I'm going to rate this Studio from A to F.
Note: With no working air conditioner, I will NEVER stay in this place during the summer months on an extended stay. He has a two fans but considering the window faces the inside part of the building, there was rarely a breeze coming through the window. the place get really hot.
Grade A
location
Even though there is no beach there is a Marina. The water is too dirty to go in. However, it is between several beaches and if you like walking thru 20 to 25 minutes away walking.... minutes in Uber. This location is near Leme, Flamengo, Copacabana, and Ipanema beach all less than 3 dollars by Uber. This place is center to many things from nightlife to anything really. The Mall is amazing.... there's so many restaurants and great prices. You don't have to cook at all. This place is safe as well...i walk at night all the time and I had no trouble seeing shady people. lastly, the Laundromat is feet away and is super convenient. Luiz place is great because the location is perfect to do many things.
A
Communication
Luiz is readily available to assist and he responds quickly.
A
other factors
I stayed 2 months here and highly depended on the internet. The internet did it's job and was happy for the most part. The water from the shower was incredible.
B
The apartment
Luiz needed to think about the person staying long-term. there was no cleaning supplies. yes he left plenty of cleaning products (liquids) but there was no mop, no extension cord (so before buying one i was stuck working at a particular spot and not near the work space he has because it was far from outlets. this will no longer be a problem for the next guest staying here.
This place is great for short and long stays. Furthermore, you will get you money's worth. However, I will never stay here during the summer months if the air conditioner is not working. The fan did it's part during the month of November but the moment it hit Christmas I was in a sauna. Considering my experience, would i stay here again? any season but summer YES and if the air conditioner works YES overall