I cannot imagine a more pleasant place to stay in Rome. Guido, the very kind and accommodating owner, renovated this apartment just a few months ago and the results are absolutely beautiful. Large windows face two sides, east and west (with balcony), with lovely panoramic views of the Roman skyline, particularly nice at sunrise and sunset. In the evening you open both sets of windows and the air that passes through gives the place the feel of a countryside villa. That's usually enough to cool the place off, otherwise just add air conditioning as needed. It's so important, after spending all day on foot in the city, to come back to a really comfortable place, and Guido's apartment is perfect in this regard.

All aspects of the renovation work- the furniture, bathroom fixtures, décor- are exceptional. And the location is perfect, only a few minutes by foot to the Vatican, and just a few more from there to cross the Tiber into the historic center of Rome. It's also just three blocks from the Metro station which links directly to Stazione Termini, Rome's main train station. And there are wonderful places to eat in the neighborhood- walk a block or two heading away from the Vatican to find restaurants that cater to Italians rather than tourists. I highly recommend a bakery called Bonci, at Via Trionfale 28/36, everything there is particularly delicious.

So, very well done, Guido. Just thinking about this apartment makes me want to go back to Rome!