I didn't meet the host but Pedro and his sister were organized and very quick to respond to my inquiries. I arrived at the apartment and the key was there waiting with the doorman who was aware of my arrival. The apartment was small and very clean. It has a fridge, small stove and oven, 2 couches, a table and chairs and a bed. Sometimes in Brazil linens and towels are not provided but this place had everything you would need.

The neighborhood was great, I love Copacabana. There are lots of places around to grab a quick bite or a few necessities as well as quick access on foot to both Copacabana and Ipanema beaches.

I will say as far as I could tell there was no air conditioner at the place. This was no issue for us since it was August which is winter in Brazil and thus the temps were in the high 60s or low 70s. However, Rio is extremely hot in the summer months so I could see how it could be very warm in the apartment with no A/C in Brazilian summer.

Overall I would recommend this place and I would stay there again.