The place is right next to everything you want. You can’t ask for a better location! Arpoador is easily the best beach, just make sure to put a little distance between you and the pedra. You’ll want to be closer to the Ipanema side but still in arpoador territory. The apartment is really solid. Not too fancy or over the top but perfect for us. I’m a carpenter by trade and noticed a few things that need fixing, but to most people and the untrained eye, I’m sure it would go unnoticed! Loved our time there. The value is decent. Not great but not bad, although we were there in January when it’s busier than most of the year. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.