I had such a lovely experience here. The apartment is actually hosted by a charming elderly couple. Is this a place to be loud, think you have it mostly to yourself or can have “company” over—no it’s not. Alfeo is up by 5 am and goes to work and Lucy is always around the house cooking or cleaning or running errands. It’s not easy for everyone to stay with seniors but I felt quite at home.
The room is lovely and it has everything you need. The neighborhood is great. Many restaurants and places to buy food. Only three block from the metro and there is a movie theater two blocks away. I always felt safe and welcomed.
I felt like I was staying “with mom”. Lucy was always ready with a delicious glass of tea morning, after returning from a day of sightseeing and after dinner. I was happy to be included in breakfast and dinner. I don’t know if everyone gets that treatment. I know it’s not part of the agreement so I pitched in money. The washer had just broken a part and she washed my clothes by hand! I would definitely stay here again and highly recommend.
Also it was great that she has a SIM card (for a minimal fee) to use for my cell and a metro card that was easy to refill.