Johnny’s place has just as much flair as the pictures show, and the location is fantastic for beach access, restaurants, and shopping. It is definitely a party-ready apartment, whether you are entertaining or not! Well stocked with wine glasses, a selection of beer/wine/bottles (mini bar style), and lots of fun artwork and party lights. Some of the lights and speakers didn’t work (or we couldn’t figure them out), but there was plenty of ambiance to be had with what did! The building is also nice and well secured, with friendly 24 hour doormen - all critical for Rio.
Johnny was flawless with communication and response time and made a very wise choice in enlisting Eliana to check us in and help manage the place. She was fabulous - extremely friendly and attentive, and made us feel right at home. She was also there to check us out and managed to get us an airport taxi at a flat rate of 50 Reis on very short notice.
Given the urban environment, it was not surprising that there is a fair amount of street noise that filters up at night in the back bedroom, and some audible in the master bedroom as well. Earplugs would be recommended for anyone who is noise sensitive. There was also construction going on in the apartment upstairs, which was outside anyone’s control, but was definitely audible during the day inside the unit. That said, there was no issue with us playing music and videos on the sound system at any hour, and generally having a great time.
Overall, a fantastic stay and great home base for living the good life in Rio. Would definitely stay here again!