Very nice apartment close to the beach in Ipanema. Even though there is only one room, sleeping on the couch was good enough for three total people to stay in the apartment. Check-in was easy with the front desk. However, make sure that you know a couple of words in Portuguese to be able to introduce yourself to the front desk. You need to hit the button at the door to reach the front desk to be able to get in. You only need to explain that you are going to the apartment unit number and your name.