Matteo is the quintessential Italian host: His grandfather built the building in which the apartment is situated, his mother and sister both live in the building, and he gifted us a bottle of wine at check-in.
Not only that, but Matteo gave numerous local recommendations. And all places he assured us he’d take his own friends and family. And they turned out to be some of the most authentic spots we went in Rome.
He spoke so passionately about the pasta at this place, the gelato at that place, we had to try it all. And we had no regrets about taking any of his advice.
The apartment also happens to be located in an incredibly desirable location. It’s literally a five minute walk from The Coliseum, and only a couple blocks from major bus, metro, and tram stops.
Do bring your own laundry detergent, as that’s not provided. But there is a washer, and a room to line-dry your clothing, a kitchen, a massive living room, and a lofted (second) bedroom.
I owe Matteo an extra big thank you because my flight left later than my girlfriend’s, and I wanted to do some more exploration. So he let me store my bag for the day, and allowed me to do so without the hassle of towing luggage.
Missing Rome already. So when I return, I’d definitely stay at Mateo’s again.
Ciao grazie!