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Socialtel Rio Lapa

3.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, near Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí

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Front of property
Lobby
Rockstar Room
Terrace/patio
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Rua Visc. de Maranguape, 9 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro, 20021-390
  • Place, Arcos da Lapa
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Flamengo Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Rockstar Room

Rockstar Room

  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Unique Room

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Standard Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

Rio de Janeiro

Socialtel Rio Lapa puts you in the heart of Rio de Janeiro, within steps of Arcos da Lapa and Selarón Steps. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Added amenities include laundry facilities, a library and a terrace. Each morning continental breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. .Attractions within a 30-minute walk of this 3-property class Lapa hotel include Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro and Flamengo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Selarón Steps - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Arcos da Lapa - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flamengo Park - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Circo Voador - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Consulate General of the United States Rio de Janeiro - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 2 min drive
  • Portinha Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lanchonete Tic Tac - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bar do Ernesto - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Rooftop Selina Lapa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Me Gusta Gourmet - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sabor Peruano - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Socialtel Rio Lapa

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, near Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. You'll find a business centre on site.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A rooftop terrace, a library, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Socialtel Rio Lapa.

This 3-star Rio de Janeiro hotel is smoke free.

  • 119 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Socialtel Rio Lapa offers 119 accommodations with air conditioning. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 14 for adults and USD 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Service fee: 10 per cent

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately USD 14.00 for adults and from USD 14.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number 58.902.158/0001-37

We should mention

  • At check-in, parents or a legal guardian travelling with children under 18 years old are obligated to present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with a photo (for example, a passport). For international travels to Brazil, if only one of the parents is travelling with the child, the parent 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. If the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorisation, a judicial authorisation is required. People intending to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate prior to travelling for more information.

Property is also known as

Selina Rio Hotel Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio Hotel
Selina Rio Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro Hotel
Selina Lapa Rio Janeiro
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Hotel
Hotel Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro
Selina Lapa Rio de Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Selina Rio
Selina Hotel
Selina

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

Socialtel Rio Lapa offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Socialtel Rio Lapa?

The closest beach to Socialtel Rio Lapa is Copacabana Beach (5.9 km).

What makes Socialtel Rio Lapa a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Socialtel Rio Lapa.

Does Socialtel Rio Lapa serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental breakfast is offered daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

No, Socialtel Rio Lapa does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Socialtel Rio Lapa?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Socialtel Rio Lapa Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 359 out of 578 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 117 out of 578 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 578 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 578 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 578 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Sofya

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic friendly staff and creative room designs. The breakfast was well prepared and healthy. The surroundings are quite noisy - we were unlucky to stay for the weekend, and had to listen to a night disco during the whole night.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went on a couple's trip - 1 night in Rio Location: Perfect. Right off the main road, minutes from the the popular Selaron steps & walking distance from the Metropolitan Cathedral and other great attractions. Staff: Helpful, fun and English-speaking. Room: just as pictured. Clean, working AC & clean air Vibe: Picturesque the roof top was a great night vibe - order a Caipirinha and just chill. Or have dinner before heading up to your room.
Street vendors right outside the entrance
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Safwan

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

manuela

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the bohemian look. Rooftop bar was a plus since I don’t know the area. Restaurant connected to hotel was a plus great food.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Window in our room wouldn't close, reception sent maintenance up promptly but it wasn't fixable. Also the tap in the shower had been spun out from the wall so wouldn't work, but we screwed back on ourselves once we figured it out. Mattress needed replacing or cleaning. Good location next to the selaron steps, markets and Lapa for food and bars. Breakfast had a nice selection. Rooftop bar was an added bonus. Quiet inside the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Montez

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay. The staff is really helpful and makes you feel at home. The weekend music performances on the rooftop bar were nice.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, tasty breakfast and environment had a good vibe.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was an amazing stay, I enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Keri, Mechanicville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No spaces to work as was advertised. Room was very dirty and infested with cockroaches. Staff did nothing about the cleaning after I complained.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nathaniel

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nicholas

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
.

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location in the vibrant Lapa neighbourhood
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAEV

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fun place to be with; the food being served is excellent. Staff are always friendly and accomodating
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oscar, Bakersfield Ca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a awesome hotel they have a kitchen so you can cook and save money a library my room didn’t have hot water but maybe that’s normal in Brazil the area is kinda scary to walk around at night but in the day time is pretty safe
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Javier Quintero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Jhgh
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seline Lapa is the best
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have a bar on the rooftop with DJ, magnificent view of Lapa in the night, sometimes they close the bar at 10:30pm, you have a welcome drink from 5:00pm to 5:30pm so don't be late.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabi

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024