I loved my stay at Paulo's place. The location is out of the touristy area and quiet, with many good restaurants at affordable prices down the canal, but at the same time a nice walk to the sites. Water taxi stop nearby. The room was quiet and clean, I was worried about the mosquitos re. the comments of others, but there was only one that I heard/saw, and with earplugs it did not bother me too much. You can hear the people in the room across, but it depends on how consciousness they are. I stayed four nights and had three sets of guests, the first went to bed pretty early but I could hear the snoring, the second got in at 4am which was frustrating, but the third set was quiet. If you are a light sleeper, bring ear plugs. Shower was fine, it is of an old style and I think it's electric, just turn it off when you shampoo. Bed was nice and firm, and linen was clean. Adjustable heat (I had been worried about this), but it was warm and comfortable. Top!