Stays in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro · Brazil

Stays in Rio de Janeiro

Beaches, mountains and bossa nova — Brazil's seaside capital of stays.

Copacabana and Ipanema on one side, Mata Atlântica peaks on the other. Filter Rio by the kind of stay you're after — beachfront, a Santa Teresa pousada, a surf hostel, or somewhere a little more luxe.

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What to expect

  • Copacabana & Ipanema beaches
  • Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf
  • Bohemian Santa Teresa

Local tips

  • Ipanema and Leblon are the calmest, most walkable beachfront bases.
  • Santa Teresa's pousadas win for character and city views.
  • Book December–March early — peak season and Carnival fill up fast.

Where to stay

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Rio de Janeiro?

December to March is hot and lively but busy; April–May and September–October are quieter, with warm seas and lower prices.

Which neighbourhood should I stay in?

Copacabana and Ipanema put you on the sand, Leblon is calmer and residential, and Santa Teresa is the hilltop bohemian quarter.