Fantastic place, location and hosts. All the comforts you need to make a very memorable stay in the Eternal City!
Location: Ahhhh Amazing! We came without a car. Train stop is very close, Colosseum super close walking distance. We walked and used public transportation (trains and buses) all over town. We bought the week city transportation pass when we arrived at the Rome Termini train station via the Lionardi Express from airport. The pass is good for unlimited bus and train. I was most worried about the public transportation when planning, but it worked lovely. They also offer shorter term passes. Some of the sights we visited: Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Vatican, Colosseum, new temple for Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints, Piazza Novena, Jewish Ghetto, Pantheon, local parks, shops and restaurants. Amazing sites everywhere you turn. We loved to pick a place and just use Google maps and start walking and see many interesting on the way. If our kids got tired, we'd just catch a bus or train. Google maps was also surprisingly accurate with buses and train times and locations. Helps you know when to get off!
One of our favorite things to do each morning and evening was to open the windows and shutters and listen and watch people bustling about on the narrow, cobblestone street below us. Restaurants, convenience store, grocery all very close by.
Beds/Layout: My husband and I stayed for 5 nights with our two 5-year-olds. The twins shared the pull out couch, which was nicely made for us when we arrived. They slept well every night, while my husband and I enjoyed our private bedroom. Beds were simple and great for our needs. The clothes washer was a big help. Just remember it is humid so some clothes may need 2 or 3 days to dry, depending on fabric. A nice drying rack is provided. Kitchen is great. We bought our groceries at a nearby store and ate a breakfast of toast, jam, eggs and fruit at home every morning. Espresso machine was also handy. Shower was great and all the other appliances seemed to be in good order. Light snacks and water were provided.
Check-In: Omar met us in front of the apartment and walked through showing us how to use everything, which was very helpful. I didn't realize everything from door locks, to window, to gas stove, to water heater to washer could all be so different from what we have in America. I really appreciated it, plus all his suggestions. Book this place, you won't regret it!