Luis checked us in and was extremely helpful - even carried our bags up the stairs (2 flights) and gave us advice and info about the area. Jose and his team had been in touch a number of times to answer queries and help to get there. Ramon helped with bags and to get a taxi to the airport on checkout. They were very relaxed and accommodating about check in/check out times. Jose even popped in halfway through our stay to make sure everything was fine. Lovely people and great service from this team. Much appreciated.

Apartment is just as pictured, spacious and very clean. Bathroom is not the largest but enough room for it to be comfortable. We had a small issue about smoke which seems to seep through from other apartments. However, open windows easily solved this. Luis also very kindly left a dehumidifier/de odoriser for us to use once we raised the issue. Kitchen was fully kitted though we didn't use it except for the large water bottle - much needed in the hot weather. Despite its location, no noise at night with closed windows. Air con was good too!

The location is unbeatable. Ipanema was right for us - away from the bustle of Copacabana, but lively enough to have a good time. The apartment is c30 seconds away from the beach and just off the main shopping street. Enough bars and restaurants on this street alone, but within walking distance and short taxi ride to other places. Metro station is a short walk too.

Rio is great - choose your accommodation right and it is even better. This apartment was perfect for us. I would definitely recommend this apartment to others and would stay here again without hesitation.

We'd stayed in Santa Teresa for 4 days prior but much preferred this - the great apartment and hosts added to this.