Cesar's penthouse in Ipanema was absolutely amazing! I have stayed in Rio de Janeiro and specifically Ipanema several times and this place was better than any hotel or apartment I have stayed in. In fact, it was better than any place I have stayed in at Ipanema, Salvador or Sao Paulo.

The views from the living room, bedroom and terrace were beautiful and stunning. There is a special tranquility that comes from being able to look at the Cristo Redentor statue at any time during your stay and you also get to see the Lake and the Dois Irmao mountains. The apartment is very tastefully modern and decorated and was a pleasure to stay at.

Cesar was extremely hospitable and attentive. He is the type of host that lives the Airbnb experience. He has an amazing home and is willing to share it, I think he enjoys having other people enjoy his place and that makes the stay feel very welcoming.

There is a woman that helps clean the house and also cooks amazing food! While I was there I was offered breakfast every morning and the woman of the house made some amazing Brazilian dishes for dinner. It was so nice to have experienced this, much better than eating out at some restaurants!

Overall this is probably the best Airbnb experience I have had to date in the Brazil, Mexico or the United States. I highly recommend it to anyone!!! I will probably be back the next time I am in Rio de Janeiro!