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.
Astoria Palace: Staying at the Cheapest Beachfront Hotel in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
Beachfront hotels in Copacabana can cost up to $900 a night. I stayed at the cheapest one with ocean view for $109, and I'm sharing exactly what it's like.
Where to stay in Rio de Janeiro for Copacabana Beach concerts: and why this matters
The neighborhood everyone already knows, but the block that actually matters. Where to stay to catch a Copacabana Beach concert without the worst of the crowd.
Day use in Rio de Janeiro: The best hotels to indulge for a few hours
Rio de Janeiro's best hotels for a day use, from beachfront pools in Copacabana to secluded escapes in the hills.
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.
Is Rio de Janeiro expensive? A cost breakdown for travelers of all budgets
The same trip to Rio de Janeiro can cost $40 a day or $500. Here's what really drives the difference, with real prices across every budget.