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Ref House

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Praia da Barra da Tijuca

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Outdoor pool, a waterfall pool
Private kitchen
Premium Suite, Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Free breakfast

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$91
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June

Explore the area

Map
Rua Manuel Brasiliense 121, Barra da Tijuca, Rio de Janeiro, 22621140
  • Pepe Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Ilha Da Gigoia
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Praia da Barra da Tijuca
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Rio de Janeiro (GIG-Galeão - Antonio Carlos Jobim Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Deluxe Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Premium Suite, Pool View

Premium Suite, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Suite, Garden View

Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Single Bunk Bed

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Superior Suite, Pool View

Superior Suite, Pool View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Superior Suite, Balcony

Superior Suite, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed OR 3 Single Beds

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Standard Suite

Standard Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Single Bunk Beds

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Premium Suite, Balcony

Premium Suite, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed OR 1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

About the area

Rio de Janeiro

At Ref House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Ilha Da Gigoia and Pepe Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and a bar/lounge. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Other amenities include barbecues, a picnic area and dry cleaning/laundry services. There's also self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Barra da Tijuca hotel include Praia da Barra da Tijuca and Copacabana Fort.

What's nearby

  • Pepe Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ilha Da Gigoia - 8 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shopping Downtown - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Praia da Barra da Tijuca - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Windsor Convention & Expo Center - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Jardim Oceânico Station - 9 min walk
  • Rio de Janeiro Sao Cristovao Station - 18 min drive
  • Rio de Janeiro (RRJ-Jacarepaguá-Roberto Marinho) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Coffee - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Parmê - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Frontera - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Los Frick - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Skinna - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Ref House

Hotel with free breakfast, near Praia da Barra da Tijuca
You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Ref House. For a fee, parking is available.

This Rio de Janeiro hotel is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Ref House offers 13 air-conditioned accommodations, with free toiletries. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (BRL 20 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Indoor/outdoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Waterfall pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Self-parking fee: BRL 20.00 per day

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express.

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

Pousada Hygge House Barra da Tijuca Hotel
Pousada Hygge House Hotel
Pousada Hygge House
Ref House Hotel
Hygge House Rio
Ref House Rio de Janeiro
Ref House Hotel Rio de Janeiro

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Ref House?

Ref House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Ref House?

As of 24 Jun 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ref House on 25 Jun 2025 start from NZ$90.93, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Ref House?

Yep, Ref House has a self car park for BRL 20.00 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Ref House?

Yep, Ref House is a short 8-minute walk from Pepe Beach.

Does Ref House have a pool?

Ref House has an indoor/outdoor pool.

What makes Ref House a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Ref House.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Ref House?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Ref House?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Ref House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Ref House Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 90 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

GERISNALDO

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Daniele

Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Precisa de atenção aos detalhes

Estadia razoável. Os lençóis eas fronhas estavam manchados, estacionamento cobrado a parte, não implícito no site. O banheiro precisa de manutenção na torneira. O piso do quarto tinha grãos de areia. Não entrei na piscina mas o aspecto do piso é bem sujo e engordurado. Questiono pois o valor da diária é bem elevado, podendo proporcionar uma estadia mais agradável.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anibal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

GABRIELA

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcosvz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

um oásis no jardim oceanico

Equipe atenciosa e prestativa. Bom café da manhã. Boa localização.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

VN

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group

Incrível

Experiência incrível, profissionais educados, ambiente limpo e organizado.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valderlandia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

giovanna

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniele

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Normal, não surpreendeu.

O café da manhã deixou a desejar, em dias distintos percebi que não eram produtos frescos. Faltou suco natural, opções de pães, salchichas e ou outros acompanhamentos. Quanto a limpeza no quarto achei fraco mais as áreas comuns estavam bacana
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Hellen Cristina

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Perfeito se tivesse manutenção e limpeza

Higiene zero . Entrei no quarto e apesar da cama estar arrumada as toalhas do antigo hóspede estavam penduradas e o banheiro cheio de cabelos . No dia seguinte o banheiro foi limpo porém os cabelos atrás da porta não foram varridos . Paredes com bolor e baratas andando pelo quarto durante a noite . Os atendentes são excelentes e prestativos , equipe muito atenciosa , o lugar seria incrível se tivesse mais cuidado com a limpeza dos quartos e manutenção geral do espaço .
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paloma

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Minha experiência

Nas fotos parece que o local, está novo. Mas, chegando ao local, percebemos que o quarto compartilhado não tem os armários como do jeito que estão nas fotos, ele é bem menor, muitos estão quebrados. Mas, num todo o hostel super me atendeu, o atendimento é maravilhoso, o chuveiro bem quentinho, cerca de uns 10 minutos da praia, com mercado ótimo de uma rede grande, bem localizado. Eu voltaria com certeza, mas talvez não ficaria em quarto compartilhado, pois não achei o quarto convidativo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

maria t

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Falta de manutenção e limpeza

Preço muito alto para a qualidade do local. (Obs, foi no periodo do rock in rio) Fiquei usando a mesma toalha de banho durante 5 dias, apoio para a toalha de rosto que cai e fica com um buraco na parede que dá pra ver o lado de fora. Varal caindo e armários com mofo. Sem contar uma barata morta que encontrei no chão, ao lado do sofá do hall. Não achei PÉSSIMO mas dadas as condições, não valeu o preço que paguei.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Muito boa, atendimento excelente, chuveiro forte bom demais melhor chuveiro que ja tomei banho de longe!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Breno

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

VICENTE

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness

Limpeza a desejar

Localização muito boa, café da manhã satisfatório pelo valor pago, atendimento dos funcionários nada a reclamar. Porém, a higiene do local é péssima. (Pelo menos no dia que eu fiquei) Azulejos com aspecto de sujo, cortina da cama com princípio de mofo, água do boxe empossando. A roupa de cama que utilizei não tinha sujeira visível, mas se negligenciam a limpeza do local dessa forma, imagino que sequer deve ser trocada a roupa de cama.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucas

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francisco Alaerson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ótuma estadia

Foi excelente, atendimento ( recepção, funciinários), café da manhã muito bom, comoleto, quarto confortável, banheiro muito bom. Muito bem localizado
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

beter bauer de

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024