Rita's apartment is well-equipped, pretty, and spotless. The air conditioning, water filter, and wifi are fantastic. It's also in a terrific location with a friendly doorman. However, the best part of this apartment is Rita and Gilbert. These hosts are the reason why airbnb can be an incredible experience. I feel I now have friends in Rio! They went out of their way to make us feel at home. We lost their umbrella and spilled wine on their couch and still she didn't even blink- instead she cooked us dinner when our flight was delayed. Maybe the best hosts I've ever had using airbnb. Lovely, lovely people.