Marcia was a terrific host! Her husband met our cab and let us in and showed us around. She checked up regularly by airbnb message to make sure everything was all right with the apartment.

When I stupidly lost the keys to the apartment by going into the ocean with them in my pocket, the doorman called her and she was there in minutes with another key. That made what was potentially a bad situation into a nice occasion to meet her and her daughter.

The apartment was just as specified, with air conditioning, a refrigerator, stove with a small oven (I didn't try it), microwave, coffeemaker, blender, etc. The place is a block from the beach with a good view of the beach (sixth floor, with elevator). The doorman is there 24/7 to let you in, so it is very safe and secure.

I would definitely stay here again if I come back to Rio.