We stayed in hostel Harmonia for our first few days in Brazil and couldn't have asked for better help and support from the hostel staff in getting us settled and assisting us in our plans and activities throughout our stay. Traveled as a couple, April 2013

Harmonia was a perfect first stop in Brazil. The the vibe is easy-going, the staff are relaxed, helpful and friendly (plus they play good music), the location is hard to beat, the rooms are clean, and so are the spacious showers. The breakfast's good too! Although it's not a party hostel, the common room downstairs and the courtyard are handy... More

My wife and I stayed here on our honeymoon back in August. It was a jarring transition, coming from a luxurious private suite in Peru to these dorm-style bunk beds. Upon our arrival, we climbed into our respective beds –across from one another – waved, laughed, and went to sleep. While a hostel is probably not a typical choice for... More

We stayed at Casa Harmonia after the owners were kind enough to take on our group of 6 girls. We received a warm welcome and the atmosphere at the hostel is great: we met several great people, the staff is kind and informative and even allowed us to decorate the common room for our friend's birthday: very kind of them!... More

I've stayed here at Harmonia for 7 nights from October 6th … tonight is my last night before heading off to Paraty tomorrow. I would highly recommend this hostel. I’m a girl from London travelling alone and I stayed in the 4 bed mixed dorm overlooking the terrace for the duration of my stay. The staff here at Harmonia are... More

Loved staying at Hostel Harmonia! Was off to a bumpy start as my wife and I flew into Rio and arrived at the Harmonia at 6am when the night watchman was there and he didn't speak any English so we had to sleep in the loungeroom under his watchful eye until Chris arrived. Chris is the manager and is such... More

The hostel is in ipanema in a little street along with other small hostels. The atmosphere is personal. The 4bed room is clean, the beds are quite comfortable, although the room is a little small. The bathroom is compared to other hostels clean and shows a high quality. (good shower!). the best about the hostel are the friendly people (at... More

This is the most friendly welcoming place you will ever find. I would recommend it anyone. I didnt want to leave. The hostel is clean, tidy, there is free internet and I was even lent a sarong to use on the beach. Great location, great staff and great breakfast!

This hostel has a very nice vibe and is on a very good location, close to Ipanema Beach. There's a couple of hostels next to it, which are not very good, but they make the neighborhood very backpacker friendly. Really cool owner, Chris, that helps you with everything you want to know. His right hand Saskia is also extremely helpful... More