My friend and I visit Rio de Janeiro for work 2-3 times a year. We prefer to stay in Ipanema because we are familiar with the area and have our favorite restaurants like Galitos, Koni, File do Lira and Bar do Beto within walking distance. We can get fresh Acai from almost every corner. There are a lot of local shops, banks and grocery (Zona Sul) too. Valeria's apartment is the best location for what we were looking for. It is in the heart of Ipanema and yet only a few minutes away from the beach. The apartment was very clean, the check-in was easy and the door men were friendly, courteous and helpful. Valeria answered all our questions promptly and her suggestions were all useful. We highly recommend Valeria's apartment for families, friends and colleagues looking for a comfortable place to stay while enjoying Rio de Janeiro.