Thank you so much to both Socorro and her husband for hosting me! I loved the apartment so much, that I don’t want to leave! I felt so much at home, that I forgot I was in Rio at times! But it is so perfect and clean here. Super close/walking distance to the beach (Posto 3). Super market, ATM, cafés, and even a buffet all within walking distance. So easy to get around. The hosts are amazing and nothing but helpful. Great communication (even though I do not speak good Portuguese). Warm hospitality, great hosts, clean apartment, friendly front desk people and neighbors, and safe! I would also like to note that I am a solo female traveler and I felt very safe. There were cameras all throughout the building to ensure it even more. I would definitely come back to stay here whenever I come back to Rio. Thanks again! :)