Our trip to was wonderful and the apartment couldn't have been better. We stayed for about ten days and the location really sets it apart. The apartment itself was really clean and well appointed. Alex is a really kindhearted guy and he wants his guests to have the best experience possible. My fiancée and I were really glad that we read other reviews that extolled this place. I simply don't know how you could do better for the price. Also, to other Americans, the exchange rate is incredible right now and an opportunity to see one of the worlds great cities so cheaply may not come again for decades. Go to Rio. Stay at this cool studio. You'll love it like we did.