Mario was the perfect host and showed me around the real Rio. He likes to get up early and get on the bike which is his preferred mode of transport. He will take you to the best Acai in town and introduce to some of the best restaurant deals per kilo. Mario s place is quite lively with lots of interesting people stopping by and also normally a fellow traveller in the other room. He is also only one block from the beach so very convenient. Internet speed is awesome and he has a back up if required.