Staying at Manuela's place was a wonderful experience! Excellent and beautiful location, completely renovated building that hasn't lost a bit of its charm. I didn't find it noisy at all, though I didn't open much the windows. Manuela leaves earplugs for you anyway if you wish! It's really close to the Metro and historic Sao Bento train station. Beautiful boutique shops around, Manuela's shop is absolutely fantastic and a place to buy original gifts to take back home. I was worried I'd feel cold, as forecast said it was going to be, so Manuela went and bought a couple of amazing heaters, which I didn't need much in the end, as the weather ended up being wonderful! Excellent plus the towel heater in the bathroom. One of the best airbnb's I've stayed in.