So this is my first time staying in Lapa. LITERALLY right by everything. A 7 minute wall to the Selaron Staircase (famous tile staircase). Next to the Carioca Aqueduct (Aqueduto da Carioca) & great bars and restaurants. THE AREA IS EXTREMELY GAY FRIENDLY. There is a 24hr door person for the building
While there I had an issue with the living room ac. Luiz was proactive & had a technician there the nexy day to have it fixed.
THINGS TO THINK ABOUT:
I know that i have a certain privilege being a 6'5 289 lbs black man. I feel safe in most areas. The area is am impoverished neighborhood. There are homeless in the area but they dont bother you. Well at least not me. If I were a women traveling alone & not familiar on how to navigate those waters, may note be the best place for you. But if you use common sense & know your surroundings & be vigilant about where you are, you will be fine.
BASED ON LUIZ PROMPTNESS AND ABILITY TO SOLVE THE PROBLEMS AND LOVING HIS SPACE, I WILL RENT AGAIN.