The apartment was better than presented, with marble floors and new stylish furniture with gold/silver accents. It was nice to experience real city neighborhood, with shops and great food in both budget cafeterias and classy restaurants, such as Vila Brasilia, where we had a dinner that lasted 4.5 hours! Easy 15 min ride from airport (line 200, 4 stops). Very close to metro. Flawless communication - I used translator on my cell phone and enjoyed an immersion in the language that I don't know. Staying away from the busy tourist center allowed me to grasp the size and pulse of the city. Definitively recommend.