I stayed one month at Melitta’s and there were many pleasant points. The location is so great. Quiet yet central. Bike station and metro within 5mins walk. Walking to the beach was ~8mins. Great restaurants close by. I visited Pope, Maska, and Babbo multiple times per week.
As for the apartment, it did it’s job. Functional and tidy. The upstairs office/living room and terrace were perfect for late day naps, working, or watching a rain storm. AC in bedrooms need an upgrade and WI-FI does not reach bedrooms. Beds were pleasantly comfy. Lots of towels and sheets. One full bath was good size. Kitchen is simple and functional yet could use some updated materials if you are a heavy cooker. Make sure to check out the rooftop for sunsets and also know the favela is behind the apartment so if you are a light sleeper you will hear music typically all weekend. Not a problem for me though.
Melitta and Vanice were great hosts and communicate often. Please do know there was one gentleman at the reception who is a mask annoyance. They even had an issue with not wearing a mask while alone with my puppy in the elevator. Insanity but AIRBNB handled it well.
I would certainly visit again. Thanks Melitta and Vanice!