Bright, modern, recently remodeled apartment in a great location, walking distance from three famous beaches: Copacabana, Ipanema and Arpoador. It's on the second story, which makes for easy access by stairs and provides a beautiful view of the trees and plants outside. Many birds and hummingbirds flying by all day long. We even saw a nest with baby birds inside! You can place fruit outside your window sill and watch birds come by to feed during the day and bats feeding at night. Super cool feature for a big city! The apartment has a split floor plan with 2 ensuites, with the living room and kitchen in the middle. Both bedrooms have double beds and great showers. Hot water is provided by an on-demand gas heater. You have to walk through the secondary bedroom to get to the washing machine, in the service area. Sofia from the management company was wonderful, making sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Building staff is super friendly and helpful. Weekly cleaning service is included for longer stays. If you like to cook, be advised that the stove is a 2 burner electric cooktop, which does not fit 2 large pans at the same time. The only downside of this apartment is the street noise, which only subsides well after midnight and begins again at 5:00 am. If you're a New Yorker, this will sound just like home. If not, bring your ear plugs...but in all fairness I doubt there are any places in this part of Rio that are quiet. Great stay overall.