Very stylish studio in private home in Santa Teresa suburb of Rio. Owners live downstairs. View of the city is spectacular. This spot would be best for travelers that have some familiarity with the city and, ideally, speak passable Portuguese. For all intent and purpose, travel to and from the unit is by car. It is definitely removed from the main tourist areas of Ipanema and Copacabana. The village center of Santa Teresa is cool and eclectic, but a 10 minute cab ride. There are no amenities within walking distance.