For me it’s really hard to write a review on this Airbnb because I don’t want to affect her business but this is my point of view of what I experienced. The place is as pictured, I suppose I hoped it would feel inviting once I arrived but it did not. The comforter smelled like they hadn’t changed it in a while. There were no special touches to make you feel welcomed—-no maps, little Italian snacks/biscottis or even water. There wasn’t even hand soap to wash your hands which was an amenity. There was a used bar of soap in the bathroom which is gross because I don’t want to use a bar soap previously used by who knows.
Carolina was not present she seemed to be out of town, her boyfriend is the one that met me. It’s my first time in Italy and I understand there’s a check in time but my god she literally sent me 3 messages confirming the time I was arriving adding on to the stress of taking a train on my own and lugging heavy luggage for the first time in Italy which I explained to her prior.
The shower which is in between the sink and the toilet is a tight space. (It’s Europe I understand). The whole bathroom floor gets wet and there are no extra towels to dry it. The water smelled or the water heater gave off a foul smell. When I mentioned something to Carolina she apologized but didn’t say anything further making me assume that it’s a common occurrence. No mention of this prior to arriving nor of the noise the water heater makes all day. Thankfully I’m not a light sleeper.
My first morning I showered with cold water, I sent a message via Airbnb to Carolina and she never answered. She had given me prior in the Airbnb chat her WhatsApp number which I then used to contact her and she thankfully answered and assisted me with fixing it.
The area is cute you’re a few minutes walking distance from the Colosseum, Palatine hill/ Roman forum. Many restaurants in the area as well. The metro is down the street which is amazing and saves money on taxis.
If you’re looking for just the basics of a bed to lay on and water to wash your face and body you’re set to go, this is the place for you!