We were here for 6 nights during New Year week and the area was very crowded and noisy but we watched fireworks flare behind the Colloseo and Forum just 2 blocks away! As stated, the apartment is above a pub which was VERY noisy this week but the apartment with its rare elevator and spacious interior where we could have family for brunch was priceless. As everyone says, location, location, location! But DO bring earplugs!