Guesthouse Bianca

Beautiful house, amazing view, nice location in the heart of Santa Teresa and amazing hospitality from Guido. Breakfast is amazing too!

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Die Unterkunft ist wunderschön und hat eine super Lage in Santa Teresa. Vor allem die Aussicht aus dem Zimmer auf den Zuckerhut ist toll. Guido ist ein sehr hilfsbereiter und freundlicher Gastgeber, der uns wirklich gute Tipps gegeben hat. Das Frühstück war auch ausgezeichnet.

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La maison est splendide, les chambres et salles de bain ont à la fois du charme et du caractère. Le petit déjeuner est délicieux et servi sur une terrasse bucolique. Mais ce qui est vraiment exceptionnel c'est l'accueil et la gentillesse de Guido.

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La gentillesse des hôtes, la maison incroyable et incroyablement décorée, le quartier. Tout !

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Guido es un amor. Te hace sentir realmente en casa y la casa es precios

Zentrale Lage mit guter Anbindung; traumhaftes & ruhiges Grundstück; sehr netter und zuvorkommender Gastgeber; exzellentes Frühstück. Ein kleines Paradies in Mitten von Rio.

una casa bellissima e accogliente. Una vista pazzesca sul pan di zucchero. Guido ci ha dato degli ottimi consigli ed è sempre stato molto disponibile e gentile.

This was our second stay at Guesthouse Bianca. Such a special place! The house is gorgeous with absolutely beautiful interiors, a lovely garden and amazing views from our room. We loved breakfast on the terrace every morning. The hosts are such lovely people, super friendly and interesting to talk to. They even let my parents use the room well beyond checkout when their flight back to Europe was delayed.

Tutto. La casa di Guido è davvero fantastica, con un giardino meraviglioso, opera d'arte e dettagli curati ed eleganti. le camere bellissime, bagni luminosi e grandi. giardino e patio per fare colazione bellisismi. Guido è stato gentilissimo, ci ha accolto con il sorriso ed è stato un host fantastico.

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This guesthouse hotel is a gem. Full of character, perfect location and wonderful staff. Would return in a heartbeat.

It is not just an accomodation, it is a piece of art with very warm and welcoming host Guido. Since the very first moment we knew we were in a special place which we will miss and remember forever. The rooms are beautiful, views are amazing. The neighbourhood is safe with lots of nice people. A few bars and restaurants with a true hint of Rio give you an unforgetteable experience. Thank you!

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Es war ein toller Aufenthalt. Unser Gastgeber ist ungemein zuvorkommend.

Le logement est extrêmement bien placé entre les escaliers selaron et le début du quartier santa teresa. A 50/, vous avez le bar du coin, où tous les habitants se retrouvent. C'est très convivial et le lieu propose certains soirs de la musique. La maison est juste magnifique et profite d'un point de vue sur le pain de sucre superbe. Nous avons pris la suite, les vitraux dans la salle de bain sont magnifiques.

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Difficile de résumer ce lieu en quelques mots. Cette magnifique maison coche toutes les cases de ce que nous aimons : un lieu atypique, d’une beauté architecturale rare. Remplie d’objets de décoration chinés. Un petit déjeuner hors norme préparé avec soin par Guido. Si savoureux. Si beau. Et Guido : notre coup de cœur du séjour. Toujours présent, prêt à rendre service, attachant et attentionné. Merci Guido pour tout ce que vous avez fait pour nous ! L’emplacement est fabuleux. Proche du centre de Santa Teresa : le lieu où je vous conseille de séjourner.

great food, location, staff, cleanliness of the room. great views. beautiful house.

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Accueil excellent de la part de notre hôte Guido dans sa magnifique maison de maître au charme fou. La maison se situe sur les hauteurs de Santa Teresa mais on gagne le quartier de Lapa en 10 minutes à pied et en toute sécurité. Très belle chambre parfaitement équipée avec une magnifique salle de bains. Excellent petit déjeuner également. Parfait en tout point de vue, nous recommandons vivement.

Mooie villa centraal in Santa Teresa. Betrokken eigenaren. Fijne kamer met balkon.

