Rita's place is the perfect city break location. We could only stay two nights but would have loved to stay longer - both to explore the city further and to enjoy Rita's flat.
First, the location really couldn't be better: it's about a 10-minute amble to Piazza Maggiore; a 1-minute walk to a wonderful restaurant; 10 seconds to a beautiful square for morning coffee. To the west in the evening there's a great student bar area for a late-night drink.
Second, the flat itself has everything you could want when you're based in a city for a few days: big, comfortable bed, coffee and tea options, excellent cooking equipment and a little terrace to eat outside if you don't want to try any of the wonderful restaurants in Bologna (which, to be honest, isn't that likely - the city is foodie-heaven.)
Lastly, Rita herself, couldn't have been more accommodating or welcoming. We felt right at home as soon as we met her and all our communication before we arrived was very promptly and helpfully dealt with.
Highly. highly recommended.
Martin and Liz