Marwin was very engaged prior to our stay at his apartment. We had multiple conversations in which he gave us more detailed information on his place, the neighborhood, public transportation, as well as restaurants and grocery stores around the area. He worked the Olympics so he was busy during the time of our stay, but when we arrived late at night his friend welcomed us very nicely. The next day his mother came and gave us instructions to the kitchen and laundry equipment, as well as a tour through the neighborhood and our first trip to the grocery store. The language barrier wasn't a problem at all, because Marwin speak english well to understand him! The apartment was clean and just as shown and described online. Two people could stay there very comfortable; one on the bed, one on the couch he just bought! The doormen were very nice and we could leave our keys with them during the day. We lived not even 5 minutes away from the next train station, which was just one stop to central station from which we could get anywhere from. To the Copacabana it was a 30 minute trip, but very affordable train/metro tickets. The apartment was on the 7th floor which allowed it to be quiet even though it is right at a busy street close to the Maracana. The wifi worked well, and the bathroom was very clean! The kitchen gave us everything we needed to cook for ourselves if we wanted. When we had a question where we should go, or if something didn't work we just texted Marwin and he helped us right away or fixed the problem. We also had a cleaning lady available once a week, who did a great job. We just didn't need her after the first week, because we travelled so much that we didn't had much to clean. But the time she cam everything was spotless. We were fortunate enough to meet him on our last day of the three week stay and he was pleasant, warm and authentic. On the last day he allowed us to stay until we had to leave for the airport, which was great so we could take our time and relax!
Overall the trip went very smooth, and we can only recommend staying with him! He stayed in touch with us throughout the stay and made sure we felt comfortable and everything went as we wanted.Great guy, nothing but excellent hospitality, and if you want the things listed for the apartment, you will definitely have them present when you get there. Thanks again to Marwin! I hope you come visit Germany some day! Best regards :)