82%Che Lagarto Hostels - Ipanema

Hostel was just OK, stayed in double room and there was quite a smell in it, shower waas cold too. In a great location right beside Ipanema beach, the staff were very helpful also

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by andreamcc242354 – posted on Nov 24, 2008

3

TV was broken, elevator works sometimes, 1 computer down...

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by lillydarnell7011 – posted on Nov 17, 2008

3

Was in the middle of renovations so prob not the best time to be there.

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by kimmystarr4032 – posted on Nov 15, 2008

3

The place has a great atmosphere, the staff is friendly and helpful, the location is one of the best in Rio (not far from "posto 9", which is the best spot on ipanema beach). Not the typical crazy hostel, but the bar downstairs is good place to meet other backpackers, then everyone go... more The place has a great atmosphere, the staff is friendly and helpful, the location is one of the best in Rio (not far from "posto 9", which is the best spot on ipanema beach). Not the typical crazy hostel, but the bar downstairs is good place to meet other backpackers, then everyone go out together to one of the many pubs around. Well, thats definitely where im gonna stay my next time in rio!close

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by belasms8611 – posted on Oct 31, 2008

1

Perfect location!!! Great and warm staff!!!

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by jneves9041 – posted on Oct 15, 2008

2

We only stayed for one night but the bar was nice but expensive and the room was extremely warm. People were nice, could have been a party hostel if their was more people.

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by michaelllantz132 – posted on May 27, 2008

2

The hostel is in a good position if you want to be in Ipanema but it doesnt have much else going for it. The hostel as a whole isnt particularly friendly and the only communal area is the bar. It really could have done with another space where you could just chill out. Very average for the price.

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by jenningscharlotte5362 – posted on May 12, 2008

4

It hsn´t a kitchen, so, everything you want to eat or drink, you have to buy it. And they don´t sell food. It turns expensive the trip. but it´s a great place to know people and have fun. Excellent location.

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by hmaggini2549 – posted on Mar 6, 2008

2

It would be very usefull to have a kitchen to cook.

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by hmaggini2549 – posted on Mar 3, 2008

2

I will not be heading back to this hostel for several reasons: The price during the six day carnival period was astronomical, even considering all prices during this time are high. The sheets are thread-bare and were not changed for six nights. The matresses are awful with plastic coating... more I will not be heading back to this hostel for several reasons: The price during the six day carnival period was astronomical, even considering all prices during this time are high. The sheets are thread-bare and were not changed for six nights. The matresses are awful with plastic coating that mean you stick to them through the thin sheets, the pillows were worse. Our 12 bed dorm looked like a favela most of the time. Cleaning was sporadic and the size of the dorm was tiny for the 12 people jammed in there. There was only one bathroom between all twelve of us. The lockers are not in any way secure and can be accessed by lifting up the matresses on the beds (people had things stolen whilst we were there). The air-con, whilst very welcome, turned off at about 9am - very annoying when, as expected during carnival period, people are sleeping late. There was never any water or towels available. I also felt that we were being ripped-off with the tours that were run by the hostel, much, much cheaper to do things yourself or even book through an outside agency directly. There are no kitchen facilities (although you can buy mediocre standard food) or living areas to chill-out in. There were a few positives: The bar is ok and can be pretty sociable. The staff were usually friendly and helped us in finding out about where the best parties were (they could have displayed all this info much better in an easily viewable place). They managed to get us costumes to take part in the sambadrome parade at short notice. The lcoation is pretty good, next to the beach, although it is at one end of Ipanema.close

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by jon6pp – posted on Feb 7, 2008

2

Awesome hostel. Great location a stones throw away from the beach and Ipanema/Leblon action. Staff are great and offer plently of things/tours to do everyday. Rooms have AC, are clean and there are no bed bugs. The hostel bar is one of the best I have seen as it attracts and lets in locals, which... more Awesome hostel. Great location a stones throw away from the beach and Ipanema/Leblon action. Staff are great and offer plently of things/tours to do everyday. Rooms have AC, are clean and there are no bed bugs. The hostel bar is one of the best I have seen as it attracts and lets in locals, which is awesome and unusually for a hostel. Great place to stay. ps Ryan K is gayclose

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by mrrobbie – posted on Jan 30, 2008

4

Perfect Location one block from the beach, close to pubs, clubs and restaurants, very safe/rich part of Rio, staff are really friendly and make it very easy to organise all your trips.

