Luisa is an incredible host. She was amazingly flexible with our arrival and luggage storage schedules. We arrived early in the day and she stored our luggage for us close by safely. Then we didn’t get back until past 10 pm after sight seeing and she was all smiles welcoming us back.
Naples is not the cleanest city, so be forewarned and watch where you step, BUT stepping into Luisa’s place is like stepping into paradise. This studio had so much space for such a compact flat... full size bathroom and shower with a strong shower head and plenty of hot water (this is not the norm in Italy we found out) and queen size bed plus a single bed. Strong A/c, a kitchenette with coffee and bread, and milk and water in the fridge which was such a pleasant surprise. Everything was squeaky clean and brand new. We loved every minute of our stay.
The location is excellent to get to the train station and yummy places to eat. We had the best pizza in Italy at Sorbillo. Try it... a short walk from the flat.
Taking trains is very economical and that is what we used to get everywhere including to Pompei, Sorrento and Positano. We took a cab ride from the train station to the house (€15) and glad we did because walking on the sidewalks with luggage is not something you want to do even though it is a short 10 min walk. Luisa had a cab ready and waiting for us for our return trip to the train station.
We also met the friendliest of Italians in Naples (compared to Rome, Florence and Venice) and experience its culture. My favorite was the pre-wedding celebration the night before a neighborhood wedding. A band playing the most amazing music to congratulate and bless the couple, then ending the celebration with fireworks. The next morning, the preparations for the wedding began and we got a glimpse of that as well. Luisa kept a running commentary of all the happenings with me and educating us about the activities in the neighborhood. So delightful.
If I could give 10 stars I would as it was an absolute pleasure to meet Luisa and stay in her flat.