This apartment is one block from Copacabana beach surrounded by restaurants and other stores and close to the Copacabana Palace. You are close enough to the beach without the noise of Atlantic Avenue. There is an ice cream store next door for cooling convenience. Wifi and AC worked great during my stay. There is a doorman on staff 24 hours/day, where they 'buzz' you for entry or exit. I did not use the kitchen or the eating area...they are available if needed. Overall, a great stay and would stay again!