Experience the vibrant spirit of Lapa at Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro, where a rooftop terrace offers breathtaking views and a library invites quiet reflection. Connect with free in-room WiFi, grab a drink at the bar or get work done at the business center. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Rua Visc. de Maranguape, 9 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, 20021-390
What's nearby
Arcos da Lapa - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Museum of Tomorrow - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Flamengo Beach - 10 min drive - 5.7 km
Getting around
Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 5 min drive
Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 32 min drive
Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 45 min drive
Rio de Janeiro Flag Square Station - 4 min drive
Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 5 min drive
Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 26 min walk
Portinha Tram Stop - 4 min walk
Francisco Muratori Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Cinelandia Station - 8 min walk
Restaurants
Arcos da Lapa - 2 min walk
Bar Ernesto - 1 min walk
The Rooftop Selina Lapa - 1 min walk
Lapa Irish Pub - 3 min walk
Gohan - 2 min walk
About this property
Socialtel Rio Lapa
Socialtel Rio Lapa features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 15-minute walk of Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Also, Maracanã Stadium and Shopping Tijuca are within a short drive. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Portinha Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Francisco Muratori Tram Stop is 5 minutes.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
119 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Business center
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Rooftop terrace
Library
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Room amenities
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Rainfall showerhead
Shower only
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 14.00 for adults and USD 14.00 for children
Children & extra beds
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.
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Selina Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio Hotel
Selina Rio Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio
Selina Hotel
Selina
Frequently asked questions
Does Socialtel Rio Lapa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Socialtel Rio Lapa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Socialtel Rio Lapa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Socialtel Rio Lapa?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Socialtel Rio Lapa.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Socialtel Rio Lapa?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Are there restaurants at or near Socialtel Rio Lapa?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Socialtel Rio Lapa like?
Socialtel Rio Lapa is in Lapa, a short 4-minute walk from Portinha Tram Stop and 9 minutes' walk from Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro.
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Socialtel Rio Lapa Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 1, 2025
It was an amazing stay, I enjoyed it very much!
Verified traveler
4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 30, 2025
Great location in the vibrant Lapa neighbourhood
Katarzyna
Katarzyna, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 2, 2024
Fun place to be with; the food being served is excellent. Staff are always friendly and accomodating
Dennis
Dennis, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Hotel fabuloso
José
José, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 24, 2024
Great location near the beach
Liliana
Liliana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 18, 2024
Really enjoyed my time at Selina hostel ! This is my second time to come back there as they are so friendly , clean , clients oriented and very welcoming team ! I highly recommend it ! And already coming back next Monday again .
Souleymane
Souleymane, 3-night trip
2/10 Poor
Mar 5, 2025
No spaces to work as was advertised. Room was very dirty and infested with cockroaches. Staff did nothing about the cleaning after I complained.
Verified traveler
28-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 15, 2024
Seline Lapa is the best
Hector
Hector, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 13, 2024
Loved the stay and the party at the rooftop.
Urssulla
Urssulla, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 3, 2024
One of the best hostels! The dining options were great, the room clean, guard on duty (it's Brazil....). Pretty building. I was able to walk everywhere I needed to go.
Corinne
Corinne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 14, 2024
The staff are wonderfully helpful (and speak English!). They accommodated an early check in for us and allowed us to store our bags after check out due to a late departing flight.
Definitely recommend!
Melinda
Melinda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
They have a bar on the rooftop with DJ, magnificent view of Lapa in the night, sometimes they close the bar at 10:30pm, you have a welcome drink from 5:00pm to 5:30pm so don't be late.
Brian
Brian, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 11, 2024
I liked that the staff was very accommodating and it was easy to find but I didn't like that YOU HAD TO LABEL FOOD OR DRINKS OR THEY GET THROWN OUT!
Dennis E
Dennis E, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
It’s a awesome hotel they have a kitchen so you can cook and save money a library my room didn’t have hot water but maybe that’s normal in Brazil the area is kinda scary to walk around at night but in the day time is pretty safe
Oscar
Oscar, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 4, 2024
They are all the best!!
Robinson
Robinson, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 29, 2024
Standard Selina in not the best area. Nice rooftop bar, helpful staff.
Small dorm for 8, no towel provided.
Stuart
Stuart, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Aug 2, 2024
Good location & nice staff
The staff were super lovely and the property is in a good location.
The rooms are nice but I think we were just a bit unfortunate to get one without a working extractor fan which made the room a bit damp and smelly... we did let them know but we were only there for a short time!
Wifi was good
Kitchen could do with a few more spoons!
Holly
Holly, 3-night trip
4/10 Fair
Sep 7, 2024
Not so good
Unwelcoming registration. No information given, just a sheet to fill in and then you're on your own !
The morning staff were nicer than the evening staff. Breakfast was unremarkable and not very tasty.
I think there was a water infiltration problem in the 3rd floor, and the whole floor smelled of damp including the room, it was horrible. As I only stayed one night, I didn't complain.
The hotel is well located, right in the center, but in the evening it's not very safe in the surrounding streets.
Alexandre
Alexandre, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 13, 2024
I like the room. It was thoughtfully decorated and very clean. I didn’t find the staff very helpful or pleasant. It was like I was bothering them whenever I’d ask for information. It was the other guests who helped me when needed. The kitchen only had 2 spoons, no bowls, and 2 cups. I think it’s important to let people know that the Lapa area, at least near the hotel, has a lot of homelessness and people addicted to substances. I think having a Welcome Session to inform guests about the property, location, and public transportation options would be very helpful.
Akanke
Akanke, 8-night trip
2/10 Poor
Apr 10, 2024
This hostel is a disgrace! I chose it specifically for its coworking space, but my experience has been a nightmare. The first night, I couldn't sleep due to loud toilet pipes at 3 AM. The second night, a man repeatedly tried to enter my room from 9 PM to 3 AM, leaving me terrified. Despite the supposed 24/7 reception, they were unresponsive. Now, Selina is refusing to refund me for the remaining stay, despite Expedia advising me to leave early. Avoid Selina at all costs.