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This was such a lovely period house with preserved original features. Beautiful tiles and crafted wooden floors. We had a large balcony with a view over Rio below us. The hosts were very kind to us- they accommodated us very early after our night flight and helped us settle into Rio. The breakfasts were really fresh and generous- with fruit juices, fruit platters and eggs. Santa Teresa is slightly further away from the main tourist sights but it is a relaxing and peaceful area with stunning views. We still ate out every night in Botafago, Urca, and Ipanema. Ubers were super reliable and cheap- it would only take 20mins to these areas so you could still come home after a day’s sightseeing and relax before dinner. Santa Teresa has a few restaurants, bars and coffee shops so we also had a couple of local afternoons. There is a little local bar on the corner with live jazz music where we often finished our night after dinner in the beach areas. There was so much bird life and botanicals around us as we had breakfast. Gloria metro station is 10-15min walk in the day but Ubers worked out so well that we never did this at night.

I guess it was a little further from some sights and quieter in the evening- but we loved the relaxed atmosphere. As I said, Ubers took us everywhere and didn’t cost much more than public transportation- especially for 2 of us.

Loved every bit of our stay. Very central and safe location in Santa Teresa. The house is both outside and inside beautiful and decorated with taste. Guido is a wonderful host who informed and entertained during our breakfasts on the patio.Would definitely recommend to anyone going to Rio!

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Lieu magnifique, et hôte avec un souci du détail qui rend l’expérience unique.

Staying with Guido and Francisco in their beautifully redone colonial home was an honor - one of the highlights of our trip. Their kindness, attention to detail, recommendations and cheerful, laid back demeanor were just wonderful. The house itself is gorgeous and our room extremely comfortable, with stunning views and a balcony for practicing yoga or relaxing in the hammock. We also appreciated the daily room cleaning and drinking water refills. We truly felt at home away from home. The breakfast on the patio by the garden was also perfect. We already knew we love Santa Teresa and this stay made it even more special.

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The breakfasts were delicious and beautiful; excellent fresh fruit and homemade juice. The hosts of the house were wonderful! Beautiful gardens surrounded the patio sitting area. I would highly recommend!

Guido est un hôte attentif et très aimable. Son accueil est à la hauteur de la beauté de sa Pousada. L’établissement est tout bonnement merveilleux. Décoré avec goût, son calme et sa beauté nous on fait, le temps de quelques jours, nous évader du quotidien. Un havre de paix !

I had excellent and warm communication with Guido well before we arrived. Our holiday felt almost like staying over with a friend. The location is extremely convenient -if walking and exploring is your thing....you can walk in minutes to the Selaron Steps or the Parque das Ruínas (recommended), with spectaular views. The property is much more than a a hidden gem, and the magical in many ways, with a glorious mango tree, and orchids and a wide array of plants. The breakfast was simple, nutritious and very satisfying, with attention to what you may need in the morning. Loved the art, marble steps, colonial decor and breathtaking views. I even got to bond with Bianca - the snow white gentle dog!

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Eine absolute Perle in jeder Hinsicht! Die wenigen Zimmer sind alle individuell und liebevoll bis ins Detail eingerichtet. Die Lage in Santa Teresa ist für das laute Rio sehr ruhig, der Garten ist üppig und sehr schön gepflegt. Guido und Chico betreuen ihre Gäste höchst aufmerksam, diskret und gleichzeitig offen und auskunftsfreudig. Der Hund Bianca ist die ruhige, elegante Dame des Hauses. Genau so möchte man Ferien machen. Herzlichen Dank für alles!

Fantastisches Haus. Allerbeste Bewirtung.

Wonderful experience at Guesthouse Bianca. Both Guido and Francisco were exceptional hosts. The breakfast was made to order with a good choice of fresh fruits. Lots of walkable eating options nearby, and its a short uber ride to many tourist areas like the Cathedral, Celeron steps and the Museu do Amanhá.

Tout a été parfait en commençant par l’accueil, le confort de la chambre et sa propreté. La maison a beaucoup de charme et la décoration soignée Nous avons adoré les petits déjeuners et les bons conseils de Guido

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An oasis a few miles away from central Rio . Beautiful enclosed garden and pretty terrace. Lovely wooden floors , art deco styling and appealing art work.

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Absolument tout!!! Guido et Francesco sont des hôtes d’exception, sympathiques et attachants, qui offrent un service digne d’un 5 étoiles, et la maison est une œuvre d’art en elle-même. La maison est dans le quartier de Santa Teresa, avec un accès très facile au métro « Gloria » pour rejoindre le centre d’Ipanema et les autres quartiers de Rio. Le petit déjeuner est incroyable. Bref, un vrai écrin de paradis dans une ambiance luxueuse et apaisante.

