This is truly an exceptional apartment - from the floor to ceiling wall of windows that turns the living room into an open balcony to the city, to the rooftop breakfast and lunch dining with panoramic views of the beach, and the lagoon - it's 5 star all the way. The location is a block from the beach, and close to grocery, restaurants, and all Impanema has to offer. The host is responsive and welcoming, and can only hope that I am back in Rio soon so I can stay here again!