My stay in Katia's apartment was excellent. It's located in Leblon, likely the best neighborhood in all of Rio. The beach is only a few blocks away, there's many restaurants and bars nearby to go for lunch or a night out. Nearby metro provides easy access to the rest of the city. There is a nice and modern mall located right around the corner for anyone who wants to go shopping. The apartment building feels secure and the concierge will take care of your keys when you go outside. Inside of the apartment you will find everything for a comfortable stay: a good night sleep on a bed, a nice couch to relax on, an amazing view out of the window, kitchen and bathroom stocked with all of the necessary supplies. Everything was nice and clean, I felt right at home from the moment I set my foot in the apartment. Katia is a great host who went above and beyond to make my stay at her apartment be amazing. She responded quickly to my questions and concerns. I highly recommend!