During the ongoing Olympics, many curious tourists from around the world have been exposed to the sheer natural beauty of Rio de Janeiro. Beyond the famed beaches, gorgeous mountains, and iconic landmarks, Rio is also well known for their favelas. These neighborhoods are home to extreme poverty and are often considered off-limits for tourists. However, for certain tourists, travelers looking for an authentic (and not to mention, affordable) experience in Brazil have sought stays in favelas by booking through Airbnb.
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For example, you can currently book a private room in an apartment in Rocinha, Rio’s largest favela. In this case, you would not be booking for the room, but for the magnificent view from the terrace (see above).
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For only $13 USD/night, travelers can get a room with 1 single bed, and place to spread out mattresses on the floor to make another bed. In addition, the property is a short walk to a bus stop where people can catch a ride to Copacabana and Ipanema beaches.
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Would you stay in a favela when visiting Brazil?
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5 comments
Yes of course. But don’t forget it really is dangerous.
Not a good idea
Let’s save a few bucks and get shot yeah good idea
Look at the bright side – at least if you get shot dead you will not get Zika! But on the serious side, the favelas are no more dangerous than the Olympic equestrian area where bullets have been flying.
I went there. Stayed almost near the top and after dinner 10 gay men broke in and banged me in the seat all night. They took my money and made me eat all their seeds. Then they left me bloodied and left for dead.
The second night was much better, only 8 men.