I was welcomed punctually and warmly by Beto and his wife Andreia by the entrance of the apartment building. They, along with the friendly doorman, helped me with my many heavy luggages--I was treated like an honored guest from the start! The apartment itself was exactly as it appeared in the photos, if not better. The interior design and furniture are all modern style, new and spotless. In fact, the apartment looks better in person! The neighborhood itself is pretty much as good as it gets in Copacabana, right by plenty of restaurants and shops, and just 3 blocks from the beach. The only imperfection is the street noise during the morning hours, as the apartment is located along a relatively busy street; also, when it rains, you can hear the raindrops hit the exterior AC unit, which can be annoying when trying to sleep. Apart from that, though, I strongly recommend this apartment. It's a safe, solid choice!