A nice location about 8 blocks from Ipanema beach (about 10 minutes depending on how quickly you walk). It was hot here but the aircon worked well. Anileda and other folks in the apartment, especially Eduardo, were very nice. (I was sick for a few days but they checked on me.) There are a couple of supermarkets nearby. Other issues: safe location, ok to use washer, good wifi. I recommend Anileda's place in Rio.