So my Husband and I were travelling to Italy in May (when it’s supposed to be summers but clearly they’re experiencing the coldest May in 60 odd years according to one of our tour guides) and we were doing Rome in two bits. For this first bit, Adriano’s place was a win on many factors!
1) Great location. Trastevere is the neighbourhood you want to consider putting up in if you’re looking to visit Colosseum, Pantheon, Borghese Gallery, Piazza Navona & Trevi Fountain. Everything was practically on walking distance. This also includes bars, restaurants and access to minimarts. There’s plentiful of options worth checking out within Trastevere. Check out this place called Essenza & the restaurants in that locality.
2) Amazingly clean & tastefully done home. It’s as good as a loft can get. A cosy home. If you get claustrophobic, you might find the bathroom a bit of a trouble though. Another thing to consider: there’s a flight of stairs you have to climb to the loft. It’s not much to be honest and Adriano was graceful enough to allow us to drop our luggages early. So when we arrived at check in time, he had already brought up both luggages for us!
3) Basic amenities were provided such as towels, shower gel, shampoo, tea kettle, pots & pans, oven, cutleries and plates and glasses. It even has a dishwasher so you don’t have to worry about washing all the dishes if it gets too many. Might want to learn how to operate it though. Also, one thing it doesn’t have is a washing machine and iron. So if you’re planning to stay there for a longer time, might want to consider packing an electric iron. For washing clothes, there’s laundry services in the neighbourhood I believe.
4) Safety. The neighbourhood feels generally safe and friendly. It’s also peaceful and quiet so you’re able to sleep peacefully at night.
5) Very friendly & responsive host. Adriano is just a text away if you have any questions and will even give you recommendations for places to eat if you ask. We genuinely loved his hospitality so thanks once again, Adriano!