Twice now we have stayed at O Veleiro, and we will return again and again! The atmosphere is relaxed and quite tropical and the place is always well-maintained and spotlessly clean. The area is safe; one can feel safe walking in the area as a tourist but it still feels like staying with old friends in a neighborhood environment. The... More

The staff make you feel welcome since the first confirmation mail we received. The house is great, in a quiet and safe neighborhood, pretty close walking from the Corcovado and the Sugar Loaf and even closer to buses that take you to all the places you want to go when you are in Rio. Our room was confy, the breakfast... More

The location of this B&B offers the best of both worlds, in that you are in an interesting, safe, authentic, residential area, yet are a 20-40 minute walk to the metro, the Christ Statue, and Sugarloaf. The area does suffer from some noise from aircraft and barking dogs, but it is very tolerable. The hosts are friendly and the rooms... More

Lovely hosts, relaxed atmosphere, very comfortable and in a great location to explore all the sights. Beautifully nestled on the hill-side giving you an experience of country in the middle of this fascinating city. Thank you for making our first trip to Rio such a memorable one! Soren & Bradley

If you know very little about Rio and even less Portugese - you will be in great hands here! Rob and Richard really go out of their way to make your stay comfortable and help you make the most of your visit. Their fabulous breakfasts are a great way to start the day. The atmosphere is welcoming and the rooms... More

We have stayed at O Veleiro while ago, but it was the best pousada we have stayed in during our trip to Brasil. You actually feel safe there, despite Rio's opinion... The location is awesome for those who like walking: Urca, Coppa, Ipanema and Christo are all within reasonable distance. The hosts were as helpful as you could think of,... More

I recently stayed at O Veleiro and i was so impressed by there beautiful home.It is in a quiet residential neighborhood and has a great view of Botafago.It is a very comfortable walk to the Metro and than you are quickly able to get to either the Historic Centre of Rio or the seductive beaches Coppa or Ipanema.Rob & Richard... More

You just have to stay at O Veleiro whether travelling alone, a couple or as a family. It's so well situated away from the hustle & bustle of the city. A short walk down to Botafogo centre & cabs cheap if your not up to the walk. I stayed with Rob & Richard in their lovely home January/February during my... More

The poussada is located near the top of a very quiet and safe hill. It really was completely safe to walk down the hill. The house was well decorated and charming, overall clean and the view in rio quite amazing. The hoss were very nice too. Some minus of the place: - some noise due to the planes passing near... More