79%Che Lagarto Hostels - Copacabana

Fantastic atmosphere at hostel. Only negs: Our double room was just that, a box with bed in - could use some furniture! Also internet free yet compulsary internet tax of 5 real (so not tecnically free) Great location 300m to beach. Ipenema is better neighbourhood, lots of harmless sleepy...

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by Dshea – posted on Nov 12, 2008

1

estupenda localizacion y la gente del hostes buena gente...y que decir del bar...estoy seguro que os gustara..rocker50 (barcelona)españa

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by rocker9496 – posted on Oct 28, 2008

1

Would be nice t have more info on events and music, etc.....

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by Arsenal2007 – posted on Oct 17, 2008

2

The hostel is very nice, and in a great location, but the best thing about it is the staff. So helpful, friendly, and outgoing, and always ready to pick up the phone to help you with an enquiry.

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by demelzabirtchnell838 – posted on Sep 23, 2008

3

Bedbugs.

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by malvin – posted on Sep 7, 2008

10

Reasonably good hostel. Friendly staff who like to socialise with the customers which is good.

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by darrylkerrigan1061 – posted on Jul 5, 2008

4

Booked in for a couple of days - stayed for a couple of weeks! Great place with amazing staff.

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by ghartnett1864 – posted on Jun 25, 2008

4

Nice place, well located though five or six blocks from the beach. Very much a party hostel. If it rains, you will spend the whole time drinking the reasonably priced capirinias

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by lawrencium2576305 – posted on Apr 2, 2008

1

The bathrooms in the dorms could have been a little cleaner, ie empty the toilet paper bins more than once a day. Also I killed a ock roach the size of a small cow in the kitchen.... enough said

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by dsgilm – posted on Mar 22, 2008

2

room was super sparse...not even a side table or lamp. and the pillows were the worst ive ever slept on. but the staff were super fun.

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by mikewartman2776 – posted on Mar 15, 2008

2

WOW, only stayed here one night but a really cool hostel. Acacia the girl that works here is one of the most helpful members of staff I have come accross in a hostel, a complete legend. Thanks you Che Lagarto. Mike.

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by mikewgrif – posted on Feb 27, 2008

20

Hideous, we are too old for it but still hideous.

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by nicolacarroll2208 – posted on Feb 22, 2008

10

Che Lagarto - Copacabana is great. The staff is awesome, although occasionally disorganized. Cleanliness is decent for a hostel, but they could raise the price a few Reales per day and have someone come to tidy up. Location is good, nice tree-lined street, with an Internet cafe next door and... more Che Lagarto - Copacabana is great. The staff is awesome, although occasionally disorganized. Cleanliness is decent for a hostel, but they could raise the price a few Reales per day and have someone come to tidy up. Location is good, nice tree-lined street, with an Internet cafe next door and the beach only a few blocks away. The next door neighbors could be better. They are old and don like noise after midnight. The crowd is good. Itś a different, friendly community each night.close

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by brookskincaid1336 – posted on Feb 21, 2008

1

I absolutely love this place, but Ill offer a little constructive critiscism: I first stayed here in 2005, think its gone a little bit down hill since then, but maybe its just because of Carnaval Craziness. They had crammed a load of really wobbly beds into the Pool Table Room, the door didnt... more I absolutely love this place, but Ill offer a little constructive critiscism: I first stayed here in 2005, think its gone a little bit down hill since then, but maybe its just because of Carnaval Craziness. They had crammed a load of really wobbly beds into the Pool Table Room, the door didnt lock and I didnt get a pillow. Also the downstairs toilet was constantly blocked. The bar was always running out of ice, cold beer and change. Also last time there was pool competions and beach football everyday, but like I said its probably different because of Carnaval craziness. The party atmosphere in this place is top notch, I met some great people and had an amazing carnaval time.close

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by don-monkeolli7814 – posted on Feb 19, 2008

2

Che Lagarto hostel had a very good party atmosphere when I visited. It also has good aspects like a TV room and bar. The hostel manager, Nataniele, is a very friendly and helpful person.

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by Davidfee – posted on Feb 16, 2008

17

I stayed at this hostel for 6 nights. Although I met some great people there and had a good time. I felt the hostel was very poorly managed. Only one shower out of 4 had hot water, one of the two toilets didn´t flush, the volume on the tv didn´t work and the security gate was broken, all for... more I stayed at this hostel for 6 nights. Although I met some great people there and had a good time. I felt the hostel was very poorly managed. Only one shower out of 4 had hot water, one of the two toilets didn´t flush, the volume on the tv didn´t work and the security gate was broken, all for the entire period of my stay. The staff were really friendly, although i know the one guy there worked 18 hours one day. As i said, poorly managed.close

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by bmischel – posted on Feb 8, 2008

1

great atmosphere, especially good for meeting fellow travelers. good bar. a very good choice in rio

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by urizonens6385 – posted on Feb 1, 2008

3

The staff either didn't know what was going on in the city or they just were not good at providing the information.. we always found out about stuff after the fact (i.e. Samba rehearsals, Sunday market, good bars, etc). Everything else about the hostel was great...! except maybe the western pop... more The staff either didn't know what was going on in the city or they just were not good at providing the information.. we always found out about stuff after the fact (i.e. Samba rehearsals, Sunday market, good bars, etc). Everything else about the hostel was great...! except maybe the western pop culture music, they didn't have any music from Brazil.close

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by davebudd4408 – posted on Feb 1, 2008

1

Alright hostel. Staff were friendly and tehy book some good tours. Only thing is, is that there are no windows and toilet paper. Would not stay there again and prefer thier twin hostel in Ipanema.

