I loved this place. I knew I wanted a few days on or near Rio de Janeiro Plaza—one of the best in the city, in my experience—and this apartment didn’t disappoint. It is directly on the plaza, which is leafy and beautiful with an amazing fountain in the center, and surrounded by really stunning houses. I felt lucky to be here. Although the neighborhood is crawling with European and American tourists/hipsters, I didn’t have to wander too far to feel like I was in Mexico again, which was great. (I spent mornings and afternoons in Centro and beyond, and returned to Roma in the evenings.)
The apartment itself is gorgeous and carefully decorated. (I stayed in the two bedroom on the bottom floor.) The kitchen was well stocked. There was a coffeemaker and coffee. The furniture, including the beds, were both stylish and comfortable. Good sheets. The apartment was quiet at night.
Christian, the host, was there to let me in and was extremely welcoming, helpful, and friendly. There’s also a somewhat fancy restaurant in the same building (owned by Christian, I think), and an art gallery in a ridiculously beautiful building next door, which Christian was kind enough to invite me to for an opening, ie free mezcal.
Would definitely stay here again!