Nice place to stay, very conveniently located 1 block away Copacabana beach, Copacabana Palace, post office, and even a 24/7 store (handy when you're starving at midnight..). The building doorman made me feel secure, and I really enjoyed the rooftop terrace for breakfast. Bob is a great host, easy going and very helpful (especially with my weird check-in and check-out times, for advice on Rio, or any other practical details...). I definitely recommend staying at Bob's place