Alex & Anastasia were (and are!) amazing hosts for our recent stay in Rio. We had an early check in time around 7:30 am and Alex was there to cheerfully greet us at the studio. The studio is in a prime location, especially for first time Rio visitors, as it is located 2 blocks from Copacabana beach, near many restaurants and local shops, and walking distance to Ipanema, Arpoador, Sugar Loaf, etc. When we arrived Alex walked us through the entire studio and showed us how to work everything. The kitchen is great if you want to cook some meals while you are there and the central air was a lifesaver in the Rio heat. The studio is beautifully decorated and comfortably fits two people; we had enough room to move around each other and our luggage. Overall the studio is perfect for two people looking to enjoy Rio from a wonderful location. We had a few minor issues, but when we messaged Alex and Anastasia they were extremely responsive and helpful and offered to come assist us right away. They even offered to take us to a festival that would allow us to experience Rio culture in a more authentic way. It was so nice of them and we really enjoyed getting to know more about them throughout the night. For our first time traveling with AirBnb we definitely made the right decision choosing this studio and Alex & Anastasia!