Andrea was an absolutely wonderful host. My mother and I stayed at "The Colosseum View" for 9 days, and Andrea was consistently attentive, going so far as to provide us with helpful advice and tips on how to navigate Rome. He was also very accommodating with regard to check-in and check-out times, and always checked in with us to ensure that we were having a comfortable stay.

Tips: The apartment is on the 4th floor, and the building does have an elevator. However, one has to ascend a short flight of stairs in order to board the elevator. This is not an issue, but could be a challenge if a guest has mobility issues. As well, the apartment's hot water supply is not immediate. Guests have to leave the hot water running for a few minutes before heated water is available. Again, not a problem once you get the hang of it. You just have to plan a little in advance if you are intending to take a hot shower early in the morning. Also, bring your own shampoo, because it is not provided!

All that aside, it was particularly helpful to be staying in the same building where Andrea has his personal residences. Since our host was always around, our concerns could be addressed quickly and efficiently. I have previously stayed with other AirBNB hosts, and can say that Andrea's constant presence was both a source of comfort and security for my mother, who had never been to Rome before. It is important to have someone "local" in whom to trust, and Andrea is definitely such a person. My mother enjoyed our stay so much that she has booked another of Andrea's listings for a return trip to Rome in two months!

The apartment is central, close to all of ancient Roman sights, and situated on many major bus (85, 87, 117), tram and Metro routes. While the apartment is not as centrally located as say, the Spanish Steps, this does give guests a bit of a reprieve from the endless crowds of tourists that tend to jam up such popular tourists destinations. My mother and I do not do crowds, so Andrea's apartment was quite perfect!

I cannot be thankful enough to Andrea for his candour and help. Hosts like Andrea definitely give AirBNB a good name. Graze mille, Andrea!