Whatever I say, I cannot do this place justice with just words... so you'll need to experience this place and the surroundings for yourself to know what I'm talking about.
First off, i was able to get super quick responses about the booking and confirmation of the booking within minutes- which was super appreciated seeing as though I confirmed the booking 5 hours before I was due to arrive. If the replies had been slow then I would have had to book a hotel at the last minute.
The place houses around 3 or 4 guest rooms, meaning it feels intimate and you only really see a few people around in the mornings when breakfast is served. My room, exactly as advertised, met expectation and was very comfortable. I didn't want to be the typical tourist that got a hotel downtown or by the beaches, instead I wanted to be up in the hills and surrounded by the natural beauty and the views to the ocean but also surrounded by the real pulse and energy you feel from the nearby Favelas Pavao- Pavaozinho and Cantagalo. I read previous reviews so was aware the music was going to flow from there over the weekend/ night time and it didn't disappoint- if you like that style of music which I do. With the window shut at night you don't hear a thing, but I slept with the window slightly open to enjoy the beats and rhyme well into the night.
If you plan to walk around then you'll need to be reasonably fit due to the hills and steps up to the accomodation.- otherwise uber are always availible and relatively cheap. Even though it's by a Favela I felt safe, even at night, but that said don't let your guard down if you are thinking of heading into the favela. Ipanema and Copacabana beaches are also within walking distance which was the other selling point for me.
Lastly and the best for last, it should be noted that the management team were really so friendly and so accommodating. Bruno, Jardel and Issac were really helpful and did their best to make you feel comfortable. Although I was alone on this visit the place had a good energy and the people I met (visiting) were also very nice people so didn't feel isolated.
Would definitely recommend....