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by liamhe – posted on Jan 11, 2008

14

Rio and New Year accepted, this hostel was still very expensive considering the quality of facilities - the lift broke down, the internet didn't function for several days and the a/c in our dorm broke down making it unbearably hot. Drinks in bar expensive too. Not really a good value, or budget... more Rio and New Year accepted, this hostel was still very expensive considering the quality of facilities - the lift broke down, the internet didn't function for several days and the a/c in our dorm broke down making it unbearably hot. Drinks in bar expensive too. Not really a good value, or budget option. Staff were friendly and helpful however.close

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by dougalfowler19771873 – posted on Jan 6, 2008

1

One of the best hostels i~ve stayed in!!! Thanks for making my trip more special

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by Dimitr – posted on Dec 25, 2007

1

the staff were very very frindly and helpful and fun the hostal had lots of tours going from it the location is perfict right next to the beach and close to some good bars one of the best hostals i have ever stayed in

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by ox-anderson310 – posted on Nov 29, 2007

2

had a great time! thanks to all staff!

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by bigdave285590 – posted on Apr 10, 2007

2

I found the staff rude and unhelpful. It often seemed like noone new what they were doing. On several occasions I was told that something had been sorted or organised only to find that it had not. The location was very close to the beach, but actually more like Leblon than Ipanema. Some nice... more I found the staff rude and unhelpful. It often seemed like noone new what they were doing. On several occasions I was told that something had been sorted or organised only to find that it had not. The location was very close to the beach, but actually more like Leblon than Ipanema. Some nice restaurants close by. No aircon during the day... not good for a day time snooze!close

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by katybrad – posted on Feb 25, 2007

1

This Hostel is easy to get to by the Royal Bus do not get a taxi from the Airport.They do good meals there but not great,However it is in s great location,Also the staff are very helpful.Met a lot of good people over there!

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by kadavukid – posted on Feb 23, 2007

10

this place was dud.... the only good thing was the location and angelo...the guy at the front desk...they didnt have bed sheets for us...very cramped and there were only about 5 ppl staying there...they dont have a night club

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by larter – posted on Feb 9, 2007

1

the staff were very rude and disorganised. My friend and I both had terrible bed bug bites all over us after staying there

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by catherinet4207 – posted on Jan 29, 2007

2

Ipanema is the best place to stay. The hostel was very quiet which is what we wanted but there wasn't a lot happening at night despite there being a bar etc. It was also expensive but average for Rio.

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by kathleenlfe – posted on Dec 19, 2006

11

A good hostel, nice staff and nice area. They only accept credit cards for the bar and not for payment for the rooms, or thats what the signs said at least so a bit confusing. But seriously nice place and Rio is great.

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by Ramsey8919 – posted on Nov 6, 2006

9

Really good hostel for carnival, brekkie good, location in ipanema is wicked near some nice restaurants, but a bit of a pain to get to te metro. Lots of organised trips to christ and sugarloaf.... all in all top hostel

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by clair9329 – posted on Apr 20, 2006

2

The place is located above a bar which is great but the bar is expensive (clever hostel owners). the location is great and there are plenty of shops and restaurants near by. Generally the management are okay at the best of times. there is one manager called Pedro who kept on trying to subtly... more The place is located above a bar which is great but the bar is expensive (clever hostel owners). the location is great and there are plenty of shops and restaurants near by. Generally the management are okay at the best of times. there is one manager called Pedro who kept on trying to subtly touch and kiss me. Other girls experience the same problem. Other than that the hostel itself is clean and spacious with nice bathrooms. A great place to stay except for sleazy Pedro.close

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by Kanchans – posted on Mar 5, 2006

2

air conditioning switched off early morning making sleep beyond 8am impossible. destroyed my impression of the hostel and would NEVER stay again.