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To listen to the birds through the window in your morning while being in the middle of such a bustling city is so calm an amazing. And at night, you cna just walk to a street with lots of bar, some with live music, all very local. Lovely. And the owners are the best, super nice. The house is spectacular, i felt like in the Rio of the 70s..

The only bad thing is distance to Ipanema/Leblon beach to me, which with traffic can be over 40minutes but for a change, i absolutely loved it, its good to live Rio from there, and not always stay near the beach.

Qualité de l’accueil et propreté. Charle et décoration exceptionnelle

La climatisation est un peu désuète

En super dejlig oplevelse at få lov til at bo hos Guido. Alt lige fra den varme velkomst til morgenmad og værelser var af fin kvalitet. Der er en dejlig atmosfære præget af ro og vi nød hvert et minut vi var på besøg. Huset er fra 1930 og er smukt istandsat med oprindelige glasmosaikker og smuk kunst på væggene.Bianca ligger meget tæt på Parc de Ruinas som er et smukt udsigtspunkt over Rio. Gode restauranter i gå afstand. Du skal selvfølgelig være opmærksom som overalt i Rio, men vi følte os ikke utrygge på noget tidspunkt. Den lokale kombinerede købmand og bar var en oplevelse, samt at få et lokalt indblik med en dejlig musikoplevelse med det lokale samfund. Vi skulle efterfølgende bo på Fairmont, så dette var en dejlig mulighed for at komme væk fra centrum og føle den lokale stemning.

Établissement très propre Accueil chaleureux, au petit soin Un vrai petit havre de paix dans un quartier magnifique !

En période de carnaval, les Uber mettent plus de temps à accepter des demandes trajets vers santa Teresa

Our host Guido from the start accorded us the warmth and hospitality one would expect from a close friend or family. The accommodation is a grand home built in 1932 with an enchanting private garden that you can view from the veranda during your delicious breakfast. The neighborhood is cobblestone and on a hill, shielding the property from traffic and noise. Our room was spacious as was the bathroom with fridge, minisplit Air Conditioning and a comfortable bed. We will return!

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Das ganze Haus ist wunderschön mit vielen künstlerischen Details eingerichtet. Die Zimmer sind groß und haben alles was man braucht. Die Lage des Hotels ist ruhig aber super zentral. Der Gastgeber Guido ist außerordentlich - grandioser Service - selten so einen guten Service erlebt! 100% Empfehlung ♥️

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Hotel de charme, Guido, un hôte fantastique très belle accueil petit déjeuner extra,emplacement parfait a santa Teresa Merci encore !! Superbe place 😃

Guido and Francisco are incredible hosts. The property could not be more perfect. You really feel at home. My room was beautiful especially the pink stained windows. The room has a hammock which I enjoyed very much after walking a lot. Breakfast delicious and plentiful. I cannot wait to go back to this place. Highly recommend it.

Everything is perfect!

Une villa et un jardin pleins de charme dans un quartier proche du centre (taxi ou uber nécessaires car les pentes sont très fortes). Proximité de restaurants variés. Petits déjeuners délicieux sur la terrasse. Un accueil exceptionnel (Guido parle toutes les langues ou presque !). Bref une maison d'hôtes inoubliable.

Es war einfach wunderbar! Das Haus ist eine kleine Oase mitten im großen Rio. Wir wurden umsorgt vom sehr sympathischen Eigentümer Guido, der uns auch wertvolle Tipps gab, ein Taxi bestellte usw. Die Einrichtung ist sehr geschmackvoll (wir hatten das große Zimmer ohne Balkon mit einem riesigen wunderschönen Badezimmer mit Blick zum Zuckerhut) und man fühlt sich wie zu Gast bei Freunden.

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Amazing villa in a lovely neighborhood with a beautiful view. Everything was clean, comfortable, and well maintained. The hosts were incredibly hospitable and welcoming.

My wife & I stayed at Guesthouse Bianca twice: over two consecutive weekends, with a trip to Salvador in between. Quite simply, we loved it. First of all, Guido & Francisco are wonderful hosts with lots of fantastic advice on what to do in Rio! Santa Teresa is a wonderful neighborhood for exploring music, food, shopping & culture. The guesthouse itself is lovely. We stayed in two of the four rooms. One had a terrace overlooking Sugarloaf Mountain, including beautiful sunsets. The other was more like a small suite with bed, couch, and humongous bathroom with gorgeous stained glass windows. The breakfasts were incredibly yummy & served on the lush garden terrace. Lastly, when we mentioned our late evening flight home, Guido generously allowed us a late checkout... so helpful. We highly recommend Guesthouse Bianca!

