Pros:
- Close to the port, easily accessible if taking the ferry.
- Authentic area, close to many restaurants and not too far from the seafront. Lots of fresh produce, little corner stores, cafes. I loved the fairy lights in nearly every alleyway! So magical at night.
- Strong AC and includes a washing machine in-unit. Good sized kitchenette.
- Complimentary snacks are included such as biscuits, jams, teas, coffee.
- Responsive host: the hostess is quick to respond to any queries/concerns and lives right next door.
- Beautiful central courtyard. Very green and peaceful.
- Comfortable bed, suitable for two.
- Has an elevator which is great for suitcases, especially great for a historic building.
- Friendly neighbors in the compound/building.
Cons:
- If you've read the other reviews, you'll know it's not the quietest location. You can hear the scooters honking, people talking, even other people's TVs if it is loud enough. It quiets down late at night and the AC helps drone it out, but it is definitely very prominent. I did not have issues sleeping despite the sound, but I am used to big cities so this is something to keep in mind.
- WiFi: I am a digital nomad so WiFi is crucial for me. The WiFi worked okay for the most part but would randomly disconnect. This caused many issues with meetings especially and there is little to no cellular reception in the flat, so I was not able to fix this with my own 4G. If you are just there on holiday and basic internet is enough for you, then it'll do the job fine.
- The area is lovely and authentic but as a solo female traveler, I was catcalled and heckled on the street in front of the flat. The apartment building itself is safe with a huge door that locks and the flat itself has two sets of keys, but having men that close to where I was living that were clearly watching me/trying to get my attention made me uncomfortable (particularly as I was by myself). This was my personal experience and everyone's experience is different so do keep in mind that I am NOT saying the flat or total area was unsafe. Rather, I am saying that I had some encounters in this area that made me uncomfortable.
Overall, you can easily spend a few days in this studio as a good base to explore Napoli. It's no luxury resort but it's good value for money, has all the amenities you need and has a friendly hostess who is quick to answer any queries. Keep in mind that Napoli is a BIG CITY so being 'central' is subjective to your interests. I liked this area personally as it had a nice charm to it and felt less 'touristy' but many 'attractions' were 35-45 minute walks. Do your research on the area you want to be in before booking!