Ocean waves rolling onto golden sand near Recreio dos Bandeirantes, Rio de Janeiro

Hostel Pontal
do Duque

A clean, quiet ocean-side stay a short walk from Pontal, Recreio and Macumba beaches. Air-conditioned suites, morning breakfast, a sun terrace and a front desk staffed 24 hours.

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A quiet ocean neighbourhood, all within walking distance.

Recreio dos Bandeirantes is the calm end of Rio's west-side coast: long open beaches, low traffic and streets you can actually walk. A beach morning, a bakery stop and a late dinner are all short trips on foot.

Sun terrace with wooden chairs and a view over Rio de Janeiro hills

The sun terrace

Slow afternoons above the treetops.

Shared lounge & TV area

A relaxed indoor space to catch up, read or watch TV with fellow guests between beach trips.

Facilities for disabled guests

An elevator, wider doorways and step-free access help make the stay easier for everyone.

24-hour security & CCTV

Front-desk staff around the clock and CCTV in shared areas so you can rest without worry.

Portuguese · English · Spanish

Our team can help you with directions, tips and bookings in any of three languages.

Three private suites, all with the ocean nearby.

Every suite is non-smoking, with linens and towels included, private bathroom and air conditioning. Family rooms are available and room service is offered during the stay.

Clean hostel suite with a made double bed, flat-screen TV and air conditioning

Standard Suite

A simple, well-kept suite for a practical Recreio stay. Air conditioning, private bathroom with towels and linens, flat-screen TV with cable channels, wardrobe and free WiFi.

Bright suite with a private balcony overlooking palm trees in Recreio

Suite with Balcony

The same clean setup with a private balcony, good for morning coffee before walking to the beach. Includes a seating area inside the room.

Spacious suite with sliding doors opening onto a private tiled terrace

Suite with Terrace

Our roomiest option, with a private terrace for slow afternoons after the sand. Comfortable for longer stays and for families travelling together.

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Continental breakfast with bread, homemade cake, fruit, coffee and juice

Start the day, then walk to the sand.

Breakfast is served continental and buffet style, so you can put together a plate that suits your morning: fresh bread, homemade cake, fruit, coffee and juice.

Breakfast is a paid service and is not included in the room rate. If you prefer to explore, neighborhood bakeries and cafés are a few minutes away on foot.

Three beaches, one quiet corner of Rio.

Long open sand, a protected coastal park, a well-known folk art museum and a full neighbourhood of everyday shops - all in the same walkable pocket.

  1. 0.4 km

    Recreio Beach

    A long, open stretch of sand with steady surf, popular with walkers early in the day.

  2. 0.8 km

    Pontal Beach

    The calmer end near the rocks, good for a quiet swim and for watching the sunset.

  3. 1.6 km

    Macumba Beach

    A local surf favourite with gentle rolling waves and beach kiosks along the sand.

  4. 1.2 km

    Chico Mendes Park

    A protected coastal park with lagoons, walking trails and native wildlife.

  5. 1.0 km

    Casa do Pontal Museum

    One of Brazil's largest collections of folk art, close by in the Recreio area.

  6. 0.2 km

    Everyday essentials

    Restaurants, markets, bakeries, pharmacies and bars are within walking distance.

House rules, in plain words.

Everything worth knowing before you arrive, so there are no surprises at the front desk.

No parking, no pets

Parking is not available at the property and pets are not allowed.

Check-in and check-out

Check-in runs from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM and check-out from 12:00 PM to 12:30 PM. Please tell us your arrival time in advance.

ID, card and deposit

Guests show a photo ID and a credit card at check-in. A damage deposit is required by credit card before arrival.

Beds and children

Cribs are not available. Extra beds are subject to availability and may carry an extra charge.

Laundry and housekeeping

Laundry, dry cleaning and ironing are available for an extra charge. Daily housekeeping also carries an extra charge.

Minimum age 18

The minimum check-in age is 18. Guests under 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Say hello, then come stay.

Tell us your arrival time in advance and we'll have the front desk ready for you.

Phone number
+55 21 97367-2537
Reception and lounge area at Hostel Pontal do Duque with bar seating