for carnival and new year, visitors should be ready to make a reservation at least 6 months in advance, as the best apartments will be booked up to one year ahead of time.

most apartments will have a 7 to 10 days minimum stay requirement for carnival and new year - higher prices are the norm for these periods - residents living close to some of the most popular blocos, or carnival street parties, should bear in mind that this precious holiday will have lively revelers dancing and celebrating well into the night.