My husband and I stayed with Celia for 3 nights and it was fantastic! We first arrived an hour late at 1am and she made us a lovely welcome supper which was such a nice welcome after 12hrs of flying. During our entire stay nothing was too difficult for Celia - she helped us change fights, book taxis, gave us maps and suggestions, provided information for us and even made us caiprinhas! We don't speak a word of Portegese and she was so patient with us (thank goodness for Google Translate!).

The apartment itself is lovely, perfectly located to the beach and shops, and very easy to get around Ipanema on foot. The bedroom and bathroom which you have all to yourself are spotless. We found the bed and pillows very comfy, the internet is super fast and reliable, hot water (best we've had in all of South America). And the breakfasts - amazing! Fresh juices, coffee, toast, cheese, fruit - so delicious!

We were expecting a room in an apartment but when you stay with Celia you get a full B and B experience. We looked at staying in the hotels in Ipanema but so glad we decided on Celia's place - I would definitely sty with her again.