Rio de Janeiro travel blog, written by a local
Where to stay in Downtown, Rio de Janeiro: Best areas and hotels with safety tips
Best-value hotels, easy public transport and safety tips: a guide to where to stay in downtown Rio de Janeiro, by a local who worked there for years.
6 Best Hotels in Lapa, Rio de Janeiro: From Budget Stays to Rooftop Pools
The best hotels in Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, by budget, with tips on noise and safety, including the historic mansion with a pool where I stayed.
Best hotels in Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro: From luxury to budget stays
Known as one of the most expensive places to stay in the city, Ipanema also has affordable options. Here's my list of the best hotels in Ipanema, by category.
Where to Stay in Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro: Best Hotels from Luxury to Budget Stays
Santa Teresa isn't for everyone, and that's the whole point. Here's where to stay in Rio's most bohemian neighborhood, from castle hostels to hilltop luxury.
Rio de Janeiro hostels and cheap hotels: Where to stay on a budget.
Rio de Janeiro's curated list of best hostels and cheap hotels, to stay on a budget without giving up comfort and quality.
Where to stay in Leblon, Rio de Janeiro: Best hotels for your budget
In Brazilian telenovelas, Leblon is shorthand for old money. This guide breaks down whether Rio's most exclusive beachfront neighborhood is the right fit for your trip.
Best alternative areas to stay in Rio de Janeiro: 6 places beyond the classics
Copacabana and Ipanema aren't the only options. From Urca's village-like calm to Joá's cliffside exclusivity, these six neighborhoods offer a quieter, more local side of Rio, with hotel picks for each.