Excellent choice! Mario and Sonia were fantastic hosts and the apartment was just what we were looking for. They were in communication prior to our arrival and were very patient when we got caught in Carnaval traffic delaying our arrival. The location of the apartment was ideal- we walked all over Copacabana, to the fort, and to Ipanema. Beach, breakfast spot, grocery store and metro stop are all nearby. Mario and Sonia left a list of tourist sites as well as local restaurants, etc. and were available to answer any questions/concerns we had via text messages. The apartment has one bedroom with a door/double bed and the main room has 2 single beds. There are 1 and half baths, so easy to share. Also has a full fridge, microwave, coffee maker so easy to pick up breakfast foods and eat in. The building was very secure and it was quiet, even in the midst of Carnaval. Mario and Sonia were the hosts we needed to make our stay worry and hassle-free. Thanks!