Ok here's the review. It started out rockily because we selected and paid for a nice big room with a balcony but were given a smaller room without a balcony. We got a couple quid back for the inconvenience. The room was very clean and airy, beds were comfortable and were made every day and bathroom was cleaned. We shared bathroom with other tenants and one of them soaked the floor when they showered.
The room was about 25 minutes from the major transport hub (Termini) the Vatican and colosseum areas. The food in the area was cheap (1/3 the cost of the touristy areas) and delicious. That being said, the BnB was not in a touristy area and wont' be ideal if you are a light sleeper. Michela was very cheerful and helpful and gave us some tips about our stay, what buses, trains and trams to take and what sights to prioritise.
Michela was also really great in helping us get transport.