I enjoyed staying at Bob's place this New Year's. Bob was very easy to reach and responsive via WhatsApp; check in was a breeze. The location was unbeatable - just one block from the beach in the heart of Copacabana - especially for the price! But be prepared for a bare-bones apartment that looks and feels well-worn. The listing does not include "essentials" under Amenities, and it means it: even toilet paper wasn't provided beyond a single roll. Overall, a responsive, helpful host, and a great location for the price, but you get what you pay for.