My girlfriend and I definitely recommend this apartment. Henrique was a great host from the beginning. Our flight was moved 5 hours earlier at the airport, and after a quick text he said it was no problem to meet us at the new time, basically giving us an entire extra day in Rio! The apartment is in a perfect location, a block from Ipanema beach, and a few minute walk to a bunch of good restaurants. Every cab driver knows the street so it was easy to get back in the evening. The apartment is a little small, but it's comfortable - good water pressure in the shower, no bugs, and we felt very safe the entire time. We definitely recommend this apartment!