The space: Anna's home is absolutely stunning. She has decorated her space with treasures that made our area of the home feel like a boutique design hotel. We were surprised to find that we essentially had a private annex in Anna's home, with a private bathroom, our own little enclosed foyer, and a private section of the apartment's larger balcony. The room (mini apartment, really) was an absolute heaven for the traveller who wants to be in a beautiful space under the guidance of a local host. Also Anna speaks Italian, Spanish, and French.

The host: First of all, Anna is just really, really cool. As for hospitality, she started by accommodating our stay despite a tight booking against another guest's--Anna was easy-going and went out of her way to make sure we were accommodated. Once we got to the apartment Anna walked us through a guide to the city she had created with a list of sights, food, and drink, as well as location. We decided to forget our original dinner plans as suggested by our guide book and instead tried one of Anna's suggestions. She helped us get reservations and put in a good word (because this is a one-of-a-kind experience where you are not charged by what you order), and we were treated to one of the best dinner experiences of our lives.

After getting a few no-replies and cancellations trying to book in Bologna, Anna helped us have the most memorable stop on a multi-city trip. We loved Bologna, we loved Anna and her apartment, and we HIGHLY recommend anyone looking for a space in the city to stay at Anna's incredible apartment.