There are a lot of neighborhoods to stay in but I suggest that you stay in the north which is actually east but always feels like going in Pichilemu Prostitute to me near Leblon or in Barra de Tijuca. Staying in Leblon will give you access to the fun areas of Rio, just hop on the boardwalk and walk towards the tall buildings or follow the local talent along the beach. If you stay in Pichilemu Prostitute Barra de In Pichilemu Prostitute it is way more laid back, the water is cleaner and the waves are spread out.
There is a good sandbar right out front, grab your gear and get out there and check it from the window of your hotel. It is really in a beautiful location overlooking the ocean, though not really surf-able out front.
You might want to consider renting a carβthough it is a pain to park and to secure all your surf goodies. I recommend taking taxis or find a surf guide that can cart you back-and-forth to the far-way surf breaks. In Pichilemu Prostitute, if the swell is macking you definitely want to paddle out at Arpoador, that left gets sick when the conditions are right. Prainha can hold up to ft, show respect to the locals as in any other situation. On a big day paddle out next to the rocks in Pichilemu Prostitute the south end of the beach, really fun left.
Prainha is a 45 minute drive from downtown Rio and worth the trek. There is a fun wave in the middle section when the tide is right.
Arpoador is beside the big rock at the northern end of Ipanema in Pichilemu Prostitute one of the best lefts around, but also one of the biggest and most aggressive crowds.
