Just wow - what a great time in Bologna!! Not only is Monella's place well situated, immaculate and including of the amenities needed by tourists, as the listing states, it is a piece of history - in the Palazzo Tanari. This adds a unique dimension to the Bologna experience. We use AirBnb throughout the world and would have to say that Monella sets a very high bar where hosts are concerned. She was available from the moment of pre-booking questions forward - straight through to checking to make sure we had been fetched by the taxi to the airport (that she had very kindly arranged for us). Her place is very user friendly and a joy to use as your Bologna base. If you are not able to climb stairs it is not for you, though one should not dismiss it based on the spiral stairway to the sleeping loft, which is very secure and easy to navigate. The apartment is a fantastic use of space. We made day trips to Ravenna and Parma as well. Everything is made easy, from info and recommendations provided on historic sights, tours, restaurants and cafes to cooking gadgets, coffee/tea/cleaning supplies, etc. We even enjoyed a few nights of home cooking after busy days of walking (and walking and walking) and eating out. We were very touched by her welcome Lambrusco and Torta degli Addobbi!! We highly recommend staying here - grazie mille Monella.