I stayed with 2 friends at Adam's place in Rio for 3 nights in total.

The house is located a bit far away from the center, but it's the heart of Rio you're going to experience if you stay in Santa Theresa. Lots of nightlife (restaurants, bars, cafés, shops etc) and easily accessible by public transport from the center and beaches.

We were quite stunned by the view from the bedroom in which we were staying. Corcovado on one side and Pao de Azucar with the bay on the other. I would recommend you stay there just for that.

Breakfast was included and could feed more than people than we were. Also, if you get a chance to taste Paulo's scrambled eggs, go for it.

Adam gave us great tips about the city (transport, markets etc.) and is very knowledgeable about Rio.