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Cheap and Budget Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

We assessed 289 hotels in Rio de Janeiro and picked the 50 that balance price, location, and guest approval.

50 hotels 10 rated 8.5+ typical PLN 130

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Hotel Belas Artes H Great value

Hotel Belas Artes ★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.2Very good2,651 reviews

A historic, artistic building in Rio's Centro with friendly staff and excellent value for budget travelers.

FromPLN 71per night
Hotel Rio Claro H Great location

Hotel Rio Claro ★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.8Very good3,552 reviews

Friendly staff and a location near Flamengo Beach and the metro make this a practical, well-priced stay.

FromPLN 71per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Barra Da Tijuca I Beach Base

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Barra Da Tijuca ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.3Great4,175 reviews

A practical, well-rated hotel near Barra da Tijuca's beaches, with on-site dining and parking.

FromPLN 273per night
Mirante Do Arvrao M Sea views

Mirante Do Arvrao ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.3Great565 reviews

A hillside stay with sea views, a garden terrace, and honest comfort in Vidigal.

FromPLN 191per night
Windsor Copa Hotel W Copacabana Staple

Windsor Copa Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.7Great3,296 reviews

Modern, clean rooms and a praised breakfast in the heart of Copacabana, just a block from the beach.

FromPLN 172per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Nova America I Mall-side convenience

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Nova America ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.3Great2,219 reviews

Right by Shopping Nova America with clean, modern rooms and staff who go out of their way to help.

FromPLN 247per night
Ibis Budget Rj Copacabana I Best for value

Ibis Budget Rj Copacabana ★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good4,029 reviews

A clean, budget-friendly base near Copacabana Beach with staff who go the extra mile.

FromPLN 86per night
Majestic Rio Palace Hotel M Beach proximity

Majestic Rio Palace Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.1Great1,920 reviews

Close to Copacabana with a breakfast guests rave about and staff who go out of their way.

FromPLN 202per night
Ibis Copacabana Posto 5 I Beach location

Ibis Copacabana Posto 5 ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good2,739 reviews

A reliable Copacabana base with clean rooms, friendly staff, and beach access just a short walk away.

FromPLN 314per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Botafogo I Safe Location

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Botafogo ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.4Great3,391 reviews

Well-located in safe Botafogo, with a 15-minute walk to the beach and easy access to Rio's iconic sights.

FromPLN 97per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont I Central & practical

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.1Great5,564 reviews

Reliable Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and a central location a short walk from the Cultural Center of the Bank of Brazil.

FromPLN 90per night
Savoy Othon Lite S Beach Proximity

Savoy Othon Lite ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8Great4,780 reviews

A well-rated Copacabana stay with a prime beachside location and genuine guest praise for the staff.

FromPLN 138per night
Arcos Da Lapa Hostel - Rio de Janeiro A Adults-only hostel
6.7Pleasant954 reviews

An adults-only hostel with a terrace, near Fundicao Progresso music venue and a short walk to shopping.

B&B Hotel Rio Copacabana Forte B Rooftop & Beach

B&B Hotel Rio Copacabana Forte ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.8Very good2,320 reviews

Rooftop pool, beach access, and a location that puts both Copacabana and Ipanema within walking distance.

FromPLN 101per night
Oceano Copacabana Hotel O Beach Proximity

Oceano Copacabana Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

6.7Nice2,238 reviews

Steps from Copacabana Beach, this budget-friendly hotel wins on location and friendly service.

FromPLN 123per night
Hotel Bandeirantes H Copacabana Value

Hotel Bandeirantes ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good7,723 reviews

A dependable 3-star pick near Copacabana Beach, with a rooftop pool and included breakfast.

FromPLN 123per night
Corinto Hotel C Adults-only

Corinto Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.3Very good97 reviews

A practical adults-only base in Vila Isabel with on-site parking and a breakfast that guests praise.

FromPLN 232per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Centro I Budget-friendly

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Centro ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.6Very good2,559 reviews

Steps from the cathedral and Carioca Metro, this budget-conscious Ibis offers clean, functional rooms and a 6:15 am breakfast — a dependable base.

FromPLN 97per night
Windsor Martinique Copacabana W Copacabana value

Windsor Martinique Copacabana ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.5Great3,310 reviews

A rooftop pool and standout breakfast in a Copacabana location, with staff consistently praised for going above and beyond.

FromPLN 179per night
Ipanema Beach Hostel - Rio de Janeiro I Beach social
8.6Great1,697 reviews

Lively, adults-only hostel with nightly socials and a prime spot near Ipanema Beach.

FromPLN 157per night
Hotel Pouso Real H Budget & central

Hotel Pouso Real ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

6.8Nice11,768 reviews

A budget base in the middle of Lapa, with easy metro access and a breakfast buffet that guests rate highly.

FromPLN 90per night
Hotel Rondonia Palace H City Base

Hotel Rondonia Palace ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.2Great2,727 reviews

Calm Flamengo location, metro steps away, and rooms with Christ the Redeemer views.

