I found this to be a fantastic place from which to absorb brazillian culture, music, art, food and spiritually. I happily spent much time here instead of rushing out to see more sites of Rio. The location is perfect to wander around Santa Teresa from. Its clean, comfortable, fairly priced, relaxed, organised and informative.

I stayed for a weekend at Casa Aurea and I enjoyed it very much. It has a beautiful green patio where one can relax. The staff is extremely helpful and friendly. The only negative aspect is that the internet wifi connection was a bit unstable in the days I was there, but apart from this (temporary) problem, it's definitely a... More

My wife and I spent one full week in Rio de Janeiro in August at Casa Aurea in Santa Teresa and highly recommend it. Casa Aurea is a warm, relaxed and friendly place. The staff are interested, enterprising and helpful, but were never pushy or overbearing. There always seems to be at least one person who speaks English, and each... More

I stayed at Casa Aurea during the month of July for 10 days. The accommodation I stayed at was very modest and basic, although because it was located in a basement under the kitchen it was quite dark, with views of a construction zone, and no window in the bathroom (thus chilly in the evenings and morning). There was a... More

We stayed in July which is low season. Service is personal, pleasant and relaxed. Cornelius, the proprietor made us feel very much at home. We stayed in a room with shared bathroom, which was just outside our room and as it was quite quiet, we had it to ourselves. The pousada is in a great location in Santa Teresa, close... More

This place is really nice - set in the hilly surrounds and cobbled streets of Santa Teresa, it is a very welcoming hotel with an exceptional ambience and atmosphere. My room was clean, comfortable and nicely-furnished, with a good bed with mosquito net,a desk and en suite bathroom. Don't expect TVs, minibars, etc, it's not that kind of hotel. I... More

At Casa Aurea, there is a huge gap between what is promised and what is delivered, especially with respect to what is listed on Tripadvisor. Casa Aurea is a marginal lodging at best, appropriate perhaps for large youth groups and/or those on an extreme budget. It is totally inappropriate for senior citizens with heavy luggage due to the requirement to... More

This is a beautiful and extremely friendly and welcoming pousada in the heart of the stupendous neighborhood of Santa Teresa, Rio de Janeiro. There is a wide choice of rooms and prices, and a gorgeous and very cosy luxurious shared covered garden / patio where breakfast is served and guests can cook up their diner or hang out and socialize.... More

Very nice pousada in a classic, colonial ambiance, where we felt at home immediately after a warm welcome at arrival. Friendly and helpful personel, they'll do anything to satisfy their guests. Also the location in the area of Santa Teresa is worth visiting, there is so much to see. No doubt we will visit it again next time when going... More