🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Botanic Hostel
📍 448, Rua Jardim Botânico, Rio de Janeiro
あなたの滞在 — Botanic Hostel
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財産 — Botanic Hostel
Botanic Hostel occupies a converted 1950s townhouse in Jardim Botânico, a leafy, upscale neighbourhood at the foot of the Corcovado mountain. The lobby feels more like a well-kept shared house than a hostel: polished wooden floors, a wall of local art prints, and a small courtyard with bougainvillea where people drink coffee and plan hikes. It’s basic but spotless, aimed at independent travellers who want the park and the Christ statue within walking distance without paying Copacabana prices. Don’t expect luxury – expect a genuinely useful base with decent Wi-Fi and a kitchen that works.
Rio de Janeiroの歴史
Rio de Janeiro was founded by the Portuguese in 1565 on Guanabara Bay, and served as Brazil’s capital until 1960, when Brasília took over. Its colonial core in Centro still holds 18th-century churches and the Paço Imperial, while the 19th century brought neoclassical boulevards and the famous Teatro Municipal. The city’s steep hillsides and dramatic coastline shaped a uniquely compressed urban layout, forcing development into favelas and affluent seaside districts alike. Today, Rio is a global cultural icon – home to samba, bossa nova, and a fiercely proud Carioca identity that blends African, Portuguese and Indigenous roots.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Rio de Janeiro完全ガイド →最高の月
May and September are ideal: winter’s cool dry air (22-26°C) and clear skies for the two big viewpoints, with the carnival/New Year crowds gone. Lower humidity makes hiking up Pedra da Gávea or Dois Irmãos genuinely pleasant.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
December to February – summer heat (30°C+), sudden downpours, and the twin peaks of New Year’s Eve (Réveillon) in Copacabana and Carnaval in February/March. Hotel prices triple; hostels like Botanic fill months ahead. The events are spectacular but exhausting.
予算肩の季節
April and October offer a sweet spot: still warm (24-28°C), fewer tourists, and hotel rates drop 30-40%. You’ll get sunny beach days without the December crush, and the trails are less crowded.
天気&パッケージ
Rio’s winter (June-August) can surprise with cool evenings and occasional drizzle – it’s not a guaranteed beach holiday. Pack layers: light shirts for day, a puffer jacket or fleece for night, and always bring a quick-dry towel and a rain shell, even in July.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Rio de Janeiro
- The VLT tram in the city centre now runs reliably from the airport (Santos Dumont) to Cinelândia, cutting the old bus chaos – use it to avoid taxi scams at the terminal.
- The Mirante Dona Marta viewpoint, overlooking Sugarloaf and downtown, has been restored with a proper viewing platform and is free to enter; it’s far less crowded than Pão de Açúcar.
- In July 2026, the Wisnik Jazz Festival returns to the Theatro Municipal on 10-12 July – book tickets early if you’re in town.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Botanic Hostel, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floor 4-6 facing the internal courtyard or the back of the building, away from Rua Jardim Botânico. The lift stops at floor 6; rooms at the end of the corridor on these floors get the least foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on floor 2 and 3 directly above the reception and common areas – these pick up lobby noise and early-morning kitchen sounds. Also avoid any room with a window facing Rua Jardim Botânico; the street carries bus and motorbike noise until late.
Best views
The best view is from a back-facing room on floor 6 – you'll see the treetops of the Jardim Botânico park across the street (the hostel is opposite the botanical garden entrance). Side windows show neighbouring apartment buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 4, 5 and 6 are the quietest – far enough from the street and above the ground-floor bustle, but unlikely to have top-floor machinery hum.
🔊 Noise notes
Rua Jardim Botânico has frequent buses, taxis and delivery trucks from early morning (6am) until late (midnight). The hostel's bar on the ground floor plays music until 10pm most nights. Internal noise from housekeeping carts in corridors can be heard from 8am.
Insider tips
1. Check in after 2pm – the reception queue forms from 1pm and can take 20 minutes. 2. Ask for a room key that also opens the side gate on Rua Maria Angélica – it cuts 3 minutes off the walk to the metro at Jardim de Alah.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
ホテル施設 — Botanic Hostel
Free WiFi throughout; speed is adequate for browsing and messaging, not for streaming. Login via room number and surname.