FromPLN 93per night
B&B Hotel Rio De Janeiro Norte B City convenience

B&B Hotel Rio De Janeiro Norte ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.8Great2,060 reviews

Clean, comfortable rooms near Maracanã with easy access to a mall and pharmacy — a solid base for exploring Rio.

FromPLN 112per night
Riale Imperial Flamengo R Metro-side stay

Riale Imperial Flamengo ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.4Great2,171 reviews

Friendly staff and a metro station across the street make this Flamengo stay an easy base for exploring Rio.

FromPLN 112per night
Hotel Atlantico Tower H Central & comfortable

Hotel Atlantico Tower ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.1Very good18,189 reviews

A rooftop pool and central location near the Cathedral make this a practical pick for exploring Rio's historic center.

FromPLN 149per night
Ibis Rio Porto Atlantico I Transit-friendly

Ibis Rio Porto Atlantico ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good2,319 reviews

Right by the bus terminal with spacious rooms and a praised breakfast — a practical pick for transit-focused stays.

FromPLN 86per night
Hotel Rio Lancaster H Beach budget stay

Hotel Rio Lancaster ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

6.6Nice7,473 reviews

On Copacabana Beach with friendly staff, breakfast, and easy metro access — a solid budget pick.

FromPLN 131per night
Atlantis Copacabana Hotel A Beachside value

Atlantis Copacabana Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.6Great5,928 reviews

A rooftop pool and sauna, plus a location that puts both Copacabana and Ipanema within a short walk.

FromPLN 176per night
Petit Rio Hotel P Rooftop pool

Petit Rio Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.4Great3,130 reviews

A solid Flamengo base near the beach and metro, with a rooftop pool and a breakfast guests consistently praise.

FromPLN 101per night
Hotel Villa Rica H Central location

Hotel Villa Rica ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good2,785 reviews

In the heart of Rio's Centro, near Gloria metro and Lapa's nightlife, with friendly staff and a praised breakfast.

FromPLN 120per night
Regency Copacabana Hotel R Beach proximity

Regency Copacabana Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.9Very good2,939 reviews

Free parking and a beach within walking distance make this a solid base for exploring Rio.

FromPLN 120per night
Hotel Monte Alegre H Budget-friendly

Hotel Monte Alegre ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.4Great8,658 reviews

A budget-conscious stay in Rio's lively Lapa district, with a pool, sauna, and rave reviews for the breakfast.

FromPLN 78per night
Windsor Asturias Hotel W Central & Pool

Windsor Asturias Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.6Great2,486 reviews

A central Rio hotel with a rooftop pool and consistently praised staff, just a short walk from downtown attractions.

FromPLN 209per night
Gamboa Rio Hotel G Honest Value

Gamboa Rio Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

6.4Nice390 reviews

Clean, comfortable rooms with city views, friendly staff and a location steps from Valongo Wharf.

FromPLN 71per night
B&B Hotel Rio Copacabana Posto 5 B Beach location

B&B Hotel Rio Copacabana Posto 5 ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.2Great2,334 reviews

Rooftop pool, free Wi-Fi, and a location one block from Copacabana Beach make this a smart base for exploring Rio.

FromPLN 116per night
Hotel Vitoria H Well-located value

Hotel Vitoria ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.8Very good3,028 reviews

A 3-star stay in Rio's Catete district, steps from the metro, praised for its helpful staff and good value.

FromPLN 60per night
Hotel Regina Rio De Janeiro H Great location

Hotel Regina Rio De Janeiro ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.6Great3,470 reviews

A reliable Flamengo base with a standout breakfast, close to the metro and beach.

FromPLN 134per night
Hotel Atlantico Avenida H Central & simple

Hotel Atlantico Avenida ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

5.6Needs improvement12,258 reviews

A straightforward Centro stay with a prime spot near the Municipal Theatre and metro, plus a breakfast guests repeatedly call out.

FromPLN 41per night
Copacabana Blue Hotel C Budget & Central

Copacabana Blue Hotel ★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.3Very good2,348 reviews

A budget-friendly stay in the heart of Rio with free Wi-Fi and on-site parking, though value scores are mixed.

FromPLN 105per night
Ibis Rio De Janeiro Parque Olimpico I Reliable & Clean

Ibis Rio De Janeiro Parque Olimpico ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.8Very good2,067 reviews

A reliable stay in Barra da Tijuca with spotless rooms, a solid breakfast, and staff that genuinely care.

FromPLN 127per night
Ibis Styles Rio De Janeiro Botafogo I Great location

Ibis Styles Rio De Janeiro Botafogo ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.2Great1,680 reviews

Bright, modern rooms and a buffet breakfast in a Botafogo location that puts the metro and beach within easy reach.

FromPLN 448per night
Rede Andrade Canada R Copacabana Value

Rede Andrade Canada ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.2Very good1,958 reviews

A budget-friendly base on Copacabana Avenue, a short walk from the beach and surrounded by shops and restaurants.

FromPLN 146per night
Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design N Copacabana Base

Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

7.7Very good2,042 reviews

A modern base near Copacabana Beach with air-conditioned rooms and a staff that goes out of its way.

