The Backpacker Cat Hostel

2.0 star property
Adults-only Rio de Janeiro hostel in Catete with free breakfast

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Front of property
In-room safe, free WiFi
Lobby
Shower, towels
View from property
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Travessa Carlos de Sá,21, Catete, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 22220-020
  • Popular LocationCatete Palace3 min walk
  • Popular LocationFlamengo Beach14 min walk
  • Popular LocationConsulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro3 min drive
  • AirportRio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)39 min drive

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Room options

Shared Dormitory, Accessible (4 camas)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Women only

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Shared Dormitory (8 camas)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

Shared Dormitory, Accessible (6 camas)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

Basic Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 1.1 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Rio de Janeiro

The Backpacker Cat Hostel is located in Catete, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, and is near a metro station and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Flamengo Beach and Copacabana Beach, while Museum of Tomorrow and Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Maracanã Stadium or Estádio Olímpico Nilton Santos.

What's nearby

  • Catete Palace - 3 min walk
  • Flamengo Park - 10 min walk
  • Flamengo Beach - 14 min walk
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 3 min drive
  • Copacabana Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Catete Station - 4 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 5 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • MegaMatte - 3 min walk
  • Berbigão - 4 min walk
  • Cyber Gol Catete - 3 min walk
  • Espetto Carioca - 3 min walk
  • Big Néctar - 3 min walk

About this property

The Backpacker Cat Hostel

Hostel located in Catete
Near Flamengo Beach, The Backpacker Cat Hostel provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Barbecue grills, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance, smoke-free premises, and a TV in the lobby
  • A computer station
Room features
All guestrooms at The Backpacker Cat Hostel boast comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Shared bathrooms with showers
  • Communal kitchens and daily housekeeping

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8 AM–11 AM
  • 1 bar

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • Smoke-free property
  • TV in lobby

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at noon
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards

We should mention

Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Property is also known as

Backpacker Cat Hostel Rio de Janeiro
Backpacker Cat Hostel
Backpacker Cat Rio de Janeiro
Backpacker Cat
The Backpacker Cat Hostel Rio de Janeiro
The Backpacker Cat Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation

Frequently asked questions

Is The Backpacker Cat Hostel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at The Backpacker Cat Hostel?

The Backpacker Cat Hostel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The Backpacker Cat Hostel?

Check-in begins at noon.

What time is check-out at The Backpacker Cat Hostel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Backpacker Cat Hostel located?

Located in Catete, this hostel is within a 15-minute walk of Catete Palace and Flamengo Beach. Largo do Machado and Flamengo Park are also within 15 minutes. Catete Station is only a 4-minute walk and Gloria Station is 8 minutes.

The Backpacker Cat Hostel Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Guilherme, Rio de janeiro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo hostel!
Minha estadia no hostel foi muito divertida. O hostel tem uma atmosfera muito amigavel, galera super receptiva e animada. Voltarei!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018