Okay, so talking about Zika is everywhere. The carnival is over. And the Olympics are still a few months away. Stop there… and relax. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is still the perfect February escape thanks to long sunny days and average temperatures into the 90s. While you could give it your all with $ 2,300 / night pad by the sea in Copacabana, whole house rentals in the city average around $ 150 / night, and you can even find decent places for under $ 50. Here are 10 of our favorite low-cost Airbnb rentals in Rio de Janeiro.
To stick on Airbnb Columnist Erica Jackson Curran is a former editor of the alternative weekly turned freelance moonlight based in Richmond, Virginia.
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This colorful dish sits on a quiet side street in Lapa, an area popular with Cariocas (i.e. locals) and known for its vibrant nightlife. The recently updated space has a modern kitchen, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and a 24-hour doorman. It is five minutes from the metro and 10 minutes from the beaches of Copacabana. Bonus: the average rate is only $ 39 / night.
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2 out of 10
Soak up the spectacular ocean views from this seaside apartment near the chic Leblon beach area. Located on the top floor of the owner’s house with a separate entrance (and no lift), the apartment has a bedroom as well as a sofa bed, air conditioning and an outdoor shower on the large terrace.
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3 out of 10
Whether you are a sun worshiper or a surfer, this room smack dab between Ipanema and Copacabana is a beach lover’s paradise. Take a nap in the hammock with a view of the mango tree outside, where you might spot a few monkeys playing. Host Rafael, who also lives in the building, is ready with plenty of recommendations nearby including restaurants, clubs, and surf shops.
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4 out of 10
This nicely decorated studio is one block from the metro and four blocks from Copacabana beach. Located in an art deco building in a safe and quiet neighborhood, the fully renovated apartment has a small but well-equipped kitchen, a rain shower and a balcony. You can rent bikes nearby using the BikeRio app.
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5 out of 10
With two bedrooms and a sofa bed, this Apartment Arpoador has plenty of room for large groups of travelers. Past guests have praised the apartment’s filtered water, strong wi-fi, proximity to the metro, and the helpfulness of host Paloma.
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6 out of 10
See what it’s like to stay in an art gallery at this artist’s studio in Copacabana, in an area close to the beach and the metro. It has a basic kitchenette, a seating area and a double bed.
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7 out of 10
This lush garden studio in the artistic district of Santa Teresa offers views of the city skyline. A local cell phone is provided as well as basic necessities such as soap and access to a laundry room. The hosts, a Brazilian-Canadian couple, recommend the nearby Parque das Ruinas and the beloved hangout Bar do Serginho, where you can drink capirinhas with the locals.
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8 out of 10
This Loft Leblon is so cute that it was featured in a local magazine. Host Richard calls the neighborhood the perfect blend of “chill n joy”, with a bucolic vibe and bars, restaurants, shopping centers, as well as the beach and lagoon just steps away. Past guests have noticed welcome treats like snacks, beer, and coffee, along with thoughtful extras like beach towels and local maps.
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9 out of 10
Spacious and bright, this whitewashed Leblon apartment has an efficient and spacious kitchenette (by Rio standards), a dining area, a bedroom with a large closet and a sofa bed. Host Claudio stocked the space with guides, an espresso machine, and snacks.
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Wall-to-wall and floor-to-ceiling windows provide this spa-like space a panoramic view of Rio, Guanabara Bay, Sugar Loaf Mountain and the iconic statue of Corcovado. Built by the couple of architects and designers who live downstairs, the apartment has a luxurious rain shower and a large bed from which you can admire the sunrise.
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