As a solo traveler, I felt very safe here. No one can get in the front door without the gate key, and you are confidently right by copacabana beach. The host was great with communication even when I had flight issues. He adjusted the length of my stay and was PERFECTLY FLEXIBLE and ACCOMMODATING! The breakfast everyday is amazing and very fresh. You can ask them tips on where to go in Rio and restaurants to eat, and they provide the best advice. They even assisted me with my transportation pick up and drop off. They couldn’t have made my first but not last experience in Rio more perfect!