Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro

Property class: 3.5
Rio de Janeiro hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge, aimed at LGBTQ+ guests

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Located just 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from the airport, Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Meeting room
  • Bike rental

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Elevator

Room options

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Room, 1 Queen Bed (Large Mama)

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 1 Double Bed (Medium Mama)

  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room, 2 Twin Beds (Medium Mama)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Room, 1 Double Bed (Small Mama)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a large window, and a wall with decorative elements.

Double Room (XL Mama)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room, 2 Twin Beds (Large Mama)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Room, 2 Twin Beds (Large Mama)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Rua Paschoal Carlos Magno 05, Rio de Janeiro, 20240-290

What's nearby

  • Casa de Benjamin Constant - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Largo do Guimarães - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Praca da Cruz Vermelha - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Selarón Steps - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sambadrome Marquês de Sapucaí - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Rio de Janeiro (SDU-Santos Dumont) - 14 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro International Airport (GIG) - 32 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 42 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Central Station - 4 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Flag Square Station - 6 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 7 min drive
  • Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop - 4 min walk
  • Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Vista Alegre Tram Stop - 18 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Aprazível - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Mô Cafe - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Armazém São Joaquim - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Armazém São Thiago - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café do Alto - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro

  • Located just 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from the airport, Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro offers a shuttle (available 24 hours). You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. Other features include a terrace and a garden. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop is 4 minutes and Largo do Curvelo Tram Stop is 11 minutes.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 55 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Parents must have child's birth certificate and photo ID*
    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 33 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation*
    • Food and water bowls and litter boxes available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • Caters to LGBTQ guests

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only

Accessibility

  • Elevator

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 27-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately BRL 44 for adults and BRL 44 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of BRL 360.00 per vehicle

Children & extra beds

  • Parents or a legal guardian traveling with children under 18 years must present the child's birth certificate and an identity card with photo (passport, for example) at the check-in. For international travels to Brazil, if just one of the parents is traveling with the child, she/he must present – in addition to the child's certificate of birth and identity card with photo – a letter authorizing the trip signed by the other parent with a notarial certification of signature. In case the parents or the legal guardian, as applicable, cannot or are unwilling to give this authorization, a judicial authorization is required. People who intend to travel to Brazil with children must consult with the Brazilian consulate before traveling for more information.

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of BRL 90 per pet, per week

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Mama Shelter Rio Janeiro Hotel
Mama Shelter Janeiro Janeiro
Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro Hotel
Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro Rio de Janeiro
Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

Does Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 33 lbs per pet. There's a charge of BRL 90 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls and litter boxes are available.

Is parking offered on site at Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is BRL 360.00 per vehicle.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro and nearby?

Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro like?

Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro is a short 4-minute walk from Largo do Guimarães Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Selarón Steps.

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Reviews

Mama Shelter Rio De Janeiro Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Very good

Tres propre accueil chaleureux personnel compétant et agréable
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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were amazing, on reception, at breakfast, the ladies who cleaned the rooms, security, bar staff, cooks even the people who did Maintainance, special thanks to Sid, who was concerned about our safety when we went to carnival at night, and always checked in with us to see we were ok. Can’t recommend, this hotel highly enough. The breakfasts are amazing and so are the caipirinha!
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8/10 Very good

O hotel é um hostel pra quem não tem mais idade de dividir quarto/banheiro. Super moderninho, decoração divertida. Cama boa, chuveiro bom, localização boa.
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4/10 Fair

