Beyond our Expectations! This was our first experience with Airbnb and my husband and I didn't know what to expect!
Paolo was a super host beyond super hosts! Not only is the location to die for in Rome. (We had a gorgeous view of the Trevi Fountain from our 300 yr-old building) But Paolo made sure that our every need was met and then some.
We flew to Paris and because of the ongoing traffic strikes there, we missed our original connecting flight to Rome! We were booked on a flight 4 hours later. I kept in communications with Paolo and we didn't arrive until much later than expected.
Due to this delay, I asked Paolo to make dinner reservations for us at a wonderful restaurant within walking distance and he did. Barranco was superb in every way! I also requested that 2 bottles of wine be waiting for us because we were so stressed and they were!
Paolo had originally arranged car service for us from the airport and then provided another car for us when our travel plans changed. He met us on our quaint street when the car could go no farther and escorted us to his wonderful property!
We only had one day to spend because we were meeting family for a holiday Mediterranean cruise. Paolo helped us with what to see and then arranged for a car to take us to the port, again personally escorting us to the pick-up point!
The apartment is extremely clean and comfortable with a combination of antiques and modern amenities, such as a bar showerhead. Our French windows opened to a courtyard. It was wonderful to sleep with the windows open in December! Very charming!
Upon our final departure, we met Paolo's charming wife and we all exchanged "Italian kisses!" Not only had we had been treated like royalty, my husband and I felt as if we had made friends for life!
If I could give a higher rating than 5*, I would! Thank you, Paolo, for everything! Until we return...Ciao!