Beautiful flat, funky area with lots of little places to eat and grab a drink. Fascinating views over the city, plenty of graffiti around, 15 minute bus ride to Lapa (to dance and have fun) and Gloria where you can take metro to Copacabana, Ipanema and Centro. The maid, Lua, is extremely friendly and helpful and you can get by with a google translator, the dog is adorbs and very playful. 99% recommended as the only slight discomfort was about the taxi, they frequently get lost so make sure you keep an eye on the road.