Bamboo Rio Hostel in Rio De Janeiro

The facilities are clean but somewhat old and neglected. I actually ended up getting a splinter from the wooden ladder of the bunk bed. The lamps never worked, and the USB charging ports were broken; even when using an adapter, the connection kept dropping. ​The bathrooms were clean and functional. ​Regarding the staff (reception and kitchen), while they helped me at certain points, their attitude was very indifferent, cold, and apathetic. They weren't helpful at all—it felt like they were doing me a favor just by doing their jobs. ​The atmosphere... It’s nothing like what they promote on Instagram. I didn't feel any sense of integration or feel invited to the group activities. I felt displaced; it seemed like if you aren't European or Brazilian, you don't fit in. ​The only person who truly helped and saved me was HUGO. He called an Uber for me, and thanks to him, I was able to make my flight on time. ​In short: this hostel is only good for leaving your stuff and having a place to sleep. The country is beautiful!