Celia was a fabulous host! She and her friend who spoke English greeted me when I arrived and were so helpful in helping me plan out my short visit in Rio. She provided fruit and coffee and other items for a breakfast each morning. The room and apartment are as described in the listing and the location can't be beat. Just a couple of blocks to good restaurants and a few more to Ipanema beach and the Metro. There is a taxi stand one block away, and Copacabana Beach is also a short walk away. You can't do better. Abrigado Celia!