We LOVED this apartment! We got so much more than we bargained for or expected. We were met by our driver even though our flight was an hour delayed, no problems and taken to the apartment to meet our hosts who welcomed us to Rio very warmly! We were also supplied with more than enough filtered water as well as wi-fi and everything is exactly as in the pictures advertised - everything you need, only a few blocks from the beach and very central to a supermarket and various bars & restaurants in Ipanema. Very safe to walk around at night and really the best way to stay in Rio and amazing value for money with great safety and freedom to come and go as you please. I strongly recommend this apartment!