I love staying at quality bed and breakfast establishments. When they get it right, you feel like…read moreyou are staying with a very wealthy relative that wants to make sure you have a good time when you visit. The simple fact that this place has only 4 or 5 rooms that means that the staff personal knows who you are and they truly tailor their level of service to your needs. If you want assistance with anything they are more than happy to assist you. This place is stunningly gorgeous and immaculately clean. Beautiful view of the city. The have a large spread for breakfast every morning and round 8-10am. Seriously the food just kept coming. Juices, yogurts, eggs, breads, fruits, coffee, etc. And at night if you want they will mix you up a nice capirinia (or 3 if you're thirsty).

I have traveled to many countries and always enjoy staying in hostels. Small things like, no air…read moreconditioner during the day, no hot water, dirty tubs, unorganized rooms. For example, I returned one day to find a girl in my bed! She had been assigned the same bed, not the way you want to return after a long day of walking around! Those were all minor mishaps that could have been overlooked but One major thing that has scarred me for life would be the BED BUGS. I thought the itching might be from mosquitos until I looked online.When I approached the staff about the issue, he seemed more worried about the beer pong tourney downstairs. I was told there was nothing he could do until I requested switching a mattress. He made me carry it up 3 floors, and he complained I was taking his time and he needed to be downstairs. The following day as I checked out, the mattress sat in the lobby! So disgusting and they didn't even offer any compensation and stated it was all part of the experience! This was the worst experience I've ever had and would not recommend this hostel to anyone.

I enjoy party hostels but at Books it was impossible to get away from the party, plus the…read morefacilities (bathrooms) are outdated and Lapa is a shithole in the daytime. But, if you're coming to Rio to have a blast and get hammered with other travellers then this is the place for you. The staff were awesome, and though it's far from the beach it's surrounded by supermarkets and cheap food