This is the perfect vacation spot for anyone visiting Italy. Arturo's place is a block and a half from the Colosseum. The neighborhood is safe, and I found free parking next to the military hospital 2 blocks away. If gelato, pizza, and cappuccino are on your list of things to try, you will find it all in this neighborhood. There are 2 groceries stores within 2 blocks as well. Walking tours are a cinch from this spot. The hop-on/hop off tours pick up next to the Colosseum. We felt we had hit the jackpot in terms of location. Our host, Arturo, is one of the nicest people I have ever met. His apartment is beautiful and he made us feel so welcome. I only speak English. Fortunately, Arturo speaks both Italian and English, so that worked our really well for me. My daughter and I enjoyed the space and cooked each day in his kitchen. The restroom was great, modern. That was a real treat because many of the older apartments I've stayed in on my European travels are not terribly modern or comfortable. Arturo's was perfect. If you get to stay here, you will love it.