The location was good between the ipenema and coco cabana beaches. The apartment was extremely old, needs much updating. Thought it wasn't worth the amount of money I paid. Even though the building has security, my husband was robbed of his gold metal and chain from his neck as he entered the secured gate!Also some punks faked a "rush" on the beautiful beach so they could chase out the tourists and rob them. First and last visit for us to Rio. Too dangerous!!!