This was my first time using Airbnb and I was skeptical. I traveled with 2 friends and we know Rome well enough to get around. The location was great for us, and the apartment was very nice, clean, private, with good internet. I would recommend familiarizing yourself with the area and google maps. The flat is located in a residential neighborhood and is within a short walking distance to the Vatican and many other great locations. This is good but you can become disoriented. Ricardo (the host) gives great recommendations for restaurants and is very helpful with suggestions to other important sites to visit. Ricardo arranged for our pick up both from and back to the airport. This is always a good idea because it saves time and it is a set fee. If you use a cab while in Rome make sure the cab driver turns the meter on and that you know that their not taking you on a joy ride - dishonest cab drivers. Overall it was a very possitive expericence and I will return to this airbnb next time I'm in Rome.