The main purpose of our trip was to watch the fireworks on New Year's and this apartment was an excellent choice. It is on the 8th floor of it's building with sliding doors that open so you can really hear and see all the action. If you plan on visiting some of the other main tourist attractions in Rio this apartment is perfectly located. Vans to visit the Christ statue leave from right down the street. There are always taxis out front and it is a short drive to almost everywhere. In general, Copacabana is a little more active and grittier than Ipanema and Leblon so there will be more street noise at night but it is easy to drown it out. It is a big space with comfortable beds and a great view, we were very happy. Also, Andrea the host went above and beyond for us and was an overall excellent host.