Claudia’s place is awesome. It is clean, stylish and close to Ipanema beach. Claudia is an excellent host and gave us VIP treatment all the time. She was very helpful and gave us many tips about the places to go and things to do. Her apartment backs favela Cantagalo, but it is a safe place; within days I learned that it is a safe area/location; I didn’t experience any issue here. I was also told by many people that no one leaving here has ever had any issue. I didn’t experience any problem going out and coming back home at any time of the day. It was a very safe and pleasant stay for me and my family.