I wish I'd spent more time in Italy. However, my short stay has come to an end. If I pay a visit to Rome again, I'll undoubtedly stay at Silvano's.
I can't agree more with references on this board. I'd like to give a structured description of what made this property particularly relevant to my needs.
General description
Ideally suited to independent travelers wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of densely packed tourist areas. Get a feel for what it's like to be a Roman dweller.
Area
Testaccio is just so Italian. Avail yourself of the opportunity to use Testaccio market. Stroll a bit to local cafes if you don't want to cook at home. There's a supermarket at the train station.
Location
Conveniently situated in close proximity to Roma Ostiense train station and Piramide metro. Perfect to explore both Rome and Italian towns.
Some routes
On foot: Testaccio market & Monte Testaccio (10 min), Circo Massimo (15 min), Colosseo (20 min), Piazza Venezia (30 min).
By Urbana train: Trastevere (10 min), Vaticano (15 min), Roma Termini (15 min).
Room
Neat and quiet. Comfortable bed. Has everything one may need. My privacy was never invaded.
Shower & bathroom
1 shower and 1 bathroom, each has a toilet. I never saw them occupied.
Host
Silvano is a super friendly person with fascinating biography and great attitude. He can probably talk for hours about places of interest in Rome, regional differences in Italy, cuisine and whatever topic about Italy one's interested in. He told me not to buy the Roma Pass because it's unreasonably priced. Please pay attention to his signature lecture in front of the Roma map. Do follow his recommendations and check the 'secret places': surprises are just round the corner!
Post Scriptvm:
When in Rome, do as Silvano does