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by Jamesthoml – posted on Mar 2, 2006

4

I had the most amazing time at Che Lagarto. The Staff is the best I have yet to encounter in the past five years of my traveling about the world. Thanks Che Lagarto Staff for a wonderful experience!!!

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by aspenbr – posted on Mar 2, 2006

3

they were crap compared to their hostelworld rating. 1. its freaking hot but the air conditioning goes off at 7 or 8 am and does not come on til 6pm 2. the freaking bar tab thing is a nightmare. you will see if you go there 3. the staff could not care less. the girl who checked me in did not... more they were crap compared to their hostelworld rating. 1. its freaking hot but the air conditioning goes off at 7 or 8 am and does not come on til 6pm 2. the freaking bar tab thing is a nightmare. you will see if you go there 3. the staff could not care less. the girl who checked me in did not even give me a key! all the care about is the downstairs bar. 4. there is not common room to hang out in. the downstairs bar is a real bar bar and you can not bring outside food in after 6pm even though you freaking live there. 5. the location is stellar, the tours they offer great and the people that stay there are super friendly just thought you should know.close

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by Sanyuk – posted on Feb 25, 2006

1

This hostel is in the centre of Ipanema and is only two blocks from the beach so has an ideal location. The hostel itself is quite expensive in comparison to those around Copacabana, as is everything in Ipanema. The staff are very friendly and extremely helpful and the general cleanliness of the...

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by Kirstypa – posted on Dec 26, 2005

1

Blinding location folks, staff spaced out but cool (special shouts to Pedro, and Rodrigo the bartender. Free caipirinha, nice big rooms. Top notch bar with absolutely average grub. Having read some of the other comments, if you are an uptight tool who requires hotel-style service- stay in a...

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by aggieon – posted on Oct 11, 2005

1

very much enjoyed my stay there however the music in the bar is so loud, you can´t hear who you are talking to!

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by sarah8575 – posted on Aug 24, 2005

2

If your looking for a quiter and cleaner hostel this is perfect, if u want a bit of funk hit copacabana 15mins by bus up the road.

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by daxybo – posted on Aug 17, 2005

1

Cool hostel with a great location. The staff can be alternatley helpful and surly, depending on who is hleping you. Be prepared to wait a while to check in--not the most efficient of operations.

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by bill-gel – posted on Aug 7, 2005

12

Nothing special about this hostel. Just a clean place to stay in a decent (but expensive) location. Staff could make more of an effort.

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by Mella9788 – posted on Jul 26, 2005

1

Its an alright hostel, but there are only 3 computers, an elevator that makes up to the 4th floor (and very steep stairs to go up to the 6th) and no phones!! No chill out lounge either. Nothing special here.

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by afesw – posted on Jul 24, 2005

1

This hostel was in a great location, but lacked good common areas and a kitchen. It wasn´t a good hostel for meeting fellow travellers.

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by sammja – posted on Jul 17, 2005

7

Reservation by Hostels web page or www.hostelworld.com didn't work (or the guys at the desk have no access to this information (management?)). Try to make a reservation by phone! Waiters and waitresses at the bar within the hostel speak a hell of a lot better english than the brazilian guys... more Reservation by Hostels web page or www.hostelworld.com didn't work (or the guys at the desk have no access to this information (management?)). Try to make a reservation by phone! Waiters and waitresses at the bar within the hostel speak a hell of a lot better english than the brazilian guys working at the hostel office. Strange, qualifications apparently don't matter. The place itself is highly recommendable!close

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by philipp192 – posted on Jul 9, 2005

1

Its the best hostel in Brasil i never saw rooms like that in my trip with gratinte floors and great beds. The bar have party every night. Excellent location and the staff will help with any needs.

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by Fernando8441 – posted on Jun 3, 2005

2

Great hostel!! The Best location in Rio (Ipanema), clean, good staff, a lot of fun!! The best hostel in Rio by far!!

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by jeroen8946 – posted on Feb 3, 2005

3