We couldn’t have had a better time at Paola’s place during our stay in Rome. The apartment was a dream. The lofted bed was by far the most comfortable we experienced in our Europe travels, and the kitchen unit, bathroom and AC were all excellent amenities that made our stay so enjoyable. The AC is quite effective too, which was very important for the summer heat we experienced! Besides that, the neighborhood is located right next to some wonderful local eateries with some of the best Italian food around as well as a handful of markets. The Colosseum is only 5-10 min walk and many other Roman attractions are merely steps away.
Side note for any LGBTQ travelers: as a gay couple traveling Europe we were very excited to see many Pride flags in the area as well as a local LGBTQ restaurant called “Coming Out” nearby. This wasn’t something we were necessarily looking for/expecting, but it made our stay that much more enjoyable/comfortable knowing the area was welcoming :)