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Chez Zany Boutique Hostel - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro

A yellow house on Rua 5 De Julho, within walking distance of Copacabana's beach and Arpoador rock.

  • Luggage storage and locker room
  • Shared kitchen and garden area
  • Pets allowed and adults only
8.5 Great 0 reviews Booking.com 8.5 · 0 reviews

About

Chez Zany Boutique Hostel - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro

Chez Zany Boutique Hostel sits in the Copacabana district of Rio de Janeiro, a short walk from the beach. This adults-only hostel keeps things simple with a shared kitchen, a garden area with outdoor furniture, and soundproofed rooms to help you rest after a day in the sun.

Practical touches include express check-in and check-out, luggage storage with lockers, and security on site. Pets are welcome, and the property enforces a no-smoking policy throughout. With free Wi-Fi and beach access nearby, it's built for easy, low-fuss stays.

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Pets allowed
  • Security
  • Adults only

In brief

What works, what to weigh

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Strengths

4 reasons to book
  • Great staff and service — Guests rate service and staff highly, with scores of 8.6, suggesting attentive and helpful hosts.
  • Clean and comfortable rooms — Room quality scores 8.5, and the property offers soundproofed rooms plus air conditioning in all room types.
  • Convenient location — About a 25-minute walk from Pedra do Arpoador, a popular lookout point, and close to General Osorio Square.
  • Good value for the area — With a price from £20 and a Value score of 8.4, it's a budget-friendly option in Copacabana.

Worth weighing

4 to weigh
  • Facilities score low — The Facilities rating is just 3.7, suggesting limited on-site amenities compared to other properties.
  • Adults-only policy — The hostel only accepts adults, which may not suit travelers with children.
  • Check-in window is strict — Check-in is only between 15:00 and 23:59, so late-night arrivals won't be accommodated.
  • No on-site parking — There is no parking available, so guests arriving by car will need to find alternatives.

01 — Rooms

Rooms & rates

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

Small Double Room

  • 1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning

Superior Double Room

  • 1 Double bed,2 Single beds
  • Shower
  • Bathtub
  • Air conditioning

02 — Amenities

Services & amenities

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

General

  • Wi-Fi
  • No smoking on site
  • Adults only
  • Garden area
  • Garden furniture
  • Soundproofed rooms

Services

  • Express check-in/out
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Security

Food & Drink

  • Shared kitchen

Outdoors

  • Beach access
  • Garden area
  • Garden furniture

03 — Reviews

What guests say

Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.

8.5
Great 0 reviews

Guest-rated 8.5/10 from 355 reviews

Booking.com · 8.5 · 0 reviews

04 — Location

Getting around Rio de Janeiro

The property sits in Rio de Janeiro.

Beach: Copacabana Beach is a short walk away, and Pedra do Arpoador is about 25 minutes on foot.

Nearby Square: General Osorio Square is about 2 to 3 minutes away, handy for local markets and transport.

296 Rua 5 De Julho Casa Amarela, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, 22051-030, 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 15:00-23:59
Check-out
By 12:00
Cancellation
Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
Payment
Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
Pets
Allowed
Property
17 rooms

06 — Questions

Frequently asked

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

Check-in is from 15:00 until 23:59, and check-out is by 12:00.

Is the hostel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at Chez Zany.

Is smoking allowed on site?

No, the property has a strict no-smoking policy.

Does the hostel have parking?

No, there is no parking available. You'll need to use public transport or other options.

Are children allowed?

No, the hostel is adults only.

The bottom line

Chez Zany is a solid choice for adults looking for a social, budget-friendly base in Copacabana. The high service scores and central location are strong draws, but the low facilities rating and strict check-in window mean it's not for everyone.

8.5A practical, people-focused hostel with limitations on facilities and arrival times.

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