Long term stay - returning next month! Nadia is an absolutely fantastic host, she goes out of her way to help in any way possible. I'm studying Italian at a school nearby and this place is ideally located near the two towers and piazza Maggiore. The apartment is huge for just one person, a couple could very comfortably stay here. The layout: living room faces the street, bedroom in the middle with two doors (one to the living room, one to the hallway), hallway leads to the kitchen in the centre of the building. Bathroom with large shower and small washing machine is just off the kitchen. The apartment is a great price for long term stays in Bologna. Yes, the street outside can be noisy during the night because of the students everywhere, but the double windows block out most of it so it really doesn't bother me. There are always people about, so I never felt unsafe walking home. August is the time of year when most of Bologna goes away for holidays, so a lot is closed and the streets are quieter. The apartment is on the first floor, up about 20 or so stairs (no lift). There is one aircon unit in the living room, which filters to the bedroom - very welcome in summer!