From the beginning to the end, we had a great experience. Leonardo and Magda are very attentive hosts, very responsive and welcoming. The apartment is in a lively Copacabana neighborhood - though only two blocks from Avenida Atlantica - we did not run into the obvious tourist traps of the hotel strip. The area has great little bars and restaurants and is very convenient to the metro. The apartment is full of old world charme and has all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay in Rio.