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Hostel Do Tucano

In the Cosme Velho neighbourhood, a short walk from the Corcovado train, Hostel Do Tucano offers straightforward rooms, a sunny terrace and a barbecue area — with airport transfers available for a fee.

  • Sundeck and barbecue facilities for relaxed evenings
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Paid airport shuttle service for easy transfers
7.5 Very good 22 reviews Booking.com 7.5 · 22 reviews

About

Hostel Do Tucano

Hostel Do Tucano sits in the Cosme Velho neighbourhood of Rio de Janeiro, along the Caminho do Trem do Corcovado — the route of the train that climbs to Christ the Redeemer. It presents itself as a bed & breakfast, with a focus on shared spaces: a sun terrace, a solarium, a TV lounge and barbecue facilities. The property also runs a coffee shop, and a paid airport shuttle can be arranged.

Rooms are simple and functional. Options include an Economy Quadruple Room with a double bed, a Triple Room with three single beds, and family rooms sleeping up to six in single beds. Every room has a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee facilities, and ironing equipment. The property is non-smoking and pets are not allowed. Check-in runs from noon to 8 PM, and check-out is between 8 and 11 AM.

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • No pets allowed
  • 24-hour security
  • Coffee shop
  • Paid airport shuttle

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

3 reasons to book
  • Staff scores well with guests — Guests consistently rate the staff higher than other aspects of the stay.
  • Sun terrace and barbecue — The property includes a sundeck, solarium and BBQ facilities for outdoor relaxation.
  • Close to the Corcovado train — Located on the Caminho do Trem do Corcovado, making the cog train to Christ the Redeemer easily accessible on foot.

Worth weighing

3 to weigh
  • Rooms and service rated below average — Guest scores for rooms, service and value are all in the mid-to-low 6s, suggesting basic comfort and limited amenities.
  • Limited check-in window — Check-in is only possible between 12:00 and 20:00, which may be inconvenient for late arrivals.
  • No pets allowed — The property does not accept pets, which is a limiting factor for travellers with animals.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.

Economy Quadruple Room

  • 1 Double bed

Standard Family Room

  • 1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Deluxe Family Room

  • 6 Single beds

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.

Common areas

  • Terrace
  • Sun terrace
  • Solarium
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • BBQ facilities
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • 24-hour security
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Room comforts

  • Sitting area
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities
  • Flat-screen TV

Other

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • No pets allowed
  • Beach access

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

7.5
Very good 22 reviews

Guest-rated 7.5/10 from 22 reviews

Booking.com · 7.5 · 22 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Rio de Janeiro

The property sits in Rio de Janeiro.

Getting around: The hostel is on the Caminho do Trem do Corcovado, so the cog train station is within easy walking distance. The area is served by local buses and taxis for reaching the rest of Rio.

Nearby attractions: Catete Palace is about a 10-minute drive away. Christ the Redeemer and Corcovado are accessible by train from the nearby station.

Rua Filinto De Almeida, 370 - Cosme Velho (Caminho Do Trem Do Corcovado), Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, 22241-200, Brazil

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05 — Good to know

Policies & conditions

Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.

Check-in
From 12:00-20:00
Check-out
By 08:00-11:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Not allowed

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 12:00 to 20:00, and check-out is from 08:00 to 11:00.

Does the hostel offer airport transfers?

Yes, a paid airport shuttle service is available.

Are pets allowed at the hostel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes, there is free Wi-Fi in public areas.

The bottom line

Hostel Do Tucano suits budget travellers who prioritise location over comfort — a short walk from the Corcovado train, with a sociable terrace and BBQ. Keep expectations modest on the rooms themselves.

7.5Simple, well-placed, and honest about its limits.

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