Banana Leaf Eco Hostel

On Rio’s wild west coast in Barra de Guaratiba, minutes from Grumari Beach and Barra de Guaratiba Beach. Close to Sítio Burle Marx and within reach of big draws like Tijuca National Park, Leblon Beach and the Rio de Janeiro Botanical Garden.

An eco-minded hostel with a laid-back, tropical vibe. Six guestrooms come with refrigerators, microwaves and ceiling fans; daily housekeeping keeps things tidy. Shared kitchen, garden and an outdoor pool set the scene. Expect a library, barbecue area, kids’ playroom and even a diving club for water-obsessed guests.

Outdoor pool and garden to lounge in. On-site bar and restaurant plus a communal kitchen and BBQ for DIY meals. Complimentary Wi‑Fi across the property, TV in the common area, tour/ticket assistance and airport transfer options. Free self-parking, laundry, safe-deposit boxes and multilingual staff round out the perks—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and local trails out the door.

Complimentary wireless internet throughout and luggage storage available. Free self-parking makes arrivals simple.

Complimentary buffet breakfast served daily. On-site restaurant and bar for relaxed meals and drinks. A shared/communal kitchen and barbecue area let you cook local catches and favorites.