Nice, clean, well appointed apartment in the heart of Ipanema, a block from the beach. Jose and his staff are very responsive and helpful and Luis the doorman is a kind, wonderful man who carried our bags up the four flights of stairs to the apartment when we arrived. Bed is good, ac works great, and the windows are pretty soundproof. Hot water and shower pressure are both kinda weak, but given all the crappy places to stay in Rio, this place is a well run gem in the perfect location.