This apartment is in safe, secure and located only 2 blocks away from the copacabana Beach - a perfect position for first timers in Rio. Nothing was too far away, including laundry, supermarkets, the metro etc. The apartment has everything that you need, the doormen are extremely helpful and it really felt like a home for us during our stay. I would really recommend staying here. Alex was a fantastic host,. All of his information regarding the apartment is true, and the photos are up to date - so don't worry. He also was very relaxed and liberal of our use of his apartment, it felt very happy and homey. Thanks Alex and Anastasia!