Giovanni was an excellent host. He was very communicative prior and during our stay. My family came to Rio for the Olympics and we came from all over the world. Giovanni provided shuttle service to the airport for several of us and made sure our stay was most accommodating. The apt is 1 block from the infamous Ipanema beach and located 2 blocks from subway, grocery store, shopping, restaurants and bars. We always felt safe and the people in the building are most helpful as well, especially Alberto, he is the building Manager. Thank you Giovanni for helping make our stay most memorable!