If you’re looking for a sanitised, quiet, tranquil place to unwind then I’d say Ilaria’s place - indeed, Napoli - isn’t for you. However if you’re looking to experience something of the città del sole in all its sun-bleached chaos and wonder, you’ve found just the right place! Fireworks at 2am, neighbours doing their laundry at every hour, and a labyrinth of cobbled streets to get lost in.
Ilaria’s apartment was lovely, very homely, and it has all the amenities including a decent kitchen. Even though she wasn’t home during my stay, she was super communicative, and her neighbour Shanu was very kind and helpful to me. I also got a warm welcome from her two cats! After a month of solo travelling it was a real home comfort to snuggle with the cats and a coffee on a Sunday morning. I’d return to Ilaria’s in a heartbeat.