The location is excellent. Right next to the Metro and just two blocks from the beach. Restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, and bars are all within a two minute walk. The neighborhood is very safe, I had no problem walking alone at night. The pictures accurately reflect the apartment. Everything is clean, in working order and the WiFi is fast and reliable. The building has a 24 hour doorman, gym, swimming pool and daily cleaning service. Vinicio is a great host, very flexible and responds very quickly to messages. I highly recommend this apartment and will definitely contact Vinicio the next time I'm in Rio.