Our first trip to Rio and we could not have stayed at a better place. The apt was on the top floor so it was quiet. The building had 2 elevators so there was never a wait. The doorman was very friendly and made us feel like the place was our own. We did not have the opportunity to meet Adriano, but his brother Bernardo was warm and friendly. Most of the time we had the place to ourselves. The beach was a block and a half away and the Zona Sur Mercado was practically across the street. We ate their margherita pizza several times. It is authentic Italian pizza! Great bars and restaurants just around the corner...