I totally loved this super fun, fantastic place. It is full of color and unique character. The upstairs bedroom and loft area is magical, with a wonderful private balcony right off the bedroom. It's centrally located in the heart of Ipanema, but away from the street and extremely private and quiet. I slept very well. Some perks that were a big plus for me-- the water filter in the kitchen saved me dozens of plastic water bottles, and the consistent steady hot showers! It is very common in Brazil to have a little electric water heater right in the shower head (really) and they tend to be tricky and I spend half my shower adjusting the water temperature, but these bathrooms have an actual external water heater, so the water pressure and temperature were strong and steady. The hosts are sweethearts, very professional and responsive, also warm and friendly. I would gladly stay here again!