Amelie s place is great : Santa Teresa is the best place to stay in rio, it is full of charm and Amelie s place stands just close to bus connections to go to the centro or lapa, also not far from the subway to go to copacabana, ipanema, etc. we stayed there 3 nights for our second time in rio and would definitely return here ! Check in and out is easy thanks to the maid who is here permanently, and the house has a fantastic view and is full of charm. Above all, Amelie is really a great host, very welcoming, she gave us many tips and we had a wonderful time chatting with her. We will recommend her place for sure !