I can’t recommend Helene’s place highly enough. This was the absolute best Airbnb I’ve stayed at. I travel full time and basically live out of short term rentals so I don’t say that lightly. Helene and her family are wonderful hosts who went above and beyond any expectations I had.
At check-in Helene welcomed me with a bottle of wine and muffins that she baked herself. During my month plus stay in Bologna (which I loved so much that I extended) she invited me to her home for dinner to meet her family and even met me for lunch on a couple of occasions.
Upon arrival the apartment was immaculate, newly renovated, and nicely decorated. It feels like a home, not a generic Airbnb investment property. The kitchen was well stocked with both cooking equipment and food (pasta, butter, flour, oil, sugar, vinegar, etc.) You can easily cook here if you’re planning a longer stay which I strongly recommend. There’s a washer, blow dryer, iron, vacuum, and cleaning supplies.
The WiFi was very, very fast. 800+ mbps down 200+ mbps up. Great if you’re planning on working from here.
The apartment is quiet, but only a couple of blocks from Via Ugo Bassi. It’s a great location and only a 5 or so min walk to the towers. Plenty of great cafes and restaurants nearby. Helene has wonderful suggestions. Mercato Delle Erbe is also nearby along with multiple grocery stores and shops for anything you might want or need.
In two words, it’s perfect.