If you're an American...San Diego Hotel is the best place for your money. Clean and located in walking distance to the central market and shops. Great restaurant on property. Staff is beyond friendly and professional. Very accommodating. The only thing i didn't like was the breakfast. It was the same thing with not much variety. But I'm not a breakfast guy so I wasn't bothered too much by that. There is a place only steps from the front door of the hotel that has the best acai. If you don't know what that is...try it and you'll be hooked. A small walk away is a mall. But the best is the central market about two blocks from the hotel So very cool and everyone is super friendly. Now the big question...Is it safe? There's some homeless about but that's everywhere these days. However, I think Valadares is very safe! Obviously, you stay in the central areas but that's anywhere you go in the US. Valadares is full of energy and always people on the move. Things close up early because Brazilians value their family/home time. If you're a visiting American.... stay at the San Diego hotel for sure. You won't regret it. Perfectly located to enjoy all Valadares has to offer.