Don't let the outside appearance of the building put you off, this is a great find, good price, and overall good place to stay. I was worried when the cab drove up because it looked like a worn out building. But the email instructions I received a few days in advance with the door code to the building, guest house floor, and room, was clear and precise. The guest house is on the 2nd floor (3rd for Americans) and as soon as I entered into the kitchenette area and then to my room, I was very pleased. The room was small but more than adequate, with private bath with a large shower. Everything worked and was clean, with daily maid service. There are six private bedrooms with private baths and a shared kitchen with a small refrigerator, microwave, and hot water electric kettle. The wireless was the best I'd had on this trip. I never saw staff, but when I called the 24-hour phone number provided, I got an immediate response and the service I needed (e.g., scheduling a cab for the airport for my departure). You have to be able to walk up/down stairs carrying your own luggage. If you cannot, this is not the place for you. If you can, then this is a great find. In one direction, it is two blocks from the Praca Do Comercio and in the other direction, its two blocks from a happening place in town with lots of restaurants and clubs. And, you're a couple blocks from the water. Directly in front of the it is a stop for the cable cars. Buses, cabs and tuk tuks are close by.