Mauricio was an excellent host and I enjoyed my stay in Copacabana immensely. The location of the apartment couldn't be better, right in front of a pleasant stretch of the beach, with a supermarket and pleasant cafes right on the same block. The building is well cared for, with a helpful and polite 24-hr concierge service.
Mauricio's apartment itself is appointed simply but tastefully; there was plenty of space, storage, and electric points in the room and of course the stunning view, and abundant hot water in the bathroom just alongside the bedroom.
Mauricio is an experienced and attentive host, who went out of his way to check that I had everything that I needed and that I knew my way around the area, making excellent suggestions of places to go, and leaving a range of events listings magazines in the bedroom. On my last day I had to set off for the airport at 6:45am, and Mauricio not only arranged a taxi booking but also was up early enough to accompany me to the taxi point and see me on his way. I would thoroughly recommend him as a host, and his apartment as a place to stay.