My wife and I stayed at Marcela's place in the heart of Ipanema (the location could not be better in Ipanema) for 3 nights at the end of January/beginning of February. The apartment was well furnished, clean, quiet, and very secure. Simply put, it was our home base in Rio while we were there and we were impressed. The place was in excellent condition and the AC worked very well and was quiet (air blade). If we return to Rio, we would contact Marcela again and not even consider a hotel (which we did before we committed).

Marcela is an excellent host and walked us through the place. She left a guide as to how various household things worked. Communication before and during we're prompt and friendly.

All in all, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND staying with Marcela in Ipanema.

Glen