Patricia saved me! I had a last minute trip to Rio, and she answered to the very last minute. The apartment is wonderful, great location, right next to metro station and right at the end of Copacabana, almost Ipanema. The greatest thing is the actual building, you have to take a funicular instead of an elevator to get to the apartment. The funicular crosses beautiful green areas. It was an experience. Also, very safe, the guards were always asking about my experience in the city and assisting with questions and directions. Taxis off the street of Patricia's was also a major plus! I had no problem with transportation. You can also walk to the beach from there. The studio is beautiful, clean, great design and personality. There is great energy in the space, and all the written words and sentences on the chalk wall, it is so positive! The only thing I strongly recommend is to bring mosquito repellent. Overall Rio, wherever I was I had a problem with mosquitoes. Strongly recommend!