I had a great time at Giovanni's place! The appartment is a real oasis in the busy craziness of the city. The apartment is clean, well furnished and quiet. The terrace with its many, many plants is the perfect place to chill out after or before a trip to the city. Giovanni is a very friendly and professional host. I felt right at home. However, the neighborhood between the main station and the old town might not be for everyone. Many houses are run down and there's the occasional pile of trash in the streets. In short, if you can't handle cultural diversity or are put off by grimey alleys you might want to consider another place - or another city for that matter. I loved it and will be back!