Highly recommended. We were here a full week and would definitely stay here again.
Location, Location, Location! Ten out of five stars
Walked to everything, including Vatican City. Well situated to return for a refresher between our morning and afternoon excursions. Close to major bus stops and taxi stations. In the “hub” of the historical center but the apartment is amazingly quiet as it is positioned between two courtyards. Grocery store is right around the corner and LOTS of restaurants close by.
Apartment: four out of five stars.
The bedroom is only separated from the living space by the bathroom. There is no door. If your rise earlier (or retire later) than your traveling companion, this is a problem. I couldn’t turn on lights or make coffee until the husband was up. The kitchen is small but functional and adequately equipped. We cooked all breakfasts and some dinners at home. Wonderful option when you are too tired to go out for dinner. We utilized the ceiling fans but not the air conditioner. Would have loved to open the large windows for a cross breeze (it was 80!) but they lacked screens and I am allergic to mosquitoes - which we discovered were prevalent even in late October.
Host: five out of five stars
I have no idea who Carlo is, but Emma was prompt in her communications prior to our arrival. She was flexible with our check in time when we realized we were arriving earlier than expected. She was at the apartment to greet us and walk through the check in. She also offered a late checkout as our flight wasn’t until much later in the evening. It was such a relief to not have to “store” our bags at the train station for the day. Be sure to ask about the ceiling fans. It took us a while to find the remote and then to realize the one remote manages the ceiling fan in both the common room and the bedroom.
When we return to Rome again, which is a given, we will look to stay here again. I’ll just make sure the husband has ear plugs and a sleep mask :-)