Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Don’t know where to stay in Rio de Janeiro? What about near the beach? Even better if it’s Ipanema! In Harmonia hostel you stay three blocks away from Ipanema beach and very close to bars and restaurants, a very safe area with lots of activities and attractions nearby. Harmonia is a small house, very cozy and with a welcoming atmosphere that will make you feel at home.Brazilians are known to be very friendly, and it’s the same for the staff here. They are extremely kind and friendly, very helpful and will cheer you up at any time. The hostel is small, with only three rooms, so you can expect to have some peace when coming back after a day of enjoying the Marvelous City. But don’t think you won’t make friends: there are many hostels nearby and many other tourists on the vicinity for you to interact with.
It’s a very safe place, with receptionists during the day and a guard during the night, free lockers to keep your valuables, and placed in a safe neighbourhood of the city. Guests often write in their reviews that they feel comfortable and safe staying there, and that he cleanliness of the hostel is impeccable. Their facilities are also very good, with free wifi, breakfast included, cable tv, book exchange, common area, equipped kitchen and outdoor terrace.
The decoration of the hostel is very pleasant to the eyes, and will make you feel cozy and complete. They offer discounts with some tours, so you can explore the Rio that only few have the opportunity to do.
Better than staying close to Ipanema beach is coming back to a comfortable, cheap, clean and pleasant accommodation. Give Harmonia a try and be sure that you will want to come back next year!