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by mrrobbie – posted on Jan 25, 2008

4

I think the hostal is very funny but is very expensive, there are not enough bathrooms and it should be condicionated air all day

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by angema – posted on Jan 5, 2008

1

Four bed dorms were cramped- our air conditioning wasn´t functioning and the showers were´nt hot or clean. Breakfast was pretty average- you may as well bring your own. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

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by kateo – posted on Dec 21, 2007

3

The staff at this hostel where unbeleivably hospitable considering it was a hostel. Anything you needed or any question you had where just a few words away and they would do there best to accomadate those needs. The day receptionist (Acacia) and the night receptionist (Daniel) where both great... more The staff at this hostel where unbeleivably hospitable considering it was a hostel. Anything you needed or any question you had where just a few words away and they would do there best to accomadate those needs. The day receptionist (Acacia) and the night receptionist (Daniel) where both great and a lot of fun. The night life at the hostel was always good as well with a happy hour everyday which is always a good thing when you enjoy a drink or 2. The manager (Nataniele) was very cool as well she always had a smile and was always on top of things, she even tried to arrange a cheap scuba dive for me great girl. Then there was Bruno he was just the best, a crazy man with no rules my kinda of guy.All in all I felt very welcome and ended up staying at the hostel longer than i planned due to how much i enjoyed my time there. I will be back for another stay in the future.close

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by sjames528098 – posted on Nov 24, 2007

1

Perhaps it was just the time of the week we were there, it was midweek, but the place was just a little bit dead, the staff did try but just not much happening. Otherwise clean, and a good location.

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by paulla7554 – posted on Sep 23, 2006

9

Very, very dirty! Not fit for humans.

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by tigerjoe21 – posted on Aug 17, 2006

2

The Air conditioner broke for 2 days in 40 C heat - not fixed and compensation was one free drink! Manager was good - the rest of the staff are unhelpful, forgetful and bloody useless! Good location for Copacabana but slightly dodgy area - one block from hostel a local was stabbed to death - We...

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by diski – posted on Mar 18, 2006

10

The staff were the best bit about the hostel. They were really helpful and a lot of fun! If you had a problem with anything or has any quieries, they were only too willing to help.

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by caroline7662 – posted on Mar 13, 2006

1

Great place....second time I have stayed there in the last 2 weeks. Just, for goodness sake, be very careful out on the streets of Copacabana. I got mugged last night by 3 blokes who saw me leave the Citibank ATM...even though the streets were still relatively busy with people. Staff at this...

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by Erikaka6534 – posted on Jan 11, 2006

26

Fantastic hostel...an absolutely perfect place for New Years celebrations in Rio. The gorgeous girls on the staff are soooo helpful.....and soooo hot!!

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by Erikaka6534 – posted on Jan 3, 2006

26

I went in chelagarto of buenos aires and the one in ipanema but the one in copacabana is not a chelagarto like the other the rooms are so tiny the sheets are not clean and we cannot open the windows properly I ve been stolen of my bag this hotel is a crap

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by audma – posted on Jan 3, 2006

1

good atmosphere, crap beds, crap bathroom and it was really dirty and the staff were nice but painfully slow

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by Csjhan – posted on Jul 13, 2005

1

The best and most social hostel in all of Rio. I love this place. A great place.

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by Mm2327 – posted on Mar 4, 2005

4

The first hostel I have come across that tries makes profits out of its guests at every turn. Dont be fooled by their outings, it is cheaper to get your mates in the dorm together and do it yourselves. they say they will take you to the ´favellas´ to make it sound interesting but they are not.... more The first hostel I have come across that tries makes profits out of its guests at every turn. Dont be fooled by their outings, it is cheaper to get your mates in the dorm together and do it yourselves. they say they will take you to the ´favellas´ to make it sound interesting but they are not. the air conditioner didnt work in the 2 rooms i tried, breaky no big deal.close

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by trippin – posted on Jan 25, 2005

1

They charge a lot ekstra for tours and others. Thats not a good ting to do when you travel like a backpacker and live on a low budget....

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by Joarhk – posted on Dec 21, 2004

1

Very good social scene but dont stay here if you want to relax and be quiet. Some of the trips are a rip off but always well organised, staff are very helpful. Some rooms are definately better than others always check!!!!

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by goony – posted on Dec 18, 2004

2

If you coming to Rio stay here. Endless party!

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by steveroseland – posted on Nov 29, 2004

46

need new couches in front of TV!!!!

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by leah05384 – posted on Nov 17, 2004

1

the staff is outstanding and very helpful in arranging for fun things to do. The most social hostel I've stayed in to date.

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by Velvet8221 – posted on Nov 14, 2004

1

I had a wonderful time here!

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by vanst3904 – posted on Aug 25, 2004

1

Its the first hostel i`ve been with a Piano Room. The staff is verry helpfull !!! Take care with Bar beacose the happy hours run all the time.

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by ferna4832 – posted on Jul 16, 2004

9

You can't beat the location 5 minute walk to Copacabana Beach. They arrange day trips to visit the Favalas, hike up to the Jesus the Redeemer Statue, Cable Cars to the Sugar Loaf mountains to watch the glorious sunset. The bar is incredible and so easy to meet people. All the construction is... more You can't beat the location 5 minute walk to Copacabana Beach. They arrange day trips to visit the Favalas, hike up to the Jesus the Redeemer Statue, Cable Cars to the Sugar Loaf mountains to watch the glorious sunset. The bar is incredible and so easy to meet people. All the construction is finished so the place is brand spanking new. I have been to 100s of hostels around the world but this one is one of the best. Dylan -Irelandclose

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by deardy – posted on Jul 15, 2004

1