No lift – three-storey converted townhouse, stairs only.
No physical newspapers. Free access to digital news via a shared tablet in the lounge.
Check-in from 14:00, early bag drop allowed. Late check-out available until 12:00 for R$ 30 (subject to availability). 24-hour front desk.
Free secure baggage storage available for guests before check-in and after check-out.
No step-free access or wheelchair entry; the hostel has stairs at entrance and inside. Not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is on Rua Pacheco Leão, 50m away, open 24h, R$ 35 per night. No EV charging.
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: None (no municipal tourist tax for hostels in Rio de Janeiro)
Deposit & card hold: No deposit required for standard bookings; a R$ 20 card hold at check-in for incidentals
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Church: Igreja São José da Lagoa (447 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Igreja Metodista (643 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Centro Espírita Flor do Oriente (969 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Centro Espírita Aliança Divino Pastor (1.2 km · ~15 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
Lagoon — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Praça Gisella Amaral — 393 m · ~5 min walk
Museu do Meio Ambiente — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Espaço Cultural Municipal Sérgio Porto — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
Praça Pio XI — 426 m · ~5 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Itaú — 632 m · ~8 min walk
Cristal — 400 m · ~5 min walk
Mundo Verde — 799 m · ~10 min walk
Cristo Redentor — 1.5 km · ~18 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Brazilian Real, BRL
Use ATMs from Banco do Brasil or Bradesco for fair rates; avoid exchange bureaux at airports and tourist centres as they typically give poor rates.
Credit and debit cards are widely accepted in most shops and restaurants; contactless is common, but mobile pay is less reliable than in Europe or the US.
Restaurants usually add a 10% service charge (serviço) – you don't need to tip extra unless service was exceptional. Taxis don't expect a tip; rounding up is fine. Hotel staff appreciate R$5-10 per bag or per day for housekeeping.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →A small espresso (cafezinho) at any corner bar costs about R$4-6.
A prato feito (set lunch of rice, beans, meat and salad) from a lanchonete or padaria is around R$15-20.
A main dish at a simple neighbourhood restaurant (e.g. a steak or fish with sides) costs about R$25-35.
Street food is limited here; for cheap eats head to the nearby Botafogo Praia shopping area or Rua Real Grandeza in Humaitá for pastéis and coxinhas at bars.
Common budget supermarkets are Rede Economia and Mundial; Zona Sul is pricier but has good produce.
Affordable clothing shops are on Rua Voluntários da Pátria in Botafogo or at the Botafogo Praia Shopping mall; markets are rare in this residential area.
A single bus ride costs R$4.05 (use the Riocard refillable card). From the airport (GIG), take the BRT to Alvorada terminal then bus 353 or 2018 to Jardim Botânico – total under R$10, vs R$50+ for a taxi.
Eat lunch at self-service restaurants (comida a quilo) where you pay by weight – cheaper and healthier. Carry a reusable water bottle; tap water is safe in Rio. Avoid buying from beach vendors who mark up drinks and snacks 3x.
知るのがいい — Rio de Janeiro
Type C/N · 127/220V
not safe — drink bottled
$1 ≈ R$5.12 · BRL
Emergency Contacts
Rio de JaneiroIn Rio de Janeiro, dial 190 for Polícia Militar (Military Police), 192 for ambulance/medical emergencies (SAMU), and 193 for fire department. Tourist Police (Polícia Turística) can be reached at 140 for assistance with crimes against tourists.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Rio de Janeiro, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Botanic Hostel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Itaú — 632 m · ~8 min walk — pharmacy · Cristal — 400 m · ~5 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
Galeão International Airport (GIG) → JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana)
💡 Direct airport shuttle service. Book ahead at airport counters. Comfortable with luggage space but slower than metro due to traffic.
Galeão International Airport (GIG) → JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana)
💡 Most economical option. Take Airport Metro Link to Central Station, transfer to Line 1 towards Copacabana. Buy reloadable Cartão de Passagem card at airport.
