This is an older style apartment. It is well maintained and in a great location. The Balcony and view are what makes this place. There is one bed out the back of the flat with an ensuite. The other beds and lounge are at the front of the apartment and share the inside bathroom that has a window onto the laundry and back of kitchen area - a bit unusual arrangement - but not an major issue. The balcony is a great outdoor space and we used it morning and evening - very relaxing and just pretty amazing to sit out there and enjoy Rio. Despite being on a busy road the place is quite and it is easy to sleep. The place is tidy and clean and has bit of that old style charm. You have to walk one flight of stairs from the lift to reach this apartment, so this could present access issues for less mobile travellers. There is a metro just round the corner and a supermarket a block away. There is no information provided on local amenities so do a bit of research before you arrive - the mall next door has coffee and and shops but no supermarket. A great juice and desert shop next immediately next door. Make sure you get your fresh juice and pastries there! A secure, well located place that gives you the views and makes you definitely feel like you are in Rio!!