We had a great stay at Casa 48. The view is the best view you’ll get in Rio, and the atmosphere was chill and welcoming. They gave us a lot of tips and were always there to help us if we had any questions. The guesthouse is a 15 min walk from Santa Teresa’s main area with a lot of nice restaurants and a short uber ride to Lapa with good nightlife. We felt safe in the area and we’ll definitely stay at Casa 48 next time we’re in Rio:)