Guesthouse Bianca

Rua Murtinho Nobre, 35, Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro, CEP 20241-050, Brazil – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>95</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.8
Scored 9.8
Exceptional
Rated exceptional
95 reviews

Thank you Guido and team! My family really enjoyed the stay at your place in all aspects and we clearly recommend the place. A great alternative to stay in Rio and perfect calm alternative to the busy neighbourhodds of Copacabana and Ipanema.

Timo Brazil
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Guesthouse Bianca

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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 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

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

Breakfast info

Continental

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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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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Rio de Janeiro
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  • Timo
    Brazil Brazil
    “Thank you Guido and team! My family really enjoyed the stay at your place in all aspects and we clearly recommend the place. A great alternative to stay in Rio and perfect calm alternative to the busy neighbourhodds of Copacabana and Ipanema.”
  • Frahimi
    Germany Germany
    “We would like to thank Guido He is an amazing host and we enjoyed our stay and our conversations with him a lot. This was my fifth time visiting Rio and in all my visits I said … once I would love to stay in Santa Teresa. Guesthouse Bianca is...”
  • Callender
    United States United States
    “Breakfast was excellent. It was generally more than we were able to consume.”
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

9.9
9.9
Host review score
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

Facilities of Guesthouse Bianca
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Laundry
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Desk
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Fan
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French
  • Italian
  • Portuguese

House rules

Guesthouse Bianca takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 22:00

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 room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Guesthouse Bianca

  • The prices at Guesthouse Bianca may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Check-in at Guesthouse Bianca is from 14:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Room options at Guesthouse Bianca include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guesthouse Bianca is 1.1 miles from the centre of Rio de Janeiro. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guesthouse Bianca offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Guests staying at Guesthouse Bianca can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental