the staff also provides expert advice on how best to take advantage of the city's marvels - there is a fully equipped kitchen on site and an external barbecue area.

babilônia rio hostel is reachable via phone at 21 3873.6826, via email on this link, or via the establishment's official website here.

mar da babilônia is a stylish, modern and decorative hostel situated in the community, with superb views of the surrounding coastline, mountains and cityscape - there is a communal tv room on site, shared kitchen and a range of dormitory rooms.

the daily breakfast buffet includes fresh fruit, bread, cold meats and a selection of hot and cold drinks - reachable via phone at 21 2244.3682.