The location is great--it's not right downtown, but it is incredibly close to a local train station, trams, and buses that give you easy access to everything. Also, it is very close to the wonderful Trastevere neighborhood and some delicious places to eat. You can catch a local, cheap train from the Trastevere station directly to the Fiumicino airport, which also was very convenient. There's even a supermarket really close in case you forgot anything. We loved our time here!