Hotel Castelinho in Santa Teresa offers practical comforts for a great stay. Enjoy a solid start with the morning breakfast buffet and stay connected with free in-room WiFi. Relax in the outdoor pool after exploring the area.
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9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
Pool
Breakfast included
Free Wi-Fi
Housekeeping
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Santa Teresa, a neighbourhood in Rio de Janeiro, is home to Boutique Hotel Castelinho. Shoppers can check out Shopping Tijuca, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Flamengo Beach and Sugar Loaf Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Maracanã Stadium or Circo Voador. Visit our Rio de Janeiro travel guide
R. Triunfo 38, Rio de Janeiro, RJ, 20240-320
What's nearby
Largo do Guimarães
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Selarón Steps
11 min walk - 1.0 km
Arcos da Lapa
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Flamengo Park
16 min walk - 1.3 km
Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
16 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop
3 min walk
Rio de Janeiro Central Station
4 min drive
Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont)
15 min drive
Restaurants
Café do Alto
3 min walk
Bar do Mineiro
4 min walk
Bar Tempero Do Nordeste
16 min walk
Armazém São Joaquim
3 min walk
Armazém São Thiago
7 min walk
About this property
Boutique Hotel Castelinho
Hotel near Maracanã Stadium
Boutique Hotel Castelinho provides a free breakfast buffet and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
An outdoor pool
Room features
All guest rooms at Boutique Hotel Castelinho have amenities, such as free WiFi.
Free buffet breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Things to do
Outdoor pool
Conveniences
Limited-hour front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (daily)
Accessibility
No lift
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (for example, a passport) at check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorising the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In the event that the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before travelling for more information.
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Property is also known as
Hotel Castelinho
Castelinho Rio Janeiro
Boutique Hotel Castelinho Hotel
Boutique Hotel Castelinho Rio de Janeiro
Boutique Hotel Castelinho Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Frequently asked questions
Does Boutique Hotel Castelinho have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
Is Boutique Hotel Castelinho pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Boutique Hotel Castelinho?
This hotel doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Boutique Hotel Castelinho?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Boutique Hotel Castelinho?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Boutique Hotel Castelinho located?
Located in Santa Teresa, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Selarón Steps, Praca da Cruz Vermelha and Catete Palace. Circo Voador and Arcos da Lapa are also within 1 mile (2 km). Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop is only a 3-minute walk and Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop is 10 minutes.
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Reviews
Boutique Hotel Castelinho Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8
Cleanliness
8.8
Amenities
9.4
Staff & service
9.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 50 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews
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Reviews
8/10 Good
Omar
9 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location for an alternative trip to Rio, excellent view, quiet and safe neighborhood, nice staff, good breakfast and confortable room.
A real gem of a hotel. Lovely spacious rooms off the beating track but so easy to walk to key venues, catch tram and train or taxi called for by wonderful reception. Staff so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend a stay if visiting Rio…. I don’t think I would have been as adventurous if staying in the busy parts of town
I always look for smaller boutique hotels on our travels and this one didn’t disappoint! Full of character, but modern in its facilities. Our room was a good size, comfortable and with two comfy chairs to chill out on. A super comfortable bed and the shower was large and powerful. They supply a nice breakfast to your table. The patio and pool areas both have great views across the city. The hotel is located in the charming Santa Teresa neighbourhood, which feels like a small hilltop village above the chaotic city below. Lots of nice restaurants nearby. The only downside was that the WiFi continuously dropped out in our room, which was frustrating!
This was just an average experience. I guess the so many excellent previous reviews made me disappointed. The reception closes at 8pm and made me aware that there would be no one available to check me in after that. Also, there is no onsite security guard and guests have the property gate’s keys to get in and out (with anyone) during the night. That really made me uncomfortable! The rooms are good and the shower awesome. Breakfast was served only after 8am (time that employees arrive to work). In my first day, I was served only after 8.30am and got late for a meeting. The location is quiet and the views are great. I guess the major con here is the feeling of lack of security.
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
christopher
5 July 2025
Amazing
christopher
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
8/10 Good
Samuel
23 Nov 2025
The hotel is nice overall, the views, the pool and the courtyard. However the bed was very uncomfortable, it was hard and the pillows were flat. I asked for an another one and they gave me another flat one. My partner prefers the hardness of the mattress. Breakfast was lovely however, some of the fruits in the fruit salad were a little soft.
The options were okay. We didn’t like the lock system, you could probably kick the door and it would open. There is no safe which is why we were a little hesitate to leave valuable belongings. We asked for a hair dryer and never received one. Also the air condition only blows coolish air.
O hotel é maravilhoso,atendimento de todos os funcionários também foi excelente.O quarto espaçoso,banheiro top.Parecia que estava fora do RJ.Me proporcionou o que estava precisando,paz,tranquilidade e relaxamento.Super recomendo.
Excelente! Local muito silencioso e sossegado, nem parece estar praticamente no Centro da cidade. A rua é iluminada e com segurança. A cama é muito confortável e os quartos amplos em contato com a natureza. Café da manhã ótimo. Pretendo voltar em breve.
Um lugar tranquilo, com atendentes super queridos e atenciosos. A Bia, da recepção, estava estudando francês e outros idiomas para receber melhor os hóspedes que não são brasileiros.
Nossa estadia foi incrível. O hotel é ótimo, quarto grande, bem limpo, os funcionários bem solícitos, café da manhã bem delicioso e o restaurante é sensacional, gostamos bastante e já queremos voltar.
Chambre sans luminosité et ne correspond pas aux photos. Petit déjeuner prévu à 8:00; le personnel n’est pas organisé et rien n’est prêt. On a du quitté à 9:00 et aucune option ne nous a été donnée. On nous a dit que le chef n’est pas la pour préparer le petit déjeuner.
mehdi
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Milton
10 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
O hotel tem tudo para ser um dos melhores de Santa Teresa. O staff é extremamente atencioso, principalmente a moça da recepção - aparentemente a gerente.
Antes de ir embora, repassei alguns pontos como feedback e todos foram extremamente bem aceitos pelo time. Tais quais:
- a piscina é incrivel, mas o banheiro da área não foi limpo todos os dias.
- o atendimento pelo WhatsApp é rápido, mas não nos foi comunicado que era possível realizar pedidos do bar para entrega na área da piscina.
- as opções de café da manhã poderiam ser selecionadas num papel ou pelo próprio WhatsApp previamente, isto evitaria desperdícios.
- aparentemente há a estrutura de um bar na piscina. Acredito que, quando estiver em funcionamento, tornará a experiência ainda melhor.
- o hotel fica numa região pouco abastecida de mercados, sugiro um frigobar um pouco mais recheado e, eventualmente, um cardápio mais elaborado para quem deseja almoçar e jantar no hotel (era nosso caso, mas tivemos que procurar opções externas nos dias em que estivemos por lá).
No mais, o hotel é ocupado por muitos gringos, o que torna a experiência ainda mais diferente. Santa Teresa é um bairro muito peculiar e foge muito do ideal praiano que muita gente tem do Rio. Foram dias extremamente tranquilos, de paz e silêncio. Uma delícia!