Absolutely wonderful apartment. Very helpful and kind hosts, who made our first stay in Rio one we will always remember fondly.
The view of the beach is awe-inspiring, be it a sunrise, sunset, or moon glistening off the water.
There is a convenience store called Alfa-Belle 1 that is a short walk in the development where you can get fresh fruits and vegetables along with just about anything you would need for a few days.
The kitchen is easy to use and the refrigerator is gorgeous. Everything is easy and a pleasure to use.
As far as the neighborhood, and this has nothing to do with the beautiful apartment, one can walk to Cidade des Artes, but you have to walk across the foot bridge and make a left at the T to go under a tunnel. (Otherwise you end up in the BRT bus system.) Unfortunately it is almost impossible to walk to the mall or anywhere else on Av. das America’s and you pretty much have to take an Uber or taxi. However, the beach is right across the street with many lifeguards and views of amazing mountains.
If you’ve never been there like me, Rio is also HUGE. So much bigger and sprawling than I thought. Budget 45-60 minute drives to just about anywhere that is famous. This is not a compact city, and not the easiest place to get around without a car.
But highly, highly recommended, and perfect in f you have an event at Cidade des Artes.