We are so glad we found this apartment. After looking at all the hotel options we decided a quiet place of our own was the way to go. We booked at the last minute and had a 2am arrival. Rafael was fantastic and very accommodating. He was kind, helpful and the tips he gives you for your time in Rio are brilliant. The apartment is clean, comfortable, private and very quiet. We loved having breakfast on the deck with the family of monkey's. It really is in the best location between Ipanema and Copacabana, but across the road from the only bit of beach without the road running by. It is walking distance to everything and so easy to get around. The Astor near by had the best cocktails! This was the end of a long time traveling and we just wanted to relax. It was the perfect place to do it.