To stay at Elizabeth place in Ipanema was great! Elizabeth was very nice to welcome us at the time we arrived. The location in the center of Ipanema is unique. It let's you enjoy the ocean in the early morning and then go visit Rio during the rest of the day. It is close to a subway station, restaurants, bars, shops. Very convenient. Ipanema feels safe. The apartment is as described. Elizabeth mentioned that after our departure, she started a renovation. Although indeed the apartment was very clean, it would benefit from a minimal renovation.