We were greeted on arrival by a wonderful couple who wanted us to have a great experience here in Rio. A wonderful fruit basket and a few more extras helped us start our memorable stay here, before finding our bearings and exploring. They have prepared a few pages of notes on the area, and places to see and do. These helped us add to our plans and abilities to get around using the transportation systems. We used metro, bus, walking, and taxi systems based on the best route/timing for our planned activities. We would plan to try and stay here again, if possible at this place, should we travel here again. The three of us were very comfortable and happy here. We love this location, so close to both the famous beaches nearby. Everything you could want or need is nearby and access or transportation to visitors sites is easily available here.