We loved our stay in Ipanema. The apartment is brand new (exactly as shown in the pictures and description) and very stylish with a lot of thought given to the design and layout. It is very light and open plan, unlike a lot of properties in the area. It is based in the hustle and bustle of Ipanema but still felt very safe with the 24hr concierge. It is close to the beach and lots of really nice bars and restaurants. There isn’t a single thing I’d change about the place. I would highly recommend the apartment and would 100% stay there again when we next visit Rio!