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Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema vs Hotel Regina

Both Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema and Hotel Regina are endorsed by experts. On balance, Hotel Regina ranks slightly better than Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema. Hotel Regina has a TripExpert Score of 73 with praise from 4 sources including Lonely Planet, Frommer's and Rough Guide.

Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema
Che Lagarto Hostel Ipanema
7 / 10
Paul Redfern N0 48, Ipanema, Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22411-001
From $8 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Kitchenette
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DK Eyewitness DK Eyewitness
"This Argentinian... is a popular party venue. Unlike most hostels, Che Lagarto does not offer a shuttle service."
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"The best of Rio’s Che Lagarto hostels is in a good location just a couple of blocks from the beach and a short walk to the bars and nightlife of both Ipanema and Leblon."
Oyster Oyster
Budget
"Serves a free breakfast and has a pleasant outdoor terrace and communal kitchen. Many of the rooms are dorm-style... it typically draws a youthful, party-driven crowd." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Convenient to the ferry dock and local nightlife, yet with a middle-of-the-jungle feel thanks to its forest-shrouded wooden sundeck, this chain hostel is geared to those looking for a youthful party vibe" Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Che Lagarto's Ipanema location is a popular spot for those young travelers who want to be close to the beach. It's a five-story hostel, with basic rooms " Full review
Hotel Regina
Hotel Regina
7 / 10
Rua Ferreira Viana 29, Flamengo, Rio de Janeiro, State of Rio de Janeiro 22210-040
From $51 /night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Laundry Service
  • Concierge
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Frommer's Frommer's
"The Florida is popular with business travelers from São Paulo who know a good deal when they see it." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The renovated Regina boasts 117 rooms, each with a bright modern appearance, with wood or tile floors and sparkling bathrooms. Front-facing rooms (luxos) have sizeable balconies." Full review
Rough Guide Rough Guide
"Rooms are on the small side but they are well looked after and feature all the basics: comfortable beds, minibars and a/c, pleasant public areas and an excellent location one block from the beach."
Oyster Oyster
Mid-Range
"Hotel Regina is an historical mid-range hotel located in Catete, just a block away from Flamengo Park and the beach." Full review