Hi Petra, had a great time in Rio! Oddly, a business/conference trip, but inevitable holiday atmosphere.
Loft Queen Silva lived up to expectations and beyond! It is fabulously beautiful and has all conveniences, even a washing machine. Petra and staff provided impeccable and totally reliable service, and are very patient with jet-lagged arrivals. The building was very secure and friendly, and the neighborhood is lively and has all services. There is even a cell phone to use. Very, very highly recommended!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Rio, not least because of the apartment. As you know, we stayed in Leme for a couple of days before moving into Loft Queen Silva and, over the period of our stay, explored the full length of, Leme, Copacabana, Arpoador, Ipanema and Leblon. However, we particularly liked the relaxed neighbourhood where the apartment was in Ipanema. Before going to Rio, we thought that the best kind of place to stay would be on the beach front, but having experienced the place, we now know that both the beach front and the next street back are very busy. The best places to stay are definitely further back again, where there are more bars and restaurants, and the traffic is quieter. As such, the Loft Queen Silva was situated very nicely.

As for the apartment itself, the pictures don’t lie! It was excellent, and the view each morning, across to the ‘Dos Irmaos’ mountain peaks at the end of Ipanema beach and the lake was fantastic.

We loved everything about Rio; the sights, the beaches, the culture and the people, and the reasonably inexpensive cost of living. We’d love to go back and would probably want the same apartment!

All the best,

We do not usually write holiday reviews but we wanted share the secret of this great holiday apartment in Rio. Location - was really very good. At end of a quiet and safe street in Ipanema. 5 mins to beach (posto 8-9) as well as to plenty of restaurants and bars. Safety - was a concern for us on our first trip to Brazil but area and building felt very safe and friendly. A doorman is on duty 24 hours a day. Apartment itself - probably the best holiday rental we have stayed in. Views are every bit as good as the photos suggest. Apartment is bigger than it looks in the photos. High standard with all that you need for a comfortable stay (including laundry, good wireless internet connection, mobile/cell phone) Service. The owner (Petra) met us at the apartment with genuine warmth and a desire to make our stay in Rio a good one. She listened and offered good advice on restaurants, bars, massages, tours etc. She responded quickly to any queries we had and even booked some tours on our behalf which was much appreciated. Overall a great stay - thank you!! Paul and Chris

Queen Silva Loft is ideally located just off of the Farme de Amoedo, on the 10^th floor of a secure apartment block. We stayed in the apartment in late November 2009 and had a fantastic time. The apartment is finished to a high standard with fantastic views across Ipanema and is very relaxing to come back from the beach and relax with a cool drink from the kitchen and admire the views. Based on location, security and quality, I would happily recommend the apartment for anyone looking for a place to stay in Rio. 

Many thanks,

Hi Petra,

A bit overdue but a note to say thanks for the accommodation. It was great...To lie in bed and look out over that view was tremendous and so close to the lake and the beach!

The Pousada Naturalia in Ille Grande was lovely ...again...thanks so you so much for the recommendation. We had a truly great holiday and it’s so sad to read about the terrible floods out there at the moment.

I would happily recommend your place to anyone staying at Ipanema. Mt short time on the beach there was still the highlight of my trip!

Cheers