This was only our second Air BnB experience and while both were nice, this was the best. Before our trip, I was sent an electronic version of the book made for the apartment. This was nice to have on my phone, because I could refer to it when planning and once I was in Bologna. Sophia, the young lady who let us in was in constant contact as we arrived in Bologna and made sure we had good directions. The apartment was spotless and very well furnished. She took the time to show us how to work everything. Dishwashing detergent and laundry detergent were included which made it nice not to have to go purchase an entire bottle for a few loads. Soap and shampoo and toilet paper were also included. Sophia was our main contact, but she was very quick to answer anything we asked her. She made recommendations and walked us through the well made booklet that the host had provided. She showed us things that I wish our previous host had done. That would have saved some confusion.
Small signs in English and Italian were placed where we might have questions. There was an entire basket of brochures and books about things to do and see in the area.
The location of the apartment was wonderful. It is on a very busy pedestrian street, but because the windows are opening to the opposite side of the building, street noise was not an issue. The only thing I would recommend is taking a taxi to and from the train station if you have luggage. We took a bus, and it was a little confusing. The bus driver was not at all interested in assisting us to find our stop or help ensure we were on the right bus. I thought he may not have liked Americans, but I saw him to be rude to several Italians too. So it seems he did not discriminate, he didn’t like anyone. After we got off the bus, the streets are hard to roll luggage across. I think the bus cost 2 of us €3 and the taxi on the way back was about €7. So for the extra €4 I’d recommend the taxi. We picked the taxi up in the San Pietro square area to head back to the train station. The taxi will let you off right in front. The bus stop for this bus is a block or two to the left of the station.
We couldn’t have ask for anything more from our host.