Che Lagarto Hostel IpanemavsWindsor Barra Hotel
Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema and Windsor Barra are both rated highly by expert writers. Overall, Windsor Barra scores slightly better than Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema. Windsor Barra ranks #31 in Rio de Janeiro with accolades from 3 reviewers such as Frommer's, oyster.com and Travel + Leisure.
Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema
Paul Redfern N0 48, Ipanema, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22411-001
From $8/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Shuttle Bus
- Kitchenette
DK Eyewitness
"This Argentinian... is a popular party venue. Unlike most hostels, Che Lagarto does not offer a shuttle service."
Rough Guide
"The best of Rio’s Che Lagarto hostels is in a good location just a couple of blocks from the beach and a short walk to the bars and nightlife of both Ipanema and Leblon."
Oyster
Budget
"Serves a free breakfast and has a pleasant outdoor terrace and communal kitchen. Many of the rooms are dorm-style... it typically draws a youthful, party-driven crowd." Full review
Lonely Planet
"Convenient to the ferry dock and local nightlife, yet with a middle-of-the-jungle feel thanks to its forest-shrouded wooden sundeck, this chain hostel is geared to those looking for a youthful party vibe" Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Che Lagarto's Ipanema location is a popular spot for those young travelers who want to be close to the beach. It's a five-story hostel, with basic rooms " Full review
Windsor Barra Hotel
Av Sernambetiba 2630, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22620170
From $89/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
Frommer's
"The Windsor Barra hotel is one of the best hotels for business travelers due to its large convention center and plenty of business-related services." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Windsor Barra is a stylish three-and-a-half pearl hotel right on the beach in Barra da Tijuca, just over half-an-hour from Copacabana and Ipanema." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Though far from most of Rio's tourist attractions, the resort offers guests easy access to the trendy Barra beach and Itanhanga Golf Club." Full review