The location was in the bohemian district of Rio and was safe to walk around day or night and was within walking distance to attractions and cafes and restaurants. Our hosts were very friendly and breakfast was healthy and delicious.

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It’s very historic and in beautiful condition

It’s a little difficult to get to, but I knew that

La vue, le style de la maison, et Guido qui a été adorable, très attentionné et nous a donné de supers recommandations. Le petit déjeuner était également très bon. La maison est très bien située pour visiter la partie nord de la ville.

Guesthouse Bianca is a hidden gem perched in Santa Teresa. We especially liked the location, the beautiful building and facilities and the peace and quiet we had in a big city. Plenty of restaurants and bars and also street art too. The local park has great views over Rio. Breakfast on the terrace was a highlight too - we even had hummingbirds for company. Guido was an excellent host. He gave us lots of information and was especially helpful in organising transport etc. He had pride in the Guesthouse too. At the same time he was not intrusive. Just the perfect balance.

Nothing to mention. Everything was great we wouldn’t change anything. The neighbourhood appears to be a bit shabby, but it is a lively example of Rio life including the street music (which we enjoyed).

Everything, the location, the ambience, the size, the balcony, the breakfast, the staff, Guido, Bianca, the gorgeous garden. A fabulous oasis of calm away from the madness of Rio down below.

My own stupidity for not booking a longer stay.

Extraodinary nice historic setting and very pleasant host & service

Nothing to complain

Belle et élégante maison dans le quartier de Santa Teresa, entourée d'un très beau jardin. L'environnement est calme même si la maison se trouve tout près des restaurants et des centres d’intérêt touristiques du quartier. L'accueil de Guido, qui parle parfaitement le français, le petit déjeuner excellent, servi dans le jardin. Ça serait un vrai dommage aller à Rio sans visiter, et rester deux ou trois nuits dans le quartier de Santa Teresa, bohémien, et dynamique. La Guesthouse Bianca est un excellent option pour sillonner le quartier.

We like absolutely everything about the property. Guido was a wonderful and helpful host. Breakfast each morning on the terrace was a delight. The location was excellent with many dining choices within a few minutes walk. We stayed a week and would happily have stayed longer.

Our experience was faultless and a truly great introduction to Rio.

J’ai apprécié l’hospitalité des hôtes et leur sens du service en amont de mon voyage (j’ai posé plusieurs questions au propriétaire sur des visites que je voulais faire et il a pris le temps de se renseigner et de me répondre précisément) et pendant mon voyage (recommandations de visites , de restaurants, réservation de taxi…) . La maison est ancienne et pleine de charme, elle incarne tout à fait l’esprit du quartier de Santa Theresa qui est calme , authentique et bohème. Le petit - déjeuner est servi dehors sur le patio donnant sur le jardin (jus de fruit frais, œufs cuits selon notre souhait, fruits frais , céréales, yaourt, tranches de dinde et fromage etc. La connexion Wifi est bonne . Notre chambre disposait d’une terrasse, grande hauteur sous plafond, de quoi suspendre ses vêtements, un bureau, produits de douche de qualité . Pas de moustiques et nous n’avons pas eu d’inquiétudes en termes de sécurité pendant les 2 jours de notre séjour (nous sommes allés et venus à pieds un soir vers 20h/21h dans un restaurant du quartier situé à 10 minutes en faisant attention à ne pas exhiber notre téléphone ).

Tout était parfait , de petites rénovations pourraient être bénéfiques mais c’est aussi le charme de cette maison ancienne que je recommande totalement et où je serais ravie de revenir

Nous avons passé un séjour incroyable dans cette maison. Dès notre arrivée, Guido et Francisco nous ont accueilli chaleureusement. Ils ont été bienveillants et avares de recommendations pour découvrir la ville. Notre chambre était bien décorée et propre, avec une vue imprenable sur le pain de sucre. La literie était confortable. Le petit déjeuner était fait maison et très bon (jus de fruit frais, fruits, yahourt, œufs…). Merci encore pour cette expérience, je recommande d’y séjourner.

Guido was a magnificent host. Breakfast was superb in a beautiful setting. Charming house and location.

The property was beautiful and peaceful. Guido and Bianca were the best hosts ever!

