I work for united nations therefore i travel all over the world and to Brazil many times. I always stay ocean front, i have to say that i have regret so much not staying in the back streets near lagoon by Valeskas apartment. It is so upscale, safe and nice that it has become my favorite area. Copacabana is only a 10min walk and The beach is a 5min walk but i am in a safer area at night close to the bars and lounge i will never stay on the beach again where it is so crazy and so full. Speacially at night i didnt feel safe at the beach. I also had a great view of the christ reedemer from Valeskas pent house pool. It was outstanding and very romantic.

The apartment is even better than the pictures. It is so comfortable and the building is very upscale. The bell man is also very professional. Each floor has an apartment and Valeska owns the top three floors. It is very quiet and the check in and check out was very smooth and perfect. Valeska was a perfect host, to tell you the truth she was very attentive. It was the best travel that i had in rio. I plan to only stay in Valeskas apartment when i come back if it is available. My travel advice is that the beach view is beautiful but the backstreets are even better with the Christ reedemer view i regret not knowing this before. Thank you so much for the wonderful stay, i will return.