Elena was a fantastic host. Last time I was in Rome I stayed in a place that was on the east side of Termini, Elena's location on the west side was much better. Great little neighborhood cafe's with a range from very expensive to completely reasonable, yummy sri lankan food for 7 euros up the street. Short walk to the Colisseum through a park and tree lined little streets. Elena was wonderful in pointing out what's good, what's not on her street as well as in other parts of Rome. As a female by herself, I felt completely comfortable walking around even in the middle of the night on the street where the place is located. Elena's place was beautifully remodeled, very clean, great spacious bathroom with hot shower with good water pressure, AC unit in the bedroom that I could control, comfortable bed, brightly lit, good building. There is a big (for Rome) grocery store right on the corner so if you wanted to cook and eat inside it would be really easy. Elena had espresso and pastries ready for me each morning, she was the most generous host. When all the restaurants were closed and I had not had dinner, she encouraged me to make a sandwich with what she had in the fridge. She was concerned I wouldn't sleep well on an empty stomach- my comfort was her top priority. She was very easy to text and arrange my arrival as her office is right up the street.