Asterisco was a wonderful spot to call home for two weeks. Six of us stayed there and were very pleased with the accommodations. Maria Rita was very nice and very responsive. The washing machine needed repair and was taken care of immediately. The area is nice with restaurants, a grocery store and pharmacy nearby. The showers are very small but have hot water. Being on the 8th floor wasn't a problem. If we were too tired to climb the stairs the elevator was available. Walking in the area is not ideal but we didn't find Rome to be very pedestrian friendly any where.