This was our first Airbnb experience outside the USA. Alex was a wonderful host and met us outside the apartment even though we arrived late as a result of transport delays. The apartment was exactly as described and located 2 short blocks from Copacabana beach, and 3 blocks from a Metro station. There are many cafés, bars, restaurants, stores and a supermarket within easy walking distance of the apartment. Something we found strange was that the wash handbasin in the bathroom and the kitchen sink had only cold water supply.
As a previous reviewer mentioned, the best part about the apartment was Alex. He purchased a number of electrical adaptors to accommodate our "foreign" electrical equipment and even purchased a new hair dryer because our one was the wrong voltage. Alex also was a great help when we left by assisting with the luggage and organising a taxi.
Karl and Ilse, South Africa.