It was so nice to stay somewhere safe, clean and pretty with GREAT breakfasts in Rio and just round the corner from the lovely Bar do Gomez. We enjoyed it so much that I knew it was the best bet to recommend to my parents when they were coming to visit us on our South America trip. They had a... More

My wife and I stayed at Casa Cool Beans on our honeymoon, and we loved it. Lance, David, and Sergio are awesome; they will help you find cool things to do every day of your stay. The rooms are great, and the location in Santa Teresa is ideal. The neighborhood is really interesting with a bunch of nice people (and... More

We stayed with Casa Cool Beans in April and it is a very professionally run poussada, with excellent breakfasts (up with the best we had in South Amercia!), clean rooms and bathrooms and friendly staff, including of course Lance and David. They make a concerted effort to chat to each and every guest over breakfast to ensure that you can... More

We are so glad we chose Casa Cool Beans for our stay in Rio. Lance and David couldn't have been more helpful. We were met at the airport and they made our stay so memorable. Great room with balcony and those breakfasts were terriffic. Every monring they gave a briefing, suggesting places to go or if you have an itinery... More

Yes, it is listed as a B'n'B but it is really more like a hotel. The service is splendid and since the owners lives at the place, you always feel you have someone to call if something was to happen out in the city. The owners Lance and David really put their hearts in this B'n'B and offers advice to... More

We had a great time at Casa Cool Beans. My wife and I had been to Rio in the past and wanted to explore a different side of the city. Santa Teresa and Casa Cool Beans were the best possible choice. Your hosts are wonderful and interesting people that treat you like family from the moment you come. They recommended... More

I am not nomally keen on B and B's but chose Cool Beans because of the rave reviews and we were not disappointed. Nothing was too much trouble, airport pick-up was organised, our room was fabulous and the ensuite perfect. Breakfast on the terrace beside the pool, sight seeing trips from their local guide (2 half days were ideal), very... More

Loved the hosts,they gave us many tips, good recommendations and a good feeling. Beautiful place and great window view, excellent location and the breakfast was the best!!! More

This place was the highlight of our trip! The wonderful hosts , the excellent breakfast , the ambiance and the location - all contributed to make our stay perfect. Thanks again , guys and keep up the good work - we would be back ! More