Joana and Bruno's place is in a great spot a few blocks away from the beach. The place is nice and has a very good vibe to it and the terrace is a nice plus (it overlooks a very busy boulevard). Check in check out is smooth and easy, the neighborhood felt safe. There is a famous bar making beef sandwiches around the corner called Cervantes which is a locals favorite and plenty of shops and bar. Uber is strongly recommended to move around Rio. I enjoyed my staying and I would definitely recommend it