We had a wonderful week in Rome, thanks to our hosts Elisa and Giacomo. Elisa was most helpful prior to our arrival, providing insider tips on shopping, dining and fun things to do. Elisa also organized our transportation to and from the airport, which was a big help and cheaper than a regular cab. Giacomo was there to greet us upon arrival and showed us how things worked. Elisa then checked in several times during the week to make sure all was well. We could not have been more pleased with their hospitality.
The apartment itself was great. It is a cozy one bedroom, with a small but functional kitchen. It was perfect for the two of us. The large terrace is an absolute delight. The apartment is set back from the main street and looks over a courtyard below. This makes for a quiet and comfortable setting, even though you are in the heart of one of Rome's most fashionable districts. We loved the location. We felt safe and secure, as there is an attendent at the main entry door during the day, and it is securely locked at night. It is in a very safe neighborhood as well.
It was a short walk to the Spanish Steps, and withing 30-40 minutes of most of the major sites in Rome. Public transportation is nearby, but we were very comfortable walking to the Vatican, Galleria Borghese, Roma Termini trains station and many other places.
The one thing to be aware of is that there is no elevator. It is a bit of a climb up the stairs, but we quickly became accustomed to it, and found it a good way to work off some the wonderful food and wine that we enjoyed on our Roman holiday. We plan on returning to Rome in 2017, and we would stay here again, without hesitation.