MOST BEAUTIFUL STAY IN RIO 🌴🏖🌅
If you're reading this, please do yourself a favor and book this place right now!! You don't want someone else to grab this place during the dates you plan to stay in Rio. I spent my 30th birthday in Rio De Janeiro with my girlfriend and we both agree that Rafael's place is truly gorgeous and a must stay in Rio. The first part of our trip we stayed at the Arena Ipanema Hotel which had nice rooms, included breakfast, and a rooftop pool. My girlfriend and I both agree that Rafael's place was a way better experience then our hotel stay. Rafael's place is perfectly located. It's literally a 15-30 second walk to our favorite beach in Rio (Ipanema Beach). Rafael's place is also only about a a 7-8 minute walk to the other world famous Beach (Copacobana), which is also beautiful. We did not need a car during our entire stay as uber is very affordable in Rio and Rafael's place was walking distance to many great restaurants, pharmacies, beaches, grocery stores, shopping, and entertainment. Rafael's place is beautifully decorated and very spacious. The bed was extremely comfortable. The shower in the bathroom was spacious and had great water pressure and heat! It was definitely a plus having a kitchen to cook or heat up left overs from restaurants. There are two AC units that are powerful and keep the place cool if needed. Our favorite part of Rafael's place was the apartment length sliding glass doors that open to a private balcony equipped with an outdoor shower, outdoor seating, and a hammock. This is what makes Rafael's place truly unique and special. My girlfriend and I were able to enjoy fresh air, green foliage, birds chirping, and rain. There is also full length blinds to cover the glass doors if privacy is needed. The apartment unit is all the way in the back of the building removed from all street noise so it was incredibly peaceful and quiet. My girlfriend and I also felt extremely safe during our entire stay. We felt comfortable walking early in the morning and late at night in the surrounding neighborhood (Ipanema). There was even a 24 hour grocery store nearby for late night cravings that we felt comfortable walking to. Rafael was an extremely accommodating host. He always made sure he was available to address any questions, concerns, or recommendations via what's app. Rafael was also helpful when giving us advice on where to get covid tested before flying back to the United States. This place is truly a gem 💎 and is a 10/10 in our opinion. My girlfriend and I will definitely book Rafael's place again for our next trip in Rio.