great location in Santa Teresa with very helpful staff and good restaurant. Very nice breakfast.

Stayed in August 2025

The hotel is in a lovely villa in the fantastic neighbourhood of Santa Teresa. We also enjoyed the view during our breakfast. The staff was very helpful in managing our check-in before 8 am. We will surely come back!

Stayed in August 2025

Great selection of breakfast upon order! With a magical view.

Stayed in July 2025

Had to buy drinking water

Great neighborhood, fantastic rooms, lovely facilities and food.

Stayed in July 2025

We loved our stay, it was wonderful

Stayed in July 2025

When we arrived we had couple of hurdles - our bed sheets were not clean, full of beach sand (they were changed for nice and fresh ones the next day). We also didn’t have warm water in shower, since the hot water valve was closed. We needed a lot of time to figure this out and could not get support since there is no staff at the hotel after 20h and they also do not respond to texts after this hour (this I would put forward as a biggest cons of the hotel). Also the hotel location is not at all quiet at the weekends - the location of the hotel itself is really in a quiet street - but you get a lot of noise during the weekend nights from the parties in the Santa Teresa neighbourhood below.

Really great location with picture perfect views of Rio! The hotel’s courtyard, restaurant and pool area are beyond beautiful, even nicer than on pictures. Staff is very kind and food in restaurant (open Wed-Sun only) very tasty.

Stayed in July 2025

- not possible to enter hotel very early in the morning after we landed in Rio

- beautiful hotel with nice view - friendly staff - amazing breakfast

Stayed in July 2025

Amazing boutique hotel with a view

Stayed in May 2025

Castelinho is a peaceful escape in the middle of Rio. It’s quiet, full of nature, and you wake up to birds singing. The view is amazing, and the whole place feels calm and relaxing. Perfect spot If you’re looking for rest, beauty, and a break from the busy city!

Stayed in May 2025

Slightly out the way for me but still lovely

Great views and pool

Stayed in May 2025

Having originally booked for two days, the staff helped me to extend my stay with four days so I could attend a wedding nearby. The rooms were cleaned thoroughly each day. Excellent breakfast and lovely pool. I will definitely come back when in Rio.

Stayed in April 2025

The location was bit secluded on a hill which made some taxi drivers refuse a ride to the hotel.

Incredible staff, super helpful and kind! Wonderful views from the pool. great food!

Stayed in March 2025

What disappointed me a bit was the restaurant. Before arriving, I had looked at the restaurant’s profile and imagined having dinner there, drinking a cocktail by the pool, etc. Breakfast wasn’t served before 8:00AM (which is a bit late if you’re going on an excursion in the morning), the poolside bar doesn’t operate at all and the restaurant only works until 7:00 PM. The atmosphere outside was quite oppressive, there was no music and you really didn’t feel like spending time there, even though the terrace is beautiful with a perfect view. A great potential, but unfortunately unused.

The property itself is perfect, considering it has been renovated and restored. The architecture and design of the old part of the hotel are breathtaking. The room is very spacious, comfortable and clean. Location is amazing! We just looooved Santa Teresa. The staff at the reception is extremely polite, approachable and always ready to help.

Stayed in March 2025

Hot! But had air conditioners!

Comfortable and elegant! Beautiful view

Stayed in February 2025

The breakfast was exactly the same each day, it was great, but it might be improved with a bit more variety between days.

The pool and the view from the pool were great. Two of the reception staff were wonderful and couldn’t be more helpful.

Stayed in February 2025

The room was big, but felt a little "empty". Hence, there could be some more pictures on the walls, pegs for towels etc.

Very nice location, Spacious room and very nice pool with sun beads. Very nice view. The location is very close to the main square of Santa Teresa and the area felt very safe

Stayed in February 2025

Nil really. AC could have been better but this is due to shutter style windows. It still worked well with all doors closed. It’s a shame the pool bar and restaurant not more up and running but suspect it will be soon.

Gorgeous and very large room (called Santa Teresa). Perfect for basing self in Santa Teresa. Lovely breakfast. Amazing pool !

Stayed in February 2025

Good area, very nice hotel. We can recommend this place.

Stayed in December 2024

Nothing

Style and decor

Stayed in January 2025

Pool is pretty. Great views. Lovely staff

Stayed in January 2025

Great breakfast, lovely staff

Stayed in December 2024

Vibes

Top !

Stayed in November 2024

Probably the only downside is that cabs are a little difficult to get. One night I was waiting for a long time in Botofogo for an uber to take me back up into the winding streets of Santa Teresa - it happened eventually. The hotel is nice, but very quiet. It did sometimes feel a little lonely. It would be nice to feel more bustle and lived in, but I was only there for 3 nights and super busy the whole time so who cares.

I arrived into Santa Teresa alone on a business trip. My room was a delight with large balcony doors and a tropical feeling. I could have laid in my room all day because it was so lovely. This is a lovely part of Rio, full of character and charm. Breakfast was amazing. I loved it. They accommodated me being GF which was amazing. I got a cab every morning and night to town (or other). It's fine so long as you book ahead. The drivers were all nice. It was easy to get around. One day I walked into the village of Santa Teresa. It's a short walk down some steps to the cafes and bars. I felt very safe- no problems. It is a lovely village and a fun feeling. I would recommend it. I would have liked a moped to get around really.

Stayed in November 2024

Incredible location, unbeatable view! Gorgeous swimming pool and rooms, kind helpful staff.

Stayed in November 2024