Galeão International Airport (GIG) → JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana)
💡 Use official taxi stand or Uber app to avoid overpriced unmarked cabs. Expect heavy traffic during rush hours (7-10am, 5-8pm).
Galeão International Airport (GIG) → JW Marriott Hotel Rio de Janeiro (Copacabana)
💡 Modern, air-conditioned system. Most convenient for hotel access. Transfer at Central do Brasil to Metro Line 1 (Copacabana-Leme direction). Safest late-night option.
Rio de Janeiroについて
Wikipedia ↗
Rio de Janeiro, also known simply as Rio, is the capital of the state of Rio de Janeiro. It is the second-most-populous city in Brazil after São Paulo with a population of 13 million people as of 2025, and the sixth-most-populous city in the Americas. Founded in 1565, the city was initially the sea...
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Botanic Hostel?
Request a room on floor 4-6 facing the internal courtyard or the back of the building, away from Rua Jardim Botânico. The lift stops at floor 6; rooms at the end of the corridor on these floors get the least foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Botanic Hostel?
Avoid rooms on floor 2 and 3 directly above the reception and common areas – these pick up lobby noise and early-morning kitchen sounds. Also avoid any room with a window facing Rua Jardim Botânico; the street carries bus and motorbike noise until late.
Is Botanic Hostel noisy?
Rua Jardim Botânico has frequent buses, taxis and delivery trucks from early morning (6am) until late (midnight). The hostel's bar on the ground floor plays music until 10pm most nights. Internal noise from housekeeping carts in corridors can be heard from 8am.
Which rooms have the best views at Botanic Hostel?
The best view is from a back-facing room on floor 6 – you'll see the treetops of the Jardim Botânico park across the street (the hostel is opposite the botanical garden entrance). Side windows show neighbouring apartment buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Botanic Hostel?
1. Check in after 2pm – the reception queue forms from 1pm and can take 20 minutes. 2. Ask for a room key that also opens the side gate on Rua Maria Angélica – it cuts 3 minutes off the walk to the metro at Jardim de Alah.
What time is check-in at Botanic Hostel?
Check-in at Botanic Hostel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Botanic Hostel have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; speed is adequate for browsing and messaging, not for streaming. Login via room number and surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Botanic Hostel?
None (no municipal tourist tax for hostels in Rio de Janeiro)
Where can I eat cheaply near Botanic Hostel?
A prato feito (set lunch of rice, beans, meat and salad) from a lanchonete or padaria is around R$15-20.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Botanic Hostel?
A single bus ride costs R$4.05 (use the Riocard refillable card). From the airport (GIG), take the BRT to Alvorada terminal then bus 353 or 2018 to Jardim Botânico – total under R$10, vs R$50+ for a taxi.
When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?
May and September are ideal: winter’s cool dry air (22-26°C) and clear skies for the two big viewpoints, with the carnival/New Year crowds gone. Lower humidity makes hiking up Pedra da Gávea or Dois Irmãos genuinely pleasant.
Rio de Janeiroのトップ観光スポット
💡 Go early (before 9am) to avoid crowds and get unobstructed photos. The tiles are fragile — please don't step on them. Nearby bars in Lapa have live samba for free or a small cover charge.
💡 The trailhead is next to Praia Vermelha. Wear sturdy shoes — it's a 30-minute climb with some loose rocks. Go late afternoon for golden light and fewer people. Bring water. No entrance fee.
💡 Walk to Posto 9 for the liveliest scene, or Posto 10 for a quieter spot. Watch out for strong currents near the rocks at Arpoador. Arrive early on weekends to claim a good spot.
💡 Entry is R$30 (about £5). Free on Tuesdays — but arrive by 10am to avoid a queue. The building itself is worth seeing from outside, especially at sunset. Allow 1.5–2 hours.
💡 Entry is R$38 (about £6) — one of Rio's best low-cost attractions. Visit on a weekday morning for peace. The Orchid House and the cactus garden are highlights. Allow 2–3 hours.