I spent 3 weeks at the flat during the Olympic period as I was working as a Volunteer at the Games.

Eventually, I ended up staying in a better flat the host (Naira) also has in Leblon and it is listed under her name on Airbnb.

Naira was fantastic at any time and she was very considerate offering me to stay in a better place from the one originally booked as she thought my husband and my five year old son were going to feel more comfortable.

The flat is in prime location in the Leblon area. No more than 5-7 minutes easy walk to the beach and the Lagoa. There is a metro station (line 4, Jardim de Alah stop) directly outside the flat. Safety was very important for me as I was finishing my work at the Olympics at midnight and security was never an issue.

The flat is ideal for three people. The bed and sofa bed are very comfortable. The flat has every detail you can imagine and the host even left some cake and juice for my first breakfast. Trust me, I greatly appreciated this gesture after a nearly 12 hours flight!

I will not hesitate staying in the flat again if I am fortunate enough to go back to Rio.

Staying at this flat with my family contributed to the success of my Olympic experience and added to the fond memories I have of once in a lifetime trip.

Thank you so much.

Laura