Marcelo was great! Always available and willing to help and offer more than described. He has perfect English so communication was smooth. Location is great, just a few minutes to the beaches of Copacabana and Leme, Mall just 5 minutes walk, Supermarkets, restaurants and bars right outside the building but yet no noise inside the apartment. The apartment is lately reformed to best standards (not very common in Brazil), has everything one needs and much more, including daily cleaning. Air-condition in living room and bedroom made our stay very comfortable. I travel much and know the difference a good place to stay can make. This is the best you can get and at a very affordable price. Internet is fast (15Mbps) and stable so that one who works from a computer like me can work without a problem. Rio is great and Copacabana probably one of the best places with easy access to the city’s attractions. Definitely recommend staying here. Great value! I would come back on my next visits no doubt.