The location is amazing, right in the heart of the high-end shopping area, smack in the middle of two convenient metro stations and a block away form a taxi stand. With so much to see and do in Rome, the ability to readily jump in a cab for an affordable ride anywhere in the city is a big plus. The location on Via del Babuino also means that you are walking distance to most of the major attractions, a short walk to the Borghese Gardens, Piazza del Popolo, Piazza di Spagna and beyond, to Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona... And so much more.

The quiet and safe area also offers plenty of choices for fine dining. Make sure to research prior to your trip for authentic Roman cuisine.

At 50 square meters, the one bedroom apartment with pull out sleeper sofa was barely large enough for our party of four, but still quite comfortable as we really didn't spend much time in the apartment during the day. All the necessary conveniences were present and the apartment was clean and inviting. The quiet Air Conditioning units worked flawlessly, the beds were comfortable, there was good water-pressure and the small kitchen counter / cooking area was quite functional and large enough to prepare a full meal had we chosen to do so.

Wi-Fi was a little slow, using a 4G connection. But that is not atypical for Italy and parts of Europe in general. Shower is small, again typical of European homes. Not a complaint really, just mentioning it to help larger guests. I believe the listing shows a washer and dryer. The dryer is actually a centrifuge spinner that will remove most of the moisture, but not dry in the sense that we are accustomed to. That should be clarified in the listing. Other than these minute clarifications, certainly not criticisms, the apartment was perfect.

Although Livia did not greet us, her charming mother welcomed us with a smile and made us feel right at home. We were presented with information on the area, recommendations of things to do and local favored restaurants.

Overall, we are extremely pleased with the experience and will certainly consider staying at this location again. Rome is a wonderful city worthy of another visit and Livia and her mom made us feel very much welcomed with true Roman hospitality!

We will come back :)