nunca mais

Eu cheguei e logo tive que mudar de quarto. A TV nao funcionava. Peguei todas as minhas coisas e fui para um outro quarto no 2o. andar. Quando fui descer para jantar. Eu tomei um susto: MORCEGO voou na minha cabeça. Ele estava em cima da porta do quarto, porque o corredor é escuro. Eu falei isso no hotel e a resposta que eu tive: Morcegos sao comuns em Santa Tereza. Indagei sobre a tela no restaurante. Ha pombos e morcegos! O apto (o segundo apto) estava sujo e fui perceber quando fui deitar. O lençol estava sujo de sangue, o edredom também. E cansada, ja tarde, eu tive que pedi para trocar. Alem disso, havia aranhas no canto do quarto e teia no lustre. A iluminação do quarto é mais baixa, por conta da decoração. E mesmo assim era perceptível aranhas no quarto.Isso me mostrou falta de cuidado e limpeza.Desgate! Dormi muito mal. No dia seguinte pela manha, eu solicitei mudança de quarto. O hotel gentilmente pediu desculpas e mudou meu quarto. Ou seja, era o 3o.quarto que eu iria. No 3o. quarto a ventoinha do banheiro estava quebrada e nao desligava. O barulho ficou permanente.Em duas noites, passei por três quartos! A sensação que tenho é que no começo o hotel foi bacana e agora precisa de muita manutenção. Nao recomendo.
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10/10 Exceptional

Perfect in Rio

Nice location on a quiet part of the main street in St Theresa filled with restaurants and bars. When we got the room it was not properly clean and there was only a bed, no where to put clothes or other stuff. The staff was however super friendly and we got a rack/rail to hang our clothes on and they recleaned the room. Wonderful breakfast. Nice common areas.
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8/10 Very good

The property was lovey but there were ants everywhere on the floor
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10/10 Exceptional

The best fresh bread for breakfast, I have ever had in a hotel!! Breakfast was overall good. Style and room size very pleasant!
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a brilliant find. For the price we paid it’s a bargain of a hotel. Safe to walk about the streets and the tram runs along the top of the street which is about a 6 min walk from the hotel. Brilliant quirky hotel With great breakfast and funky rooms, amazing bar, pool table and outside space. No pool but we only stayed 1 night so it didn’t bother us.
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8/10 Very good

Great hub to explore Rio.

We loved our stay. Great suburb - good bars & food nearby. Breakfast was great. Rooms all clean and tidy. No pool/gym etc but not needed if you’re exploring Rio.
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10/10 Exceptional

excelente

incrível
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8/10 Very good

Tolle Umgebung, sehr authentisch, aber hellhörig

Während unseres 8-tägigen Aufenthalts in Rio haben wir in 2 Hotels übernachtet, eines davon war das Mama Shelter in Santa Teresa. Es war aus unserer Sicht der ideale Ausgangspunkt für das Erkunden der "nördlichen" Stadtteile Centro, Gloria, zur Christus Statue und eben Santa Teresa sowie Lapa. Die Umgebung bringt den authentischen Charme von Rio rüber, hier reiht sich keineswegs ein Kettenhotel ans andere. Fußläufig gibt es zahlreiche Bars, Cafés und nette Straßen zu entdecken, u.a. die typische Straßenbahn "Bonde". Das Hotel an sich ist größer als man denkt bzw. mitbekommt, wem man wie wir im vorderen Gebäudekomplex untergebracht wird. Leider war unser Zimmer sehr hellhörig, die Geräusche der Straße sowie der Bar sind ständige Geräuschkulisse. Dies war der einzige Nachteil, sowie vllt. noch die vielen Steckmücken im Innenhof. Ansonsten ein sehr schöner Aufenthalt, ein gutes, wenn auch nicht super gutes Frühstücksbüffet. Das Personal ist sehr nett. Insgesamt hat es uns bei Mama Shelter sehr gut gefallen, sehr stylisch, wenn auch nicht alle Zimmer so durchgestylt sind wie auf den Fotos. Gerne wieder!
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10/10 Exceptional

Wer im wundervollen Viertel Santa Teresa übernachten möchte, hat mit dem Mama Shelter die beste Wahl! Es gibt nicht viele Hotels in Santa Teresa und bis es das Mama gab leider zwei Extreme: Absteige oder viel zu teuer. Im Mama Shelter kann man für einen angemessenen Preis super übernachten! Manche Gäste bemängeln, es sei ihnen nicht genug "Hotel" gewesen sondern eher "Hostel". Wer auf klassische Hotel-Häuser steht, mag das so sehen. Ich persönlich wusste die offene Gestaltung des Hotels, aber auch der Kommunikation sehr zu schätzen und war froh, dass es keinen angestrengten Hotel-Charakter hatte. Das Frühstück stärkt einen gut für lange Tage in Rio, die Betten waren sehr bequem. Zwei Sachen, die ich als negativ bewerten würde: Kein Schrank/wirkliche Ablagemöglichkeit im Zimmer und der Pool wäre noch das i-Tüpfelchen!
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8/10 Very good

