We spent four days at Axel's house. The house is at the entry of the Favela Pereira, which is a very calm and safe favela in Santa Teresa.

From the house the view is breathtaking on Pao de Açucar and the bay. The room is simple and comfortable.

Alex is a very nice person, a good host, and an experimented guide in Rio.

Highly recommended for an authentic experience of Rio away from the more touristy Copacabana and Ipanema.