I gladly recommend Vania's place for anyone looking for a comfortable, safe and classy location in the heart of Ipanema. Vania is a wonderful host, her place is excellently maintained with great amenities and features. The Internet worked flawlessly and the availability of a washer in the unit was a pleasant surprise. I will definitely return to stay at Vania's again. Not only was her unit just one block from the beach but there were stores, great restaurants, and a vibrant neighborhood all around.