Il soggiorno presso guesthouse Bianca non avrebbe potuto essere migliore di così. La villa è una vera oasi di pace nel trambusto di Rio, arredata in stile art nuveau e con un magnifico patio presso cui fare colazione - il risveglio inizia con il suono degli uccelli che circondano la struttura, la colazione propone succo di frutta tropicale, yogurt, frutta, granola, caffè, torta al cocco, formaggio e petto di tacchino. A richiesta (gratuitamente) anche uova. Guido parlava perfettamente italiano, e ha fornito preziosissimi consigli sulla città. Eravamo gli unici ospiti della struttura e gratuitamente ci ha offerto un checkout tardivo permettendoci di sfruttare il comfort della camera fino a sera tarda. La camera è spaziosa, pulita e con un grazioso terrazzo con vista sulla città e sul pão de açúcar. Il pagamento é da fare in contanti (come richiesto su Booking), ma Guido ci ha fornito una soluzione alternativa in modo da evitare di ritirare una tale somma di denaro.

Wir haben uns 2 Wochen lang in dieser außergewöhnlichen, stilvollen, ruhigen, liebevoll eingerichteten Villa sehr sehr wohl gefühlt. Das Frühstück war perfekt und so lecker und mit Liebe hergerichtet, dass man gar nicht vom Tisch aufstehen wollte. Es ist eine kleine Wohlfühloase in einem ganz tollen Stadtteil mit vielen Bars und Lokalen. Guido ist ein zurückhaltender und doch präsenter Gastgeber. Vielen herzlichen Dank für die wunderbare Zeit in deinem Haus.

Für uns 2 leichtgewichtigen Frauen, waren die Matratzen ein klein wenig nicht weich genug. Das fällt aber erst nach ein paar Tagen auf 😉.

Top accueil, très bon petit dej, très jolie maison avec très beau jardin . Propriétaires toujours disponible et de bon conseil. Quartier très sympa 5 jours vraiment très sympas. Merci encore Guido et Francesco

La Maison Bianca est tout droit sortie d’un film de cinéma. Du romantisme, du bohème et du brut! La décoration est choisie soigneusement, qui accompagne et définie l’ambiance de la maison. Chaleureuse et artistique.

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L’accueil des hôtes est excellent, la villa est magnifique, le lieu est calme, reposant et bien situé. C’est un vrai plaisir de découvrir Rio de Janeiro en séjournant ici.

A beautiful house with fabulous garden. Views of Sugarloaf mountain from bedroom balcony. Nice touches - good hairdryer, robes, honesty bar. Breakfast was divine - fresh juices, fruit, yoghurt, toast, eggs. Owners were super friendly and helpful and Bianca the dog was the calmest loveliest canine companion. Santa Teresa is a fab location away from the bustle of the city but not too far away.

Some taxis don’t take fares to top Of hill but didn’t in on niece us too much

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Beautiful guesthouse, would highly recommend. Guido was so welcoming and as a solo traveller i looked forward to my daily chats with him over a delicious breakfast on the terrace.

The Bianca is sort of like a private museum (but a VERY comfortable one!) brought to life: a gorgeous colonial-era mansion perched on a Santa Teresa hilltop with balcony views with chairs, a hammock, and views looking out to the sea, offering spectacular sunrises/sets. The interiors of the home are colourful, with exceptional art on the walls and inviting seating areas to be enjoyed while light music by Ella Fitzgerald and other greats wafts through and out onto the patio, where a fresh and varied breakfast is served between 8 and 10 am daily. It’s a very quiet and safe location, too, with the bustling heart of the area just a few minutes’ walk away to shops & restaurants and a major tram stop. The home’s gardens are lush and colourful, alive with hummingbirds and other birds as well. Guido and Francisco were the most helpful and accommodating hosts and made our stay an absolute joy. We will be back and we’ve already told our friends, “You MUST come with us or stay here on your own trip to Rio!” What an absolute treasure the Bianca is, and all for a very reasonable price. This place is a real gem!

For us, there is absolutely nothing we could find fault with.

Homely feel and proximity to restaurants etc

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Guesthouse Bianca is a beautiful large house, decorated with style and love in the Bohemian arts area Santa Teresa. Guido and Fransico are great, taking care of you and giving you tips on Rio de Janeiro and even getting up in the middle of the night when you have to leave for the airport! The rooms and bathrooms are large and mine had a balcony overlooking the iconic view of Rio. I certainly will be coming back here!

It was a wonderful stay in a beautyful location with incredible lovely hosts. When the stay was over, it feels more like a farewell then a Check-Out. Dont miss out on Santa Teresa!

