rio de janeiro is a large city that has many official and unofficial neighborhoods, from calm and residential areas, to touristic and frequented districts - amongst the most popular are the ones found in the famous zona sul and centro, where most visitors tend to go, making it a hotspot for housing establishments.

additionally, there are many areas where visitors can stay in and experience the extensive repertoire that rio has to offer - hostels vary in prices as well as amenities and advantages - typically the ones found outside the main areas can be more affordable, ideal for travelers on a budget.