Guesthouse Bianca

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.8
Rated exceptional

Staff

10

Property highlights

About this property

Located in Santa Teresa just 1 km away from Glória Subway Station, Guesthouse Bianca features tropical gardens and views to Rio de Janeiro’s Sugarloaf Mountain. Breakfast is included and free Wi-Fi provided throughout. Several restaurants can be reached in a 10-minute walk, and a supermarket is conveniently located 2 km away. Each guestroom features unique decoration and comes with bath towels and bed linens. Air conditioning and a ceiling fan is provided for all rooms. Guesthouse Bianca is 1 km from Lapa District, 5.6 km from Corcovado Mountain, 20 km from Galeão International Airport and 3 km from Santos Dumont Airport.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Breakfast

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Continental

Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

Jelena
Germany Germany
“The guesthouse is absolutely beautiful. Our room was spacious with everything needed for a comfortable stay. It’s the ideal place to come to rest after spending the day in the vibrant city of Rio. The room was cleaned daily and was perfectly...”
Maria
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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...”
Rebecca
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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.”
Yvette
Netherlands Netherlands
“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...”
Mr
Germany Germany
“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!”
Sarah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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...”
Griselda
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“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 :)”
Daria
Russia Russia
“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,...”
Debra
United States United States
“Great location in St teresa old town. Easy to walk around and wonderful restaurants and shops”
Katherine
United States United States
“Location, aesthetic/style, host, view, balcony, breakfast :)”

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Guido

10
Host review score
Guido
Guesthouse Bianca is one of the only places in all of Rio de Janeiro from which you can enjoy a true bohemian neighborhood, the bustling city center, the infamous viewpoints, and the non stop Lapa’s nightlife - all from the luxury of a private home surrounded by a tropical garden.  The newly renovated home was built in 1932 and is located on a quiet residential street in the heart of Santa Teresa, considered by many to be the most charming cultural and historical neighborhood in all of Rio.  Guests are only a 5 minute walk to countless restaurants, bars, shops, bus and tram stops, and just a 10 minute walk to Rio’s ever expanding metro system. The three rooms are exquisitely appointed and furnished, two of which boast stunning views of the Bay of Guanabara and Sugar Loaf mountain.  Guest's entrance is through the lush garden, where you can find mango, coconut and goiaba trees, bromeliads, orchids, not to mention countless tropical birds and the occasional monkey. All of the three bedrooms have elegant private bathrooms, inlaid hardwood floors, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and free wireless Internet. They are located on the second floor, access by stairs.
Guesthouse Bianca’s gracious host, Guido, is a native Cariocan and has lived in Rio all his life.  He speaks English, French and Italian and is always available to give tips on Rio.
Santa Teresa, or just Santa, as it’s affectionately known by locals, holds a special place in the hearts of Cariocans. The colorful winding streets and stairways, the passings of  Brazil’s last surviving antique wooden trams, the stunning colonial and eclectic mansions, castles and museums, the numerous cafes and restaurants that buzz with music and people at all hours - paint a picture that is unique from any other place. It is not hard to see why charming Santa Teresa is not only considered by most to be the cultural and historical heart of Rio, but is also the favorite of the intellectual and artistic elite.

 Nestled on a hillside above just 5 minutes by tram from Rio’s city center and premier party destination in Lapa, Santa Teresa boasts spectacular views and to the sea, bays and mountains.  It also neighbors the hills that are home to the renowned Corcovado and the biggest urban forest in the world - one of the reasons why it often enjoys cooler, fresher air than most of Rio. Santa Teresa is truly a refreshing oasis of charm and culture inside the city center.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,French,Italian,Portuguese

Property surroundings

House rules

Guesthouse Bianca takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 08:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The property accepts only cash as payment for your stay. Payment is accepted in BRL(Brazilian Reals - local currency).

A full prepayment deposit by wire transfer is required for all big event periods, bookings of two (2) or more rooms or stays of seven (7) or more nights.

The property will contact you after you book to provide wire transfer instructions. Please inform Guesthouse Bianca in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Please inform Guesthouse Bianca in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.