Rio is a big city. Taking a stranger you have just met back to your home or hotel room is the easiest way to become a victim of violence. You don't want to put your valuables or your life at risk (see safety), so do like Cariocas do, and invite your new friend(s) to a sex hotel instead!

If you need any excuses, say that your hotel does not allow unregistered guests (which may well be true). Or say your straight brother is sharing the room with you, or that your friend has a major hangover that asked you to give him a break... Once you get acquainted with your new friend you may have a laugh or two over this.

Sex hotels are conveniently located in gay-friendly areas, and you pay a reasonable rate for a period of 6 hours or less. Sometimes locals call these properties motels, though a motel is supposedly more sophisticated -- you may park your car, and some suites have a private pool, Jacuzzi or sauna. Sex hotels and motels are not gay-only venues, and you may well have to wait for your room sitting across from a straight couple in the lobby. Enjoy the moment. You will find below a pocket list of with a few sex hotels that are popular with gay men. (Read more)