We spent 1 month in this apartment and absolutely fell in love with the the city - localisation was perfect, extremely near to a very good supermarket (Zona Sul), the beautiful beach of Copacabana, bus stops, metro station, most amazing restaurants (Belmonte and Temperarte where you have an open buffet for 32 R$ in the evening). Apartment is small and has some defects such as freely moving sink with very poor water pressure in one and only temperature but it actually never was a problem - we promise you that if you don't have a very big need of luxury you'll find the apartment more than perfect just because it's cosy and close to everything. Carlos was super helpful, the consierges were very friendly, it's very very safe and quiet. We recommend it with all our hearts.