Mariana's communication was excellent, she offered to provide directions from the airport, even though we didn't need them. Because she speaks perfect English she is an excellent host to an American traveler.

The apartment is exactly how it looks in the pictures, small but cozy. All of the people I met in the building were friendly, and there were never any issues accessing the apartment. As an American in Copacabana I felt safe, or safer then walking around some parts of New York. You still need to be careful though and remember you are in a foreign country.