Staying at Frederico's and Marcela's is not just the central hilltop location of Santa Teresa, nor is it just the unparalleled view, but it's the wholistic experience of having a home in Rio. This is what the entire staff provides: a home base in the exhilarating and unpredictable city that is Rio De Janeiro. I highly recommend staying here but I also recommend trusting the staff to give you tips on how to make the best of your stay. I already await my return.