I stayed here for two weeks and it was great! It's quiet and spacious. The wifi was a little slow, but I didn't bring it up with Nica until the end of the stay, so she will probably look into upgrading it. Nica is super responsive and helpful, so you can be sure that you're are in good hands. It's very close to all the action in Leblon, but be aware that it's located on a hillside (lower alto leblon), and you will need to climb some stairs and walk about a block uphill to get home. I did this several times at night and it's totally safe, but it should be noted if you aren't very mobile. I definitely liked having the high ceilings and a private patio, as it gives you a little extra breathing room compared to many older apartments in Rio.