This unit could not be better situated for a first visit to Rome! The location is in an area of beautiful cobble alleys that are very picturesque. The area has plenty to do without feeling touristy - one block up was a cobble street opening to a piazza and shopping area lined with cafes, restaurants, and bars. Each evening at 7, the streets filled up with a good mix of Romans and tourists alike doing a pre dinner passeggiata and enjoying an aperitivo. Two blocks up is the river walk, lined with bars, carnival games,, and night life. The area felt very young - not nightclubby, but great for nightlife. The streets stayed abuzz with performers and bar goers well into the night, but a short 10 minute walk back to the apartment brought you into a peaceful and quiet area - no street noise while you sleep.. The area is outside the large tourist traps, but it’s still only 1-1.5 miles from many of the main monuments. We walked to the Trevi fountain, Spanish steps, Vatican, and ancient monuments during our stay.
The hosts are fantastic - they were very flexible with check in when our flight was delayed several times, and easy to communicate with. The apartment was neat and clean, with a nice view out the large windows, and AC that functioned beautifully to beat the summer heat. If I were moving to Rome, I’d consider myself lucky to have an apartment like this in that location - I wouldn’t change a thing.