I would 100% recommend this apartment to anyone who is coming to Rio for the first or hundredth time. Richard was a great host - he was super communicative and worked around our early morning arrival after a 9 hour flight. Moreover, the apartment itself is totally renovated with an awesome bathroom and shower and a cool kitchen. The apartment is very well-appointed with a comfortable bed and forceful aircon! Several of the most highly recommended restaurants are literally around the corner which makes it so easy to explore if you don't want to take a taxi to another neighborhood for dinner. There is also a grocery store a block away for water and snacks. The beach in Leblon is quiet and but you're just a short walk if you're looking for the excitement of Posto 9. In other words - stay here!!