Carlos' place is in such a great location in Rio, just a few cute blocks away from the many many beaches in Rio, and a short ride away from even more beaches and other attractions. I felt very at home here and the bed was very comfortable and the laundry machine was a huge plus. Carlos was a very responsive host and very welcoming and definitely made my stay in Rio better. This place is a great deal if you're staying in Rio. My only negative was that there were some ants in the apartment and a few mosquitoes, but I imagine this is par for the course for climates like these. Overall, would definitely recommend.