Livia's apartment was just as described. It was a great apartment in Copacabana and my friends and I (a group of 4) stayed very comfortably there. We felt safe in the neighborhood and everyone we met was very friendly. Livia was out of town, but we were greeted and taken care of by her neighbor and friend Cristina who was so wonderful. They were very accommodating to meeting our needs with one of our party members arriving quite early and us needing a late check-out. I can't wait to come back and visit again!