Very helpful and friendly staff with good local knowledge and recommendations Area is interesting, a bit of a hike if you’re going to the beaches
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10/10 Exceptional

Nettes Hotel mit Charme. Passt wunderbar in den Stadtteil Santa Teresa. Etwas außerhalb, aber dank Uber immer leicht zu erreichen. Leider ist die Klimaanlage sehr laut und der Haartrockner ein Scherz. Ansonsten haben wir uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great choice in Santa Teresa

This hotel was amazing, perfectly located and very well decorated. I have nothing negative to mention for the room they gave us. The restaurant is good but the service is awful. Please improve that, it was really frustrating.
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8/10 Very good

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8/10 Very good

This is a really cool accommodation. Super quirky, the design features are great. It’s located right in the heart of the very trendy Santa Teresa. My friend and I, two female travellers felt safe walking around in the area where it’s situated. There is 24 hour security on the door too. Breakfast was good and regularly replenished and we had the pizza here for dinner one evening too which was really tasty and I’d highly recommend. The only downfalls we found about this hotel is the lack of lighting in the room which made getting ready in the evening quite a challenge. The room lighting is extremely dim. The only other thing was the absence of a room fridge which we’d had everywhere else we’d stayed in Rio but it was just a minor thing that would’ve been nice to have. Other than that, We had a great stay and the staff were all so lovely and helpful!
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6/10 Good

Personnel très accueillant et à l’écoute. Hall et quartier très jolie. Chambre simple.
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10/10 Exceptional

Mama Took Care of Me

Mama Shelter is located in an old, colonial part of Rio de Janeiro on a hill I'd guess 500 ft. above the city. The views are spectacular on the 007 bus heading downtown on winding roads from the Largo de Guimaraes (community business center). Breakfast is complimentary and offers a broad array of hot and cold selections. Front desk staff were happy to answer my travel questions in English although I always spoke a few words in Portuguese. Access to the metro requires a long hike or a bus or taxi ride down the hill to Gloria or one of the other downtown metro stations. Santa Teresa (the colonial community where Mama Shelter is located) offers a lot to interest a traveler in itself. Downtown, of course, offers even more. The famous southern beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema and Leblon are located about eight subway stops south of Gloria. I did not ask the hotel to provide transportation to/from the international airport although I understand they will. My stay at the Mama Shelter was a pleasant one. Mama took care of me.
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10/10 Exceptional

Hipsterhotel

Hipster hotell i den herlige bydelen Santa Theresa. God mat og drikke og en veldig fin frokosthage. For dårlig lys på rommet.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excelente

Hotel maravilhoso, serviço incrível, funcionarios mt educados, alem de ter um bar e restaurante excelente!
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8/10 Very good

Ótima experiência, estiloso e aconchegante!

Foi tudo ótimo!! É a segunda vez que me hospedo no Mama Shelter e gosto muito de tudo! Apenas um contratempo com vazamento na mangueira do chuveiro do vaso do banheiro, que inundou o piso em poucos minutos após o uso.. é preciso que a equipe do hotel esteja atenta para fazer uma revisão detalhada de tudo, antes de disponibilizar o quarto ao hóspede trazendo um incômodo desta natureza. No restaurante, a atendente que nos serviu poderia ser mais suave, sorrir mais, transmitir gostar de lidar com pessoas.. talvez um pouco mais de treinamento, apenas isso.
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8/10 Very good

Parfait! Deco digne du mama shelter! Nourriture et boissons bonnes! Quartier authentique avec pleins d’endroits sympas autour. Il manque juste une piscine et l’hotel serait au top!
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10/10 Exceptional

hôtel très sympa manque de rangement dans la chambre
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8/10 Very good

Good location and very friendly staff. Relaxed atmosphere. Nice design. Rather poor outfit of the room.