The apartment is as advertised. The location is terrific with close proximity to the beach, metro, good restaurants, grocery stores, etc. I spent much of my time in the apartment working at the dining room table with a good view of "Christ the Redeemer." The apartment sits in the back of the building so it is insulated from the noise of the street. The front door attendants were helpful and kind. Ricardo was responsive to texts and made the stay hassle free.