interior with hanging spherical lights, potted plants, and patterned wall designs.

10. Hotel Art Lapa

Hotel Art Lapa
3.0 star property
Lapa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (589 reviews)
"Good location for some of Rio’s key tourist attractions. Also close to bars and noisy nightlife. Area has many vagrants and people sleeping rough and constant smell of urine."
Australia
Andrew
The price is ₩43,428
₩45,600 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hotel Art Lapa
A staircase with marble steps, a chandelier, and a painting on the wall.

11. Downtown Santana Hotel

Downtown Santana Hotel
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (123 reviews)
"10/10"
Mexico
Brayan Axel
The price is ₩31,519
₩33,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Downtown Santana Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a building with a tiled facade.

12. Scorial Rio Hotel

Scorial Rio Hotel
3.0 star property
Catete
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"Breakfast was excellent ! Beds were terrible,we were three people and all the beds were very uncomfortable."
United States
Marilsa
The price is ₩105,867
₩121,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Scorial Rio Hotel
A hallway with patterned tiles, a staircase, and a framed painting on the wall.

13. Hotel Monte Alegre

Hotel Monte Alegre
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,135 reviews)
"A very good budget hotel. For the price was excellent. Would stay again."
United States
Onsby
The price is ₩42,445
₩44,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Hotel Monte Alegre
A rooftop pool with a water feature, surrounded by potted plants and illuminated by ambient lighting.

14. Casa Nova Hotel

Casa Nova Hotel
3.0 star property
Santa Teresa
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The breakfast was amazing!"
Australia
Dorota
The price is ₩72,585
₩76,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Casa Nova Hotel
The exterior of the Elegance Hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a prominent logo.

15. Elegance Praia Hotel

Elegance Praia Hotel
3.5 star property
Flamengo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,100 reviews)
"Solid rooms for the price, good breakfast choices."
United States
Matjaz
The price is ₩83,992
₩88,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Elegance Praia Hotel
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a pool, and a view of the water and mountains.

16. Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish

Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,514 reviews)
"Location is the main reason to stay here if you have a late arrival or early departure from SDU"
United States
Marcos
The price is ₩141,234
₩148,295 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Prodigy Santos Dumont by Wish
A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and a large building with a dome in the background.

17. Windsor Guanabara Hotel

Windsor Guanabara Hotel
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Good location in centro close to Saara but also clean and comfortable."
United States
Ariel
The price is ₩106,242
₩111,557 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Windsor Guanabara Hotel
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a well-lit building with multiple windows.

18. Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro

Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
4.5 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel! I will definitely stay there again. Clean, quiet, great restaurant!"
United States
Kenneth
The price is ₩130,561
₩137,089 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Vila Galé Rio de Janeiro
A kitchen with a black countertop, white cabinets, and a marble backsplash.

19. Elohim Residencial

Elohim Residencial
4.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"Room was really clean. The setup is a bit off but you get more than what you pay for especially in this area"
United States
Peter
The price is ₩50,467
₩52,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Elohim Residencial
A modern building with a prominent 'ibis' sign above the entrance, large windows, and a digital display.

20. ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont

ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
3.0 star property
Rio de Janeiro Centro
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,187 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay."
United States
Thiago
The price is ₩66,017
₩69,318 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
ibis Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont
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Top Rio de Janeiro Hotel Reviews

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

10/10 Excellent
"Good rooms, everything was pretty clean. Close enough to everything I had to visit."
JoeLouis 6-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Hotel Atlantico Business Centro

Frequently asked questions

What is Rio de Janeiro like for travelers on a budget?
Rio de Janeiro has a variety of cheap accommodations and places to visit, making it a great getaway spot for budget travelers. In addition to its well-known attractions like Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach, this destination is home to Flamengo Park and Catete Palace, which you can enjoy while spending very little.
What's the best budget-friendly hotel in Rio de Janeiro?
Based on reviews, Othon Palace Copacabana Rio is a popular hotel for our travelers who want a more economical choice, and features free buffet breakfast and free WiFi. Other options to stay on the cheap include Hotel Nacional Rio de Janeiro OFICIAL and Jo&Joe Rio de Janeiro Largo do Boticário.
How many budget hotels will I find in Rio de Janeiro?
Choose a hotel that suits your wallet among Expedia's 112 budget hotels in Rio de Janeiro.
When is the best time for a budget trip to Rio de Janeiro?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Rio de Janeiro, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually February and January with an average temp of 79°F, while the coldest months are July and August with an average of 71°F. Average annual precipitation for Rio de Janeiro is 50 inches.
What is there to see and do in Rio de Janeiro?
Rio de Janeiro is known for its museums and art galleries, and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions that interest you most, such as Copacabana Beach and Ipanema Beach, and then look for sights and activities that cost little or nothing at all. Explore and snap photos of landmarks like Municipal Theater and Arcos da Lapa, or hunt for bargains with some shopping at Botafogo Praia Shopping.
How can I get to Rio de Janeiro and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Rio de Janeiro is a smart way to keep your trip affordable. The most convenient airport is Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont), 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 7.9 mi (12.7 km) away: Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG). Take advantage of metro transit at Colombo Tram Stop, Sete de Setembro Tram Stop, and Carioca Station.