The host was very nice and contacted us during our stay to check that everything was ok. The appartment is exactly as advertised, small but cozy, everything was clean. Fits 4 people very well with 2 sleeping on the bed in the living room. Optimal location, 2 blocks from ipanema and 4 to Copacabana. There are lots of shops nearby: restaurants, supermarkets, drug stores, bars, etc. The neighborhood seems safe.

For me a big plus is that there is always a recepcionist so you may do an early checkins when the apt is not taken or at least leave your baggages there.