We were not sure how the apartment would work with two families with 4 kids but there was space for all. The suite upstairs was very private and comfortable and the other 3 bedrooms accommodated the rest. The best thing was how well the rooms were prepared with sheets towets etc and picking up the keys was even simpler than a hotel. Security was good with the doormen always ready to open doors or help. But best of all was the location - walking distance from the best shops and restaurants at that end of Ipanema and only yards from the beach. Then if that was not enough the pool was ideal for young kids ( when the sun was shining) - it is not heated. Overall we could not have wished for better.