This place is quirky and fun.
The space you'll stay in is pretty much one large room with lots of beds, a small kitchen area and a spacious bathroom. It's great for a group that is comfortable with each other, because there isn't a ton of private space. But it's charming, cute, and great for travelers on a budget. Also, the upstairs with the pool and view is just spectacular!
The location can be a bit of a trick - when it's rainy, Uber drivers don't accept rides up the hill because it's slippery, or because there is a comunidade nearby. But eventually we were able to get rides. I would recommend this place to a savvy traveler or Portuguese speaker, but it might be harder if you're not confident in Rio.
Also, it is quite loud on weekend nights because there is an all-night party in the street right up from the Airbnb. Not a huge issue for us, but for light sleepers it might be a bummer.
Marcelo and Isabela are amazing hosts - both very gracious and generous. They helped us a lot when someone we were traveling with had a family emergency and we had to alter our plans. It's a lovely place with sweet vibes! And the price, especially divided by a family or group, is just fantastic. For my group, it was perfect.
Thank you!