FromPLN 131per night
Copa Sul Hotel C Great location

Copa Sul Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.5Great2,177 reviews

Walk to Copacabana and Ipanema from this clean, well-run three-star on the avenue, with a praised breakfast and attentive staff.

FromPLN 217per night
The Maze T Rated 9.4

The Maze ★★★

Rio de Janeiro Bed & Breakfast

9.4Perfect40 reviews

A 3-star B&B with sea views, a shared kitchen, and a terrace – rated 9.4 by guests.

FromPLN 168per night
Dom Barra Hotel D Olympic Park area

Dom Barra Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.7Great2,218 reviews

Modern rooms near the Rio Olympic Arena, with free parking and solid reviews for service and cleanliness.

FromPLN 142per night
Ks Beach Hotel K Beachfront value

Ks Beach Hotel ★★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.1Great967 reviews

A beachfront hotel with sea views, a solid breakfast, and genuinely helpful staff — a dependable base in Rio.

FromPLN 254per night
Hotel Diplomata Copacabana H Beach Proximity

Hotel Diplomata Copacabana ★★

Rio de Janeiro

8.5Great2,842 reviews

A simple, well-located stay near Copacabana Beach with friendly staff and a solid breakfast.

FromPLN 120per night

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Cheap Hotels in Rio de Janeiro: Where to Save Without Sacrificing

The cheapest genuine hotels in Rio cluster around Lapa, Catete, and the central business district. Hotel Vitoria, in Catete, drops to R$83 a night, and Hotel Americano in Lapa starts at R$108 – yet both sit near metro stations and are praised for their staff. At the very bottom of the price range, you’ll find rooms around R$57, but the most dependable value sits in the mid-range: hotels like Ibis Rio De Janeiro Botafogo (R$134) and Petit Rio Hotel (R$139) offer consistent quality in safe, well-connected neighborhoods. If you’re flexible on neighborhood – choosing Catete over Copacabana can save you nearly 50% – you’ll stretch your budget much further.

Frequently asked

What is the typical price for a budget hotel in Rio de Janeiro?

You can find rooms from R$57, but the typical nightly rate for a budget hotel in this selection is R$181. In popular areas like Copacabana, expect to pay closer to R$200–R$300 for a 3-star hotel, while Lapa and Catete offer rates often under R$150.

Which neighborhood should I pick for a first visit to Rio on a budget?

For a first visit, Copacabana offers the classic beach experience with plenty of budget options like the Ibis Budget Rj Copacabana (from R$119) and Windsor Copa Hotel (from R$237). If you prefer a more local vibe and lower prices, Catete and Flamengo – areas like Hotel Vitoria (from R$83) and Argentina Hotel (from R$206) – have easy metro access and are still close to the sights.

Is it safe to walk around Rio's budget hotel areas at night?

In well-trodden tourist zones like Copacabana and Flamengo, walking at night is generally fine, especially along main avenues. Some cheaper areas in Lapa and the Centro are lively but can be less safe after dark; always use a rideshare or stick to well-lit streets.

How do I get from the airport to these budget hotels?

From Galeão International Airport, take a taxi or rideshare (about 20–30 minutes to Copacabana) or the airport bus to central Rio; from Santos Dumont, you're a short walk or bus ride to Lapa and Centro hotels like Ibis Rio De Janeiro Santos Dumont, which sits right beside the airport.

When is the best time to book for lower rates?

Prices are typically lower during the rainy season (November to March) outside Carnival and major events. Booking 2–3 months ahead and avoiding weekends can also yield better rates on this set of hotels.

Cheap and Budget Hotels in Rio de Janeiro

Rio de Janeiro’s budget hotel scene is concentrated in the neighborhoods that give the city its rhythm: Copacabana, Flamengo, Botafogo, and the historic center of Lapa. Here, a cheap room doesn’t mean a remote one – you can sleep a block from Copacabana Beach or steps from a metro station in Catete. Prices on this page start at R$57 per night, but the typical rate lands closer to R$181, which in Rio buys you a clean, air-conditioned room – often with breakfast – in a district you actually want to be in.

The trade-offs are real: at the bottom end, you might sacrifice space or modern bathrooms, while the upper end of the budget range (around R$619) brings trusted chains like Ibis Styles and boutique comfort. The 50 hotels here are mostly 3-star properties, with a handful of 2-star and 1-star options, and they’re spread across the city’s most iconic neighborhoods. Whether you’re here for the beach, the nightlife, or the cultural sights, this list covers the sweet spot between cost and location.

The bottom line

This collection is ideal for travelers who want a clean, central room without a four-star price tag – people who will happily swap a pool for a rooftop terrace and a chain name for a friendly staff. You’ll find great value in Catete, Flamengo, and Copacabana, with rates that beat the city average. But if you’re after more space, family-friendly amenities like pools, or a guaranteed parking spot, consider checking out the city’s 4-star options or specific packages for families and romantic getaways. And if you’re truly on a shoestring, the hostel page might be a better fit than these budget hotels.