Ladeira de Santa teresa 113, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, CEP 20241-140, Brazil
#9 of 201 B&Bs and Inns in Rio de Janeiro
Guests' ChoiceBased on 33 B&B reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.4
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.5
Staff
9.9
Value for money
9.4
Free WiFi
8.7
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Reviewed: 22 September 2024
Marija
Bosnia and HerzegovinaAll was perfect!
Every single thing. Everything was amazing.
Stayed in September 2024
Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Maaike
Canadathe only downside for the location is the fact that you need to be able to walk up steep roads and stairs. All houses, including this lovely B&B have stairs.
The breakfasts swerved were delicious and plenty full. Loved the servings of fresh local fruits. There are many areas , in the house, so sit and relax including a pool to cool off. The hosts were very helpful in providing tourist information. The location in Santa Teresa was perfect and close to restaurants , the famous Escardia Seleron and tram.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 April 2024
Hanna
GermanyWonderful house with a welcoming atmosphere. Beautiful Space to start discovering Rio.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Joshua
United KingdomTo get to the property you had to walk up an extremely steep hill or the famous steps so it was very strenuous to do every day multiple times a day in 35 degrees heat with backpacks.
The host and the staff were absolutely excellent. They were so helpful and really went above and beyond. They helped us order Ubers and told us the best restaurants to go to and attractions to visit. They were the best hosts we have ever experienced
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 22 February 2024
Mihai
RomaniaWe spent a wonderful week at Casa Igba, a place where I felt at home and like at a museum at the same time. A tastefully decorated place with paintings, many books and areas to relax. The host is very nice and helps you with any information you need. In addition, it can recommend more than the touristy places to visit, such as local art galleries. The location is nestled in a bohemian neighborhood, and the view over the city is very beautiful.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 13 February 2024
Daniel
United KingdomAmazing place, beautifully decorated in a nice neighborhood just a short walk from Santa Teresa. We felt safe. Great value stay during Carnaval, breakfast was beautiful, nice variety and the rooms were extremely comfortable, highly recommend!
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 26 November 2023
Marit
Bonaire St Eustatius and Saba-
Great location, the house is super cool looking and I loved our loft bed (not so convenient if drunk or pregnant I suppose haha). The host is super friendly and helpful and he recommended a list of some great Brazilian music artists to us after we showed interest. They also did our laundry for free which was super nice! We especially loved the breakfast! It was amazing! And the music really adds to it :) Going up the hill was a bit of a workout so be prepaired for that. Would love to stay again!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 18 November 2023
Sarah
United KingdomNothing!
Guilherme, the owner, was brilliant- he made us feel right at home and really looked after. He gave us lots of helpful information about the local area, and a highlight was breakfast- it was delicious, every day! Guilherme was also very accommodating with us with our check in time and doing breakfast earlier so that we could eat before going out early for a tour. Our room was spotlessly clean, and the aircon was great. We loved the view from our balcony and also from the roof/outside areas. The house was arty and interesting, and we enjoyed meeting other travellers over breakfast. We also didn’t have any issues with safety in this location.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Meredith
AustraliaNothing. But I would recommend the large (red) room.
Gorgeous historic casa in the lovely location of Santa Teresa in Rio. Plenty of downstairs room to use as well as the bedroom. There is one large bedroom (‘the red room’) with double bed and wonderful views. The other 3 rooms are small with single beds, some with one bed up on a mezzanine. Very nice helpful owner who speaks good English.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 15 November 2023
Adrien
FranceNothing
This place is really a little paradise in Rio. All is clean, commun parties are very welcoming. The terrace is lovely, The view is beautiful. Owners welcome you in a simple but very nice way, they make all to for your stay to be a good moment. Charming people. Special mention to the delicious breakfast. I’ve been to several hostel in my life, this one is really on my top 3. You could come to Rio just for Casa IGBA! Just be aware that it’s nearly at the top of a harsh slope, so if you are not at least a bit fit, you will struggle to climb.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Kemran
AustraliaIt was very stylish. Beautiful decor, unique layout. Great view. Lovely people who owned & managed it.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 23 February 2023
Kasdaug
DenmarkThe house is located up a steep hill, so a bit of climbing is required. During the festival, the taxi drivers did not really want to go up there unfortunately.
The house is filled with a happy and friendly vibe from everyone. Great host, very good breakfast, comfortable rooms, lovely view over the city, a pool and clean cold water available for free. I can only recommend this place, and if we return to Rio, we will come back here again!
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 20 February 2023
Lucy
United KingdomWhen traveling back at night I would advise taking an Uber as it is a little distance from the metro
They are so friendly and it is a beautiful property with great views and an outdoor area.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: 29 January 2023
Tonio
Germany-
Very nice location, a little and hidden paradise inside Santa Teresa. Delicious breakfast. Very friendly owners
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 12 January 2023
Glenn
New ZealandWe didn’t stay long enough.
Amazing place to stay with amazing views of the city and nice and close to the nightlife happening in Lapa. the bed was huge and super comfortable and the hosts were lovely.
Stayed in January 2023
Reviewed: 1 August 2022
Jade
NetherlandsFor us everything was wonderful. It is good to note for people that are not steady on their feet that the house is on a very steep street and has stairs and a mezzanine level in the room. For everyone else we totally recommend to stay here if you want to explore the Santa Theresa area.
It is like staying with family. The hosts are very friendly and accommodating and have great knowledge about Rio and Brazil. Guilherme arranged a cab for our early morning flight but drove us himself when the cab did not ring back when he double checked in the morning. They even provided us with breakfast in the middle of the night. Location is also perfect: right next to Escaderia Scelarón, trendy cafés and restaurant in 10 minute walk uphill. Feels safe especially if you are not alone. From the terrace you have an excellent view on Centro area and the house itself is really beautiful and you are allowed everywhere on the terrace, living room etc. Beds were good quality.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: 26 April 2022
Pim
NetherlandsVery helpful and welcoming owner and his wife made the stay greater than expected! The photos in Booking are not representative: in real life, the rooms and hotel look better!!
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: 22 April 2023
Barbara
Czech Republicrooms clean but very simple
the friendly atmosphere, like in a family
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: 6 January 2023
Suman
Germanysince the property is located on a hill, you have to either walk the selaron steps to get to it or the taxi has to drive uphill which can be tricky during rain.
very nice location, just a block from the famous painted selaron staircase. the owner was very nice and helpful with a lot of information and helped in arranging a taxi. they opened their kitchen so I could warm my food and help myself. the house is very nice and artfully decorated. the breakfast was very nice and sumptuous with fruits, juices, breads and coffee etc.
Stayed in December 2022
Reviewed: 14 June 2024
Klemen
SloveniaThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Rushmi
United KingdomThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 4 April 2024
Peter
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 21 March 2024
Clémence
FranceThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Mary
United StatesThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in February 2024
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