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Avenida General San Martin, 1212 | Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22441-010, Brazil
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Z.Bra Hostel
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013
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Curitiba, PR
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2013

Z.bra is the best place I've stayed in Rio, the staff is really friendly, the rooms are clean and confortable, the location in the heart of Leblon is pretty amazing and you get to meet really nice people from all over the world. Truly great experience!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

There's a lot to love about Rio, but none more than the Zbra hostel!! There is something very special going on in this place and I am happy to have had the chance to enjoy a taste of it. Starting with Roberta's warm (catlike) welcome into the hostel, to Ryan's (charming) introduction to the nightlife, Zbra provides the perfect base... More

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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 March 2013

I am 4 hours into my weekend stay and I'm already writing this place up as the worst place that the wallpaper guide has ever recommended. It was not for us. We wanted a weekend in Rio and wanted to be close to the good food in Leblon. We did not want to be staying in a place full of... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 February 2013

My friend and I had a private room with 2 twin beds, a sink, and we had to share the bathroom with other girls. The concept of the hostel is for travelers who want to see Rio and who want to meet people since day one. The staff is SO HELPFUL. They found bus companies, prices, and schedules to go... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

The location is just perfect: you're in the heart of Leblon, surrounded by many nice restaurants and bars. Public transport is also very easy to use. Friendly staff and amazing decoration! Stayed in a private room with shared bathroom, so payed a lot more than usual for a hostel (but still a lot cheaper than many budget hotels in Rio!).... More

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Sao Paulo, SP
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 December 2012

Although the place has an amazing location in Leblon, next to the club Melt, Veloso bar and one block from the beach, they lack cleaness. Ok, is a new hostel, cool deco, but to find out flecks over your pillow and also receive the new line with small holes was not exactly what I was expecting. The air conditioning is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 October 2012

Staying at Z.bra is always amazing. The staff is pretty helpful from booking a room until check out. I always have a great time staying there. Location is great, very close to the beach and also near a street loaded of bars and restaurants. I also feel very safe staying there. They have a cool decoration. The lobby has always... More

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Dublin, Ireland
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 September 2012 via mobile

Z.bra hostel has LOADS going for it. Modern, funky decor. Comfy beds. Fantastic lockers (large one per bed and small one in each bed). Fab brekkie. Really nice staff. Great location. Good bar. Free WiFi. Things missing: good info, maps etc (although staff are really lovely it doesn't come across as part of their job) Can be VERY noisey at... More

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new york, ny
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 September 2012

Whoever had an idea to snag a spot a block away from beautiful posto 12 and Veloso was a genius. It really doesn't get more central than this, ideal location for everyone but especially for the first time Rio visitors who want to be close to the best spots in Leblon and Ipanema. Once again, this place does not look... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2012

Stayed here with my boyfriend in November 2011. We stayed in the double. The double was small for two people but expected for the price. The double also had a TV and air conditioner. As far as hostels go, this one had a great common area with a bar and a small place for outside seating. What really makes this... More

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Also Known As:
Z.Bra Hostel Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Address: Avenida General San Martin, 1212 | Leblon, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22441-010, Brazil
Region: Brazil > State of Rio de Janeiro > Rio de Janeiro
Amenities:
Bar/Lounge Beach Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Shuttle Bus service Suites
Hotel Style:
Ranked #49 of 190 Speciality lodging in Rio de Janeiro
Price Range: $
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located at one the finest neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, just one block away from the famous Leblon beach, Z.BRA Hostel became a trademark for investing in a new concept of hospitality. Combining elegance and practicality, Z.BRA HOSTEL is distinguished by its bold design and its vintage décor, all designed in the comfort and convenience of guests.With a capacity to accommodate 52 people - three dormitories of nine people, eight one bedroom, one of five, two double bedrooms with shared bathroom and four suites - the Z.Bra offers wi-fi and free breakfast in all your daily rates. In the dormitories, the beds capsules draw attention, for their futuristic design, and are equipped with mobile chargers, inner light and extremely comfortable. The common area (lounge) also has a bold bar where drinks are served and where guests can venture into the pole dance. Z.Bra Hostel also organizes a monthly art exhibition and various events. To ensure a better experience for guests, the Z.Bra offers several services from tours around the city to free skateboards. ... more   less 
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