My stay with Isa and Paolo was my first time using Airbnb, and it was a positive experience. The quality of the accommodation was good, and the hosts were very friendly and hospitable. The house is located in the residential part of Santa Teresa, which was a change for me after staying for two days at Copacabana. It's of walking distance to the restaurants and cafes within the district, and is close to other interesting areas like Lapa, Praca XV and some museums.

The room was clean, comfortable and spacious, and with the house located on top of a slope, it was also a peaceful environment. There's wifi and breakfast is good. There's also a very likeable dog.

I had some interesting chats (and even a dinner outside) with Isa and Paolo about Brazilian life and society, and they were also genuinely interested in learning about other cultures, all the while sensitive about leaving the guest time for himself to get out to do sightseeing.

Paolo was especially helpful in making recommendations for food and places of interest, and even helped me look up transportation details for my next destination on the internet.

I'd highly recommend staying with them!