While not quite what I expected, I would stay there again in a heartbeat. The home is located in a favela that is being revitalized and provides a taste of Brazilian culture that hotel dwellers will never experience. Our safety concerns were short lived and after a few minutes we were quite comfortable with our accommodations. I would describe the home as a hostel with clean private rooms and baths. We met people from several countries during our brief stay. A good breakfast was provided each day. Easy walking distance to the beach and to various tour operators for the major tourist attractions.