Perfect short stay in Rio. Our hosts were wonderfully welcoming, their house and gardens simply beautiful. Gorgeous breakfast set us up perfectly for a lovely walk around Santa Teresa, with stunning views from the look out at the park at the end of the street. I wished we could have stayed longer.

Everything! It’s a beautiful property in an amazing location. The hosts are absolutely wonderful and super helpful. The breakfast was wonderful. Highly recommend to anyone considering staying here :)

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10+ experience, beautiful property, beautiful hosts, made us feel so welcome. Very calm, chill experience, an oasis. Do not hesitate book here.

This place is absolutely amazing! It has a unique atmosphere and an incredible vibe that makes you feel right at home. The host is super responsive and welcoming, always ready to help. The location is perfect—right in the heart of Santa Teresa, just a short walk from Parque das Ruínas. If you’re looking for a stylish and cozy stay with a true local feel, this is the place to be!

Very helpful staff and owner

The breakfast was fresh and delicious. The location was close enough to everything but far away enough to be peaceful. The owners are extremely kind and thoughtful and the space was beautiful, clean and well curated.

Great location in St teresa old town. Easy to walk around and wonderful restaurants and shops

Wonderful historical mansion that is beautifully restored. Guido was a fantastic host & we enjoyed our stay. Quiet & great views as well. Loved the architectural building/ park up the street - a must see!

I think a dresser in our room would help. I needed more drawers- otherwise everything was top notch.

Location, aesthetic/style, host, view, balcony, breakfast :)

It is home away from home that you’ll find in Rio. Charming guesthouse with beautiful garden and the most welcoming people. Comfortable, clean, safe, and located in the nicest neighbourhood of Santa Teresa. One of the best experiences I’ve had ❤️ very grateful to Guido and Francesco 🙏❤️

The guesthouse is situated in a nice area of Rio called Santa Teresa. Very close to the Selaron steps, Parque de la Ruinas (amazing place) and Lapa. The hosts, especially Guido made sure that I had everything, from organising an early breakfast to allowing to rest at the guesthouse after my flight (which was early in the morning) when I arrived before the check in time. I enjoyed having conversations with Guido about the events going on in Rio. The room was wonderful - spacious with a very big bathroom and bedroom area. Santa Teresa neighbourhood is quite artsy, there are local shops and restaurants within walking distance.

Ubers sometimes cancel. It's not the most popular with taxis because the guesthouse is located quite far up the hill. There weren't any supermarkets close by, the only options were to go to a restaurant to have lunch or dinner.

The property was quiet and beautiful and in a really good area to get around. Guido was so helpful throughout our entire stay and made everything accommodating and gave suggestions.

Nothing I didn’t like

Guesthouse Bianca is a beautiful historical victorian villa located in Santa Teresa, Rio. It is very well designed and decorated with taste, the atmosphere is unique and The kindness of the owners is exceptional.

Guido is an exceptional host who goes out of his way to make his guests feel at home. His guesthouse is beautifully designed with tasteful decor and tile work throughout. The artsy neighborhood of Santa Teresa with its cobble streets and opulent mansions of times past has a unique vibe. We loved our stay!

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The owner and the whole staff are very friendly and the owner also gives a lot of advices and recommendations on what to do in Rio and also how you can get there. One can feel that a lot of love is put in the house to make it the comfiest it can get. We loved everything about the stay and would always again come here and enjoy this little paradise.

We absolutely loved the property, a tastefully decorated 1930's villa in Santa Teresa. It was luxurious and yet still homely. The owners live on the property and take good care of it. The garden was stunning and an excellent quality breakfast was served on the beautiful patio each morning surrounded by the lush garden. We had the room with a terrace and a view of the Sugarloaf mountain and the bay. Our host, Guido, was very friendly and helpful and made us feel at home right away, The location was excellent to visit the Seralon Steps and the city centre and to do the historic tram ride as it is in the heart of the quirky, arty and historic Santa Teresa district.

There is a steep climb back to the accommodation if you go anywhere. It is best to take an Uber or a taxi to get back to the accommodation after a day of sightseeing.

We had an amazing stay at Guesthouse Bianca.  It is a short walk from the local bars and restaurants, the bedroom and en suite have all the space you could need and all for an affordable price, that helps you to pad out your budget. OK, it doesn't have a pool but you're most likely in Santa Teresa to see the local area rather than lounge around, in any case. I can't speak highly enough of our hosts, who also made us a wonderful breakfast each morning, and were extremely generous about our late checkout.