Had a wonderful stay at Jose's apartment in Ipanema. Jose was there to meet us when we arrived and helped carry our bags up and show us around the apartment. The location is fantastic - 2 minute walk to the beach, heaps of restaurants on the same street and close by (great coffee at Cafeina next door), one block from the metro and bus stops just a minute away. There is a backpackers a couple of doors down who can arrange tours. The apartment is modern and clean with everything you need for a very comfortable stay - plenty of cooking equipment, spare towels, drinking water, wifi etc. Building is very secure and the doorman was very friendly. Thanks Jose for a fabulous stay!