Judging by previous reviews, my husband and I had high hopes for our stay at Francesco's flat, but our expectations were exceeded! The flat itself was clean, bright, and very close to the center of town. All the amenities you could need (laundry, iron, hair dryer, espresso maker 😉). The best part of our stay were our hosts though. Francesco and his wife, Mara, made us feel like family. They met us for check-in and couldn't have been sweeter. Mara even made (delicious) homemade muffin for us. Francesco was extremely helpful, attentive, and quick to respond. He had put together a very comprehensive booklet of recommendations and the history of the Bologna area for his guests. They clearly take pride in their flat and hosting, and it showed. Our only regret was that we couldn't have stayed longer. Thank you Francesco and Mara for our wonderful stay. We will certainly be back!