LOVE LOVE LOVE! Why stay in some generic hotel near the tourist sites when you can blend in to the local vibe here? Trastevere is s wonderful neighborhood to stay in, it has all the quintessential ambiance we were hoping for - the narrow lanes, cobblestone streets, and beautiful style. Simone's apartment is steps away from a great pizza place, café for breakfast and smoothies, coffee bar, etc. The taxi stand is a few minute walk for your excursions to the ancient Rome sites. We walked to the north entry to the Vatican Museums in less than 30 mins.
The apartment is lovely and spacious on the 2nd floor. It was much larger than what I expected and very comfortable, especially the King Bed. We never used the kitchen but it was well equipped to handle cooking. For a family of four, we couldn't have asked for more. Wonderful!