I ended choosing this place out of other 3 and roll the dice with this place. And it was worth it by far and completely satisfied all across the board. Security and Privacy was very important to me and that's was absolutely there. No hassling or bother from host or anything, the neighborhood is also safe. I stayed out late night pass 2, 3, 4, 6am in the morning partying hanging out with friends and never had any worries of my phone or me being mugged in the street. Copacabana and Ipanema security level have most def improved compared to early last year of 2016, So that was very satisfying by far. Staying here was also convenient because restaurants and many is less than 30 second to 1 minute away..you have access too 3 markets for grocery shopping, also have a washing laundry place across the street downstairs if you chose too. 3 gyms that's basically less than 45seconds away very close to the apartment. Shopping for clothing or shoes is basically in the area...most importantly BIG BI is basically down stairs of the apartment if you're a health freak and like frutas and such...this selection is the TRICKS OF ALL TRADES as a hotel setting...highly recommended.