Even though our group arrived in Rio well after midnight, Eduardo was there to welcome us and to provide a brief overview of how the key elements of the apartment work. He was also appropriately sensitive to our level of travel weariness so that we could get to bed quickly.

The apartment was perfectly located for our needs, as we were in Rio for the 2016 Paralympics and getting to/from Olympic Park (and other locations in Rio) was a breeze as the Rapid Transport Bus (BRT) terminal is located directly opposite the entrance to the Condo.

Also, the Barra Shopping precinct is a major facility is on the other side of the highway (with underpass foot access) that met all our food and other shopping needs.

Good security is essential for travelers, and in this regard the Condo is excellent. There are boom gates and several security officers posted at the main entrance - and a permanent security officer posted at the entry to our building (and as a bonus - he even usually calls the lift down when he sees you arrive).

We only had time for one relaxing day at the pool, which was clean and well manned - and whilst I did not partake in the poolside buffet lunch, other members of my group suggested is was "awesome!".

In short, we will definitely try to book this place when we return to Rio.