My lovely host Fatima was perfect. She made me feel at home during busy carnival period. Her house is cozy, very well located (1 block to metro and copacabana beach, 24 hours reachable by bus) and secure. It has supermarket, cafe, bus stop nearby. She gives everything needed (towel, shampoo, soap, love and care :) ) and also makes wonderful recommendations about the city. I definitely recommend Fatima's place for solo travellers and also will stay there for my next trip. Thanks for all dear Fatima, I'll miss you :)