Whilst this place does look well presented in the photographs, it is undoubtedly smaller than you conceptualise. For this reason, I believe I maybe overpaid for the room.
I am also working remotely and whilst there was a couch in the apartment, it was not the most productive space when it came to getting things done. This isn’t great in Rio, where it’s not advisable to be walking around with expensive computer equipment.
I was also asked to rebook on a different day because guests were moving out and I do not believe the property was completely deep cleaned before I arrived.
The bathroom is also very, very poor and unkempt. It is tight and the shower is not really functional, with a strange smell sometimes coming off the water.
It’s cosy, but for the price I definitely expected more.
The location is also good; it’s near both Copacabana and Ipanema and there are plenty of amenities all around. I found the surrounding area had everything I needed.
I don’t want to completely grill on it. For what it is, it’s a well-presented apartment and Marcos is a nice guy. The concierges are also brilliant and it is undoubtedly safe and secure.
I had just maybe expected more for the money I paid and regretted not spending it elsewhere. I’m just being honest.