Being a soulrebel 

means living a life aligned with your values.

In the hills of Rio de Janeiro, I tried to build that life for myself.

Come and join me.

— Juliane, host & founder

soulrebel rio is my home in the Atlantic Forest — a private house in the hills of Santa Teresa where the forest comes through the windows, Rosy cooks plant-based food from scratch every morning, and Rio de Janeiro reveals itself slowly, the way it should.

I'm a cook, an educator, an author, and a mother. I opened this house to people who travel to feel, not to tick boxes. Whatever brings you here — a room for the night, a cooking class, a retreat for your group, or just curiosity — you're welcome at my table.

Come as you are. Leave nourished, inspired, and renewed.
Retreat with us. Live like a Rebel.

Stay

A private loft with a jacuzzi and panoramic views. Four suites surrounded by forest. Breakfast by Rosy every morning. This is not a hotel — it's a home, and you're a guest in it.

Learn

Cooking classes rooted in Brazilian food culture — fermentation, cacao, flavors you won't find in a recipe book. I teach because food is how I understand the world.

Retreat

For facilitators and groups looking for a private home in Rio — I move out, you move in. Vegan catering by Rosy included. The whole house, entirely yours.

Meet Juju, founder of soulrebel rio

I'm originally from northern Germany. I came to Rio de Janeiro in 2017 and never really left — not because I had a plan, but because sometimes a place chooses you.

I have a degree in History, a Master's in conflict mediation, and years of teaching behind me. I write about Brazilian food culture. I raise my daughter in the forest. And I run this house with the same philosophy I try to live by: slowly, intentionally, with good food at the center of everything.

  •   Wir haben Weihnachten in der Loft von Juliane verbracht und hätten keinen schöneren Ort dafür wählen können. Die Ruhe war nach einer langen Reise genau richtig; auf der Terrasse unter... read more

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    12/26/2024

      Un'oasi di pace nel caos frenetico di Rio. Juliane e il compagno sono stati magnifici host, la casa ha un suo carattere, non è il solito luogo per turisti. Se... read more

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    3/01/2024

      We had a wonderful stay at Juju and Ari’s place
    The flat is beautiful. It is a quiet and peaceful place, perfect to relax while visiting Rio.
    Special... read more

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    12/30/2024
  •   This is the most special place I have stayed - a perfect place for a retreat to rejuvenate, write, reflect, enjoy, heal, expand. Juliane is amazingly helpful and open... read more

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    11/28/2024

      Wow, what an amazing loft high in the hills of Santa Teresa. The place has a wonderful jacuzzi tub and a beautiful Portuguese-tiled pool. Amazing views of Rio and surrounded... read more

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    12/30/2022

      The place was beautiful and Ari was very welcoming and helpful. The dogs were super cute as well! Muito obrigada!

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    6/25/2024
  •   This place feels just like a dream! Wonderful view, wonderful hosts, wonderful bed. Thanks for everything! 🙏🏻✨

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    4/29/2024

      Adoro locais com personalidade. Esse tinha muita. Amei demais relaxar na minha própria companhia nesse lar.

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    3/06/2024

      Amazing loft with an incredible view on Rio Center. Julianne & Ariel are very nice hosts. A bit far from touristic areas and places to visit but good location to... read more

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    4/07/2023
  •   Peaceful place to be

    thumb Chris
    8/13/2023

      Awesome place, extremely friendly host! Must visit if you are staying at santa teresa! Would definitely go back.

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    12/31/2023

      Such a beautiful and unique place. My wife and I loved the stay. Vegan breakfasts are the best ones I tried in my life, I think. If I had someone... read more

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    1/13/2024
  •   Myself and my son had a wonderfully relaxing stay and I would definitely come again and recommend to my friends.

    Julianne is an incredible host who genuinely puts... read more

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    8/03/2023

      Juliane foi ótima, super atenciosa!
    O espaço é igual da fotos, super charmoso.
    Não dá para ir à pé para o centrinho de Santa Teresa, é ideal... read more

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    5/13/2023

      O espaço tem realmente uma vista incrível e uma acomodação maravilhosa. Vale muito a experiência!

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    6/16/2024
  •   It really is a peaceful, safe, and comfortable place to lay your head at night. And the BATHTUUBB!! 😭🙌🏾 It was wonderful. Well worth the stay. Two things to be... read more

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    1/05/2024

      This is not classic pay-per-sleep place. This is a place where you come as a stranger and leave as a friend. What makes difference are people. Juju and Ari have... read more

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    9/10/2023

      Amazing private loft with an incredible view! Juliane and her husband were kind and welcoming. Juliane was great to talk to and provided great recommendations! Puppies were super cute and... read more

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    2/10/2025
  •   Sehr toller Aufenthalt!
    Wenn man etwas Ruhe vom Trubel in Rio brauch, genau richtig!
    Super schönes Loft!
    Gerne wieder!

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    4/10/2023

      Juju is literally one of the best hosts I’ve ever had. She hand makes the vegan breakfast- from the milk to the jam and baked goods. She also super friendly... read more

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    2/26/2025

      If you're looking for a place to stay in Rio to enjoy the jungle and replenish your soul, this is the place for you. Juju has created a beautiful home... read more

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    10/05/2023
  •   Quem chega pelo aplicativo Waze tem um pouco de dificuldade de encontrar o local, visto que o aplicativo não o identifica corretamente. Melhor utilizar Go0gle Maps.

    Juliane é... read more

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    3/05/2023

      We had such a fabulous time at Juliane. We did not want to leave. We were welcomed ever so warmly, the place was truly magical and it was a cherry... read more

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    5/03/2025

      I spent a week in Rio, partially down in Ipanema and the remainder up in Juliane's place- I got a taste of two different flavours of Rio. If you are... read more

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    10/27/2023
  •   One of the most enjoyable airbnb trips! Warm welcome of Juju and her family, delicious healthy breakfast and tastefully decorated loft with an incredible view made it for an wonderful... read more

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    8/20/2024

      Minha estadia foi perfeita. Consegui estender mais um dia nesse lugar incrível que super valeu a pena. Vim com a minha cachorra, que amou e conseguiu aproveitar muito a casa... read more

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    12/01/2022

      Juju’s place was absolutely stunning- we had a very lovely stay- thank you so much!

    thumb Allegra
    3/17/2023
  •   Muito bem recebida. Local maravilhoso!

    thumb Eduarda
    4/21/2024

      Juliane’s place is very idyllic and peaceful, would recommend if you want to go on a retreat and get away from the chaos of the city. We really loves the... read more

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    9/03/2023

      Juliane était très sympathique et toujours réactive, c’est agréable. Le petit déjeuner vegan en supplément est très bon.
    La localisation est un peu excentrée mais la vue du balcon... read more

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    1/20/2024