This apartment is in a great location to Ipanema beach as it’s only a short walk away. There are plenty of places around to eat and to get some provisions too. I would suggest walking a little further away to find some cheaper and less expensive places to eat that aren’t aimed at tourists.
The apartment itself is small but has all you need to survive if all you want to do is stay on the beach all day. My only criticism would be, and it is really small, is that there were a few things that needing sorting out. Like a cupboard door hanging off and no proper ventilation in the bathroom. Again, these are just small things and didn’t affect my enjoyment in Rio at all.
Maria is a great host who is very obliging and communicates well. All in all, my time in Rio was very enjoyable made more so